Exploration of Mars: where have we been, what have we learned
Lecture in English * Early summer lecture series: Strange Worlds
Paul Salazar, Munich Public Observatory
Friday, 12 May 2023, 8 p.m. - SOLD OUT!
=> Noch freie Plätze für die deutsche Fassung am 23. Juni. Tausch möglich!
Venue: Volkssternwarte (Munich Public Observatory), Rosenheimer Str. 145h, 81671 München
Mars has fascinated humankind for centuries, including the exciting idea that there might be life on Mars. In the Middle Ages astronomers saw 'canals' on the surface; in the 20th century Mars was a target for science fiction writers who brought us 'little green men' and more. And since the 1970s humans have landed many robotic missions on Mars, some successful and others wildly unsuccessful. This talk will focus on the scientific findings from the past generations of Mars landers and robots, with particular focus on the discoveries of the last 10 years.
If the skies are clear, guests are invited to visit the rooftop observatory and enjoy the views of Venus and Mars (and more) in our telescopes!
Tickets: € 8 / 5
Advance booking required due to limited number of seats.
Admission from 7:30 p.m.
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Where does the event happen? Volkssternwarte München, Rosenheimer Str. 145h, 81671 München
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