Our planet, Earth, is a unique place for life in the universe. Life adjusted to Earth conditions—any slightvariation in our distance from the Sun or other planetary systems, and life as we know it wouldn’t exist. Thisdelicate balance is easy to overlook, and with climate change at the forefront of global discussions, it'stempting to focus solely on practical solutions for what we should do better or differently.However, it's crucial to remember why these efforts matter. To truly grasp the profound value of our fragileplanet is to connect with something deeply human. Observations of the diversity of conditions onexoplanets beyond our solar system [1] highlight just how rare and remarkable Earth truly is [2,3]. Many ofthese planets face extremes in temperature, atmosphere, or composition that make life impossible as weknow it [4,5,6]. This underscores how Earth's specific conditions are almost miraculous in their ability tofoster life.This sentiment is echoed in the original NWA questions within this project (Q127: "What are the origins,history, and future of the universe?"; Q131: "How do galaxies, stars, and planets form and evolve?"; Q140:"What can we, as humans, know about ourselves, God, and our place in the cosmos, and to what extent canscience provide that knowledge?").As a group of scientists and artists, we aim to illustrate how our planet is intricately connected to the largersolar system, the Universe and the unique conditions that allows Earth to sustain life. Through this, we hopeto inspire people to take better care of our world. Art, we believe, is the most powerful way to evokeemotion and make fundamental knowledge accessible to a wide audience.

Our planet, Earth, is a unique place for life in the universe. Life adjusted to Earth conditions—any slightvariation in our distance from the Sun or other planetary systems, and life as we know it wouldn’t exist. Thisdelicate balance is easy to overlook, and with climate change at the forefront of global discussions, it'stempting to focus solely on practical solutions for what we should do better or differently.However, it's crucial to remember why these efforts matter. To truly grasp the profound value of our fragileplanet is to connect with something deeply human. Observations of the diversity of conditions onexoplanets beyond our solar system highlight just how rare and remarkable Earth truly is . Many ofthese planets face extremes in temperature, atmosphere, or composition that make life impossible as weknow it [4,5,6]. This underscores how Earth's specific conditions are almost miraculous in their ability tofoster life.This sentiment is echoed in the original NWA questions within this project (Q127: "What are the origins,history, and future of the universe?"; Q131: "How do galaxies, stars, and planets form and evolve?"; Q140:"What can we, as humans, know about ourselves, God, and our place in the cosmos, and to what extent canscience provide that knowledge?").As a group of scientists and artists, we aim to illustrate how our planet is intricately connected to the largersolar system, the Universe and the unique conditions that allows Earth to sustain life. Through this, we hopeto inspire people to take better care of our world. Art, we believe, is the most powerful way to evokeemotion and make fundamental knowledge accessible to a wide audience.2.2 Objectives and aimsThe objective of our project is to make fundamental science accessible to the public through art. Our goal isto create a data-driven, physical artwork that translates complex scientific research into a personal,relatable, and imaginative experience. Ultimately, the work will be exhibited at the Artis Planetarium, LeidenObservatory & Botanical Gardens, and the Venice Art Biennale.2.3 Societal impact and/or scientific impactOur project aims to stimulate the public to think about our planet and humanity’s place in the universe in anew and deeper way. By visualizing fundamental scientific facts through art, we make complex science moreaccessible and engaging for a broader audience. The societal impact of this work will be to inspire curiosityand reflection about the fragility of Earth, situated within the vast context of space.The indirect impact we hope to achieve is an increased sense of responsibility towards the planet. Byfostering a deeper understanding of Earth's delicate balance within the cosmos, we aim to encourage peopleto take better care of it. Exhibiting the artwork at diverse, high-traffic venues such as the Artis Planetarium,Leiden Observatory & Botanical Gardens, and the Venice Art Biennale, will allow us to reach a wideaudience, amplifying both the scientific and emotional resonance of the project.Additionally, the integration of data-driven art that is grounded in scientific research has the potential tospark interest in the sciences among new audiences, encouraging a broader societal appreciation forscientific inquiry and the role it plays in addressing global challenges like climate change.