From the University of Toronto to the University of Cambridge, astronomers at the frontier of space research and exploration are set to speak at the Astronomy and Space Exploration Society’s 17th annual symposium — themed “Mysteries of the Universe” — from February 15–17.

Learn from accomplished research scientists including Dr. Anastasia Fialkov, senior research fellow with the Kavli Institute at the University of Cambridge; Dr. Marc Kamionkowski, professor of theoretical physics & astronomy at Johns Hopkins University; and Dr. Chris Impey, professor of astronomy at the University of Arizona.

The astronomy symposium — exploring research on black holes, dark matter, and dark energy — will be streamed online with the opportunity to ask questions. Highlights include lectures, a dark matter discussion, and an astrophotography workshop.

Visit http://asxsociety.com for a detailed overview of the symposium, including lecture abstracts, speaker information, and raffle prizes!

Please note the provided schedule is currently subject to change. Speakers and subject matter will remain consistent, but actual times may vary from the schedule provided as event details are finalized. Any timing changes will be uploaded to the symposium website and eventbrite pages as they are made.

FEBRUARY 15TH

• 10:30AM: Opening Remarks
• 11:00AM - 12:00PM: Dark Matter Theories and Hypothesis, Dr. Anastasia Fialkov
• 2:00PM - 3:00PM: Hubble Tension and Dark Energy, Prof. Marc Kamionkowski

FEBRUARY 16TH

• 6:00PM - 7:00PM: Dark Matter Panel Discussion, Prof. Miriam Diamond, Prof. Jim Cline and Prof. Jeremy Webb; moderated by Alex Laguë
• 7:00PM - 8:00PM: Black Hole Lecture, Prof. A.W. Peet

FEBRUARY 17TH

• 6:00PM - 7:00PM: Black Hole Lecture, Prof. Chris Impey
• 7:30PM - 8:30PM: Astrophotography Workshop, Katerina Benevides
• 8:30PM - 9:00PM: Raffle and Closing Remarks