Filed under: Verge Video Stephen Hawking's Starshot, explained By Verge Video Apr 18, 2016, 10:32am EDT Share this story Share this on Facebook Share this on Twitter Share All sharing options Share All sharing options for: Stephen Hawking's Starshot, explained Linkedin Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email A bunch of scientists, including Stephen Hawking, want to send a tiny spacecraft to the next closest star using a giant laser. Seriously. Sign up for the newsletter Verge Deals Subscribe to get the best Verge-approved tech deals of the week. Just one more thing! Please confirm your subscription to Verge Deals via the verification email we just sent you. Email (required) Oops. Something went wrong. Please enter a valid email and try again. By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. You can opt out at any time. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Subscribe