Getting Galactic!
Amidst all the Artemis II excitement, join us to learn even more about Space!! Our speakers will get into how big the universe really is and how space impacts the human brain.
Meet the speakers
Jae Calanog
In a Galaxy Far, Far Away… ok, but HOW FAR?
How do we know how far objects in space are from Earth? Find out how astronomers measure distances in our Universe. Hint: You’ll need a ladder.
Luisa Coelho (she/her/hers)
The Impact of Spaceflight on the Human Brain
This talk will explore how spaceflight reshapes the human brain, revealing changes in neural activity, aging and adaptive resilience under extreme conditions. By launching brain organoids to missions aboard the ISS, we uncover how microgravity impacts the brain, but also how it can accelerate biological processes not easily observed on Earth, highlighting space as a powerful platform to advance neuroscience and human health.