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395 points vinnyglennon | 1 comments | | HN request time: 0s | source
1. nathancahill ◴[] No.43490963[source]
Along similar lines, Guatemala launched it's first satellite QUETZAL-1. It was in space for 211 days. While the technology isn't groundbreaking compared to satellites built by developed countries, it's massive in terms of inspiring future STEM students. Brain drain is a real problem. Providing pathways to scientific careers in smaller countries is objectively a Good Thing.

https://www.uvg.edu.gt/cubesat-en/