The mission will be carried out by US startup Katalyst Space Technologies, which won the Nasa contract last September. Its three-armed robotic spacecraft, named Lift, will launch aboard an air-launched Pegasus rocket from the Marshall Islands before spending about a month chasing down Swift in orbit. Swift has been observing the universe since 2004.

Renowned physicist Freeman Dyson cautioned against excessive exam preparation stifling children's natural curiosity. He argued that focusing solely on tests at a young age, particularly around twelve, can extinguish the joy of learning. Dyson believed fostering a love for exploration and unstructured discovery is crucial for developing genuine thinkers, rather than just proficient test-takers. His perspective highlights the hidden cost of prioritizing grades over intellectual wonder.