Tyson, Neil deGrasse

Astrophysicist Neil de Grasse Tyson shares the story of his lifelong fascination with the night sky, and follows his path from his boyhood in the Bronx to his appointment as the youngest-ever Director of the Hayden Planetarium. Includes descriptions of the cosmos, and insights from Tyson on life and society.

Includes four segments which explore the origins of our solar system, take a look at the start of life itself, examine how head lice figures in human evolution, and profile neuroscientist Andr?e Fenton, whose research focuses on finding a way to erase painful memories with an injection.

Merlin, a fictional visitor from the Andromeda galaxy, recounts conversations with historical figures through responses to popular astronomy questions.

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson shares his views on space travel and the importance of space exploration for America's economy, national security, and morale.

Explores how the study of cosmic science has led to new insights into the formation and evolution of the universe and all its structures.

The astrophysicist director of the Hayden Planetarium in New York discusses the future of space travel and the importance of its exploration for the United States' economy, security, and morale.

Examines the discovery of Pluto, explores its presence in American culture, and discusses the reactions of people after it was demoted from a planet to a dwarf planet.

An illustrated introduction to the cosmos, showing how the concepts of motion, matter, and energy which work together to control the universe, are reflected in everyday activities; and examining questions about the origins and existence of life.

Explores how the study of cosmic science has led to new insights into the formation and evolution of the universe and all its structures.