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FRI 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
8690. Exploring the Latest in Space Exploration
Moderator: Sandra (Sandy) Stoller

What's new in the world of space exploration? Where are we going that's new and where are we returning?
Krys Blackwood, Chris Butler, Bino Gopal, Peter Merlin, Gerald Nordley, Sandra Stoller

FRI 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
8815. The Present as Seen by the Past: How Science Fiction Depicted the 21st Century
Moderator: Bradford Lyau

Where are we now and where did our literary predecessors think we would be? What predictions have come true and which (for better and for worse) are yet-to-be or never-was? What does that say about our current society and the future that still lies ahead?
Bruce Davis, John DeChancie, Bradford Lyau, Larry Rosenthal

FRI 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
8736. Life Before Launch - You're less than a year away from mission launch. What is your work life like?
Moderator: Trina Ray

Our panelists will share their experiences, detailing the rigorous preparations, last-minute adjustments, and the emotional highs and lows of life before launch.
Lenny Dorsky, Varoujan Gorjian PhD, Melora Larson, Michael Ravine, Trina Ray

FRI 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
8689. Europa Clipper has Launched: What are we up to in early cruise?
Moderator: Trina Ray

Come learn about what the Europa Clipper is up to right now and what lies ahead.

Trina Ray

FRI 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm
8731. Jupiter: Our Planetary Guardian Angel
Moderator: Arlene Busby

Jupiter's huge gravitational field deflects comets and asteroids away from earth what else do we know about your guardian angel?
Arlene Busby, J.L. Doty, Peter Merlin, Seth Potter, Timothy G Cassidy-Curtis

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SAT 11:30 am - 12:45 pm
8724. How We Take Selfies of the Curiosity Rover On Mars
Solo Panel: Michael Ravine

Join Michael Ravine for a solo panel where he reveals the fascinating process behind capturing selfies of the Curiosity Rover on Mars.
Michael Ravine

SAT 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
8674. Charting the Cosmos: The New Frontier in Space Science
Moderator: Arlene Busby

The future of space science potentially includes traveling to other planets & settling on the moon. Additionally, future mining and fueling outposts, and exploration outside the Solar System using robotics.
Arlene Busby, Timothy G Cassidy-Curtis, Lenny Dorsky, Ashish Mahabal, Alfred Nash, Michael Ravine

SAT 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
8804. The Future of Human Augmentation: Enhancing Our Abilities
Moderator: Gerald "G. David" Nordley

Explore the cutting-edge advancements and ethical considerations in human augmentation. This panel will delve into the latest technologies enhancing human capabilities, from neural interfaces to biomechanical enhancements. Join experts as they discuss the potential benefits, challenges, and societal impacts of these innovations.
Bino Gopal, Larry Niven, Gerald Nordley, Larry Rosenthal, Lynx Crowe

SAT 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
8799. Taking the Earth's Temperature: The Impact of Climate Change
Moderator: Melora Larson

Putting specialized cameras and other sensors in Earth orbit allow us to keep an eye on the health of plants and cities around the globe. There are several currently orbiting missions (ECOSTRESS, EMIT, OCO-3 and more) and some planned follow-on missions that are keeping an eye on the surface temperatures around the globe, the carbon and methane emissions around the globe, and the movement of dust around the globe. What these missions have taught us, and what more we can learn from the planned missions will be discussed.
Tad Daley, Melora Larson, Vanessa MacLaren-Wray, Alfred Nash, Jules Rivera, Jane Shevtsov

SAT 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
8668. Black Holes Don't Suck!
Moderator: Varoujan Gorjian

Are black holes really the vacuum cleaners of the Universe? What role do they play in the evolution of stars and Galaxies? People can come and learn about all of the weird and amazing characteristics of black holes and see why they don't suck!
Bino Gopal, Varoujan Gorjian PhD, Melora Larson, Vanessa MacLaren-Wray, Peter Merlin, Dr. Harry Kloor

SAT 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm
8758. Reach for the Stars: Backyard Astronomy
Solo Panel: Michael Siladi

The giant telescopes capture the big picture, but how do you see the stars for yourself? Come see what an amateur astronomer can see on their own and learn what you need to bring the skies within our own grasp on a regular basis.
Michael Siladi

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SUN 11:30 am - 12:45 pm
8803. The Ethics of Climate Intervention: Sci-Fi Perspectives
Moderator: Martin Young

What changes are we making to the climate and are they a good idea? How does this change impact genre media?
Jessica Brawner, Gerald Nordley, Seth Potter, Martin Young

SUN 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
8667. Beyond Earth: The Realities of Space Colonization
Moderator: Eytan Kollin

Join us for a discussion of the practicalities of settling off-planet.
Krys Blackwood, DJ Byrne, Bino Gopal, Varoujan Gorjian PhD, Eytan Kollin, Dr. Harry Kloor

SUN 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
8774. SPACE: 1999 - The Eagle Transporter Reimagined
Moderator: Aldo Spadoni

Join the exploration of a fascinating cultural phenomenon! The legacy of the Eagle Transporter from the 1970's Science Fiction TV Series, Space:1999, reflects the dreams of a generation. It also embodies a nostalgia for a future that never occurred, yet still resonates today.