The NASA K2 Mission: Extending Kepler's LegacyThe NASA K2 mission makes use of the Kepler spacecraft to expand upon Kepler's groundbreaking discoveries in the fields of exoplanets and astrophysics through new and exciting observations. K2 uses an innovative way of operating the spacecraft by carefully balancing the pressure of photons coming from the Sun. The K2 ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
The Whales of Guerrero Research ProjectThe Whales of Guerrero Research Project advances marine science in an ecologically-sensitive region of Mexico, which supports many large marine wildlife species, and provides sustainable economic benefits to impoverished local residents through education, ecotourism and capacity building.We work with Mexican agencies and universities to educate coastal residents about the value ...
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Origins and properties of planetary magnetic fields.Please join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for the August 25th. general meeting. The meeting starts at 7:15 and ends at 9:15. Our monthly meetings begin with a short "What's Up" presented by one of our members, followed by a speaker. This month's speaker is Nick Knezek, UC Berkeley
