General Info
Purpose
The New Mexico Consortium is excited to be hosting the second ‘Cosmic Frontiers’ event, May 3-4 at the SALA Los Alamos Event Center. Cosmic Frontiers: Planets brings together eminent planetary scientists and astronomers for three main scientific sessions: Our Solar System, Exoplanets, and Tools and Technology for Planetary Study.
Cosmic Frontiers: Planets explores the mysteries of planets with talks, panel discussions, and interactive sessions. The goals are to excite students and the local public to:
- Think about planetary bodies
- Learn about how the cosmos can be studied
- Discuss and communicate science to the public
- Understand LANL’s contribution to space research
The scientific talks will be divided equally between presentations from LANL scientists, scientists from New Mexico Universities, and scientists from outside New Mexico.
A book sale, planetarium shows, films, and stargazing will also occur. All components are free and open to the public.
When & Where
May 3-4, 2025
Los Alamos, NM