PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
April 21, 2025
FreeAstroScience Suspends Publications for One Day to Honor the Late Pope Francis
GLOBAL — FreeAstroScience, the international science and cultural group dedicated to making complex scientific principles accessible to all, announced today that it will suspend all publications for 24 hours as a mark of respect following the passing of His Holiness the Pope Francis.
"As a global community that values both scientific inquiry and human spirituality, we at FreeAstroScience feel it appropriate to pause our regular activities to reflect on the Pope's significant impact on interfaith dialogue and his efforts to bridge the gap between science and faith," said Gerd Dani, President of FreeAstroScience. "Our diverse readership spans many faiths and backgrounds, and we recognize the profound influence the Pope Francis
has had on billions of people worldwide."
The suspension will begin right now and will resume normal operations the following day. During this period, our website will display a memorial page where visitors can find information about the Pope's contributions to science-faith dialogue.
FreeAstroScience has long appreciated the Pope's openness to scientific discovery and his statements on the compatibility of faith and science. His perspectives on climate change, evolution, and cosmic origins have been featured in several of our educational articles exploring the intersection of scientific understanding and spiritual meaning.
"We believe that moments of global significance call for pause and reflection," added Dani. "Our mission to democratize scientific knowledge will continue with renewed commitment tomorrow, informed by the values of respect and open dialogue that were hallmarks of the Pope's leadership."
About FreeAstroScience
FreeAstroScience is a global science communication platform dedicated to making astronomy, physics, and related sciences accessible to everyone. Through articles, visualizations, and educational resources, we bridge the gap between complex scientific concepts and public understanding.
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Gerd Dani
President, FreeAstroScience
gerd@freeastroscience.com
www.freeastroscience.com
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