Please note that the timing for this event will now be 6:30-7:30pm. Please feel free to stay after the event for a “Night Under the Stars: Stargazing with MIT Astrogazers” activity taking place in the Kendall/MIT Open Space from 8-10pm.
As this event is taking place outdoors after dusk, we recommend using mosquito repellant, and covering up with long-sleeved shirts, loose pants, and socks. For more information about mosquito-borne illnesses, please visit MIT Health.
An Informal Outdoor Conversation Featuring Pioneering Women in Space Exploration and Sustainable Climate Solutions
Join researchers from the MIT Media Lab for an informal, outdoor conversation at the Cambridge Science Festival! Enjoy videos showcasing Media Lab research on a large outdoor movie screen and hear captivating stories about experimentation, learning, and groundbreaking discoveries. Meet visionary women who are at the forefront of pioneering research in space exploration and sustainable climate solutions, part of the Future Worlds Research Theme. These leaders are driving transformative technologies and strategies to create a better future for all living beings on Earth and beyond.
Registration recommended! You’ll be the first to learn of event details or if the location or date changes due to inclement weather. Please note, seating for this outdoor event is on a first come, first served basis regardless of registration, so feel free to arrive early and bring a blanket or a camping chair to ensure that you have a spot to sit.
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All minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Responsible adults, please keep a close eye on your kids.
Photos and/or videos will be taken at this event. By entering and attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that your likeness may be included in photos and videos of the event and that those photos and videos may be used by MIT in connection with communications about MIT Open Space Programming or in other MIT communications, and/or shared with third parties, including on the Internet. If you do not agree to this usage, please notify a staff member when you arrive.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment on our website and in person at our events. If you would like to request a disability-related accommodation, please contact us at openspace@mit.edu as soon as possible to allow us time to respond. Requests made less than 2 weeks before the start date of your program may not be able to be met in time.
We have assisted listening devices! Please feel free to ask a team member if you would like one (available on a first come, first served basis).
This event will follow MIT policies and Covid safety guidelines. More info can be found at now.mit.edu/policies.
With any questions, email us at openspace@mit.edu.
