Sciences and Exploration Directorate

Upcoming Events

Saturday, September 14, 2024
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
International Observe the Moon Night
Celebrate lunar science and exploration, take part in celestial observations, and honor cultural and personal connections to the Moon at NASA Goddard’s International Observe the Moon Night event. Join us for interactive hands-on activities, a 10’ x 10’ Moon selfie station, a photo booth, presentations, lunar and astronomical observing with telescopes and more! This free event is open to the public and will occur rain or shine.
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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Engineering Colloquium
Applications and Hazards of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Jessica Gallo (Fire Protection Consultant | Fire & Risk Alliance)
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Tuesday, October 01, 2024
03:15 PM - 04:00 PM
Virtual Chat with the Code 600 Director
Everyone is Welcome!
ACTUAL TIME: 3:10 - 3:55
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