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How a Sustainable Space Program Benefits Society
Join us to learn why the space program is relevant to our sustainability as humans on our planet.
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Italian Cultural Institute Los Angeles 1023 Hilgard Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90024
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In this talk celebrating Italian National Space Day, David Avino (Argotec, CEO) and Marco Lavalle (NASA JPL) will share their experience of working in space science and technology development, focusing on why the space program is relevant to our sustainability as humans on our planet. Through a number of examples ranging from Earth observations to planetary missions with small satellites and human return to the moon, the conversation, moderated by and Sara Susca (NASA JPL), will explore ongoing space activities and how they benefit all of us. The audience will learn about projects involving collaborations between Italian and American teams inspiring younger generations for a rewarding career in space science and exploration.
Recorded introductory remarks by H.E. Mariangela Zappia, Ambassador of Italy to the US.
Second event in the series “Building a sustainable future”, three outreach presentations featuring prominent Italians from Los Angeles area universities and the tech industry. Organized by ISSNAF and the Italian Cultural Institute in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in Los Angeles.