(NBC News) Wanted: 3 asteroid watchers for China’s ‘planetary defense force’
February 19, 2025
China is recruiting for a planetary defense force to monitor and combat asteroid threats to Earth. Candidates under 35 with expertise in astrophysics and a master’s degree are sought. The program aims to prevent potential collisions, like the asteroid 2024 YR4, which NASA estimates has a 2.3% chance of hitting Earth in 2032.
Professor Quentin Parker emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in addressing planetary threats, stating that collaborative efforts can prevent potential disasters. The article was posted on Feb. 18, 2025:
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/china-planetary-defense-force-asteroid-collision-earth-rcna192543