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:

1. Think about planetary bodies
2. Learn about how the cosmos can be studied
3. Discuss and communicate science to the public
4. 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.