About the International Asteroid Warning Network (IAWN) and the Space Mission Planning Advisory Group (SMPAG).
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 38844765.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1038/s41467-024-48600-x and PMC identifier 11157023.
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Abstract
Atmospheric entry of asteroids or comets can cause significant damage to Earth. Two international bodies, the International Asteroid Warning Network (IAWN), and the Space Mission Planning Advisory Group (SMPAG) are working on dealing with potential threats.