Star Trek: Where Science Meets Imagination

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Star Trek: Where Science Meets Imagination

June 2, 2023, 11:00 a.m. Universum theater

Attention Star Trek fans! The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is hosting some VIPs from Star Trek and NASA for a special panel titled “How Science Fiction Has Influenced Space Exploration and Policy” at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 2. Science fiction has inspired real-life space exploration projects, including the launch of SpaceX’s CRS-28, which will carry scientific experiments and Innovative Solar Technology (iROSA) supplies to the International Space Station. Shows like Star Trek have also influenced and inspired many scientists, engineers and other professionals at NASA to join the space field. This panel combines those who imagine the future with those who are actively building it, exploring the synergies between the two. Join us and prepare to be brave with a unique panel discussion that combines science and storytelling!

Note: Seating in the Universe Theater is limited, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Panelists include:

Jess Bush

Visual artist and actress

Star Trek: Brave New World

Morgan Handel

AC Charania

NASA Chief Technologist

Mike Gold

Moderator

Chief Development Officer for Redwire

The panel “How Science Fiction Has Influenced Space Exploration and Politics” is included with admission. Purchase a two-day pass and watch CRS-28 launch the next day for just $45 per day.

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