From the darkness of the ocean floor to the darkness of outer space, technology is critical in exploring the abyss. But, it turns out that the tools used to uncover the mysteries at the bottom of the seafloor are very similar to those used to probe the vast expanses of space.
Join the engineers and scientists from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) as they share how their gear has been used on interplanetary expeditions.
Learn about the specially-developed instruments used on spacecraft missions orbiting Earth and Mars, and the similarities between ocean and space applications.
Thursday November 7, 2024
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Class Size:60 participants
Class Fee: $17 | Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout.
Materials: Light refreshments will be served prior to the start of the program.
Instructors: Tom O’Reilly & Dr. George Matsumoto
Accessibility and Logistics
- Leave your pets at home. Trained service animals are allowed.
- Restrooms and water fountain are available inside the Museum.
About the Instructor
Tom O’Reilly & Dr. George Matsumoto – Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI)
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