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Clear Some Space on Your Calendar for Lecture on Solar-System Sustainability, Feb. 19
The next talk in the Climate-Sustainability Lecture Series will examine how humans could make a discernible impact on the sustainability of outer space. The event is hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences.
“Human Perturbation to the Sustainability of the Solar System”
Climate-Sustainability Lecture Series
Stefan Kautsch, Ph.D., assistant professor at the college
Wednesday, Feb. 19
12:05–12:55 p.m.
Mailman-Hollywood Building | Second Floor Auditorium
About the Talk
In this talk, Kautsch will explore how humans affect the sustainability of our solar system. Kautsch will begin by discussing the consequences of light pollution on Earth, which may lead to the detectability of humans by an outside civilization. Kautsch will also speak on human plans that may affect solar-system sustainability, including NASA’s current proposal to capture and exploit an asteroid. To conclude, Kautsch will look at the possible consequences of astroengineering megaprojects, such as asteroid mining and orbit manipulation.
About the Series
Hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Division of Math, Science, and Technology, the Climate-Sustainability Lecture Series aims to increase the understanding of the science, technology, and policies relating to climate change and sustainable development. Experts in related fields from within NSU and other institutions are featured speakers. These lectures give faculty members and students the opportunity to discuss the scientific, technological, social, and policy aspects of sustainability-related issues.
For more information, contact Song Gao, Ph.D., associate professor at the college, at (954) 262-8388.