Key Points: Peter Swanton combines traditional Indigenous understanding of the stars with modern astrophysics. His research focuses on protecting the night sky from light pollution and space debris. Indigenous records of astronomical events, like supernovas, are valuable for modern science. Swanton organizes stargazing events and educational programs for Indigenous youth to inspire and mentor the next generation of science scholars. Peter Swanton, a PhD scholar at The Australian National University (ANU), combines Indigenous knowledge with contemporary astronomy to unlock the...