Triton Talks: Immersive Data-Driven Storytelling in the Planetarium

In this Triton Talk, join us as we explore how modern planetariums, equipped with advanced full-dome projection systems, are revolutionizing the way we visualize and understand scientific data—transforming computer simulation and observational data into breathtaking, immersive experiences that captivate audiences and foster deeper learning.

Free parking is included, as well as refreshments and light snacks.

Questions? Please contact education@tritonmuseum.org

Speaker Biography:

Benjamin Mendelsohn

Faculty and Founding Director of the Jean & E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium

Benjamin Mendelsohn’s lifelong passion for astronomy began in childhood, when he attended a program at the Morrison Planetarium in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. Captivated by the wonders of the night sky, he developed a deep fascination with astronomy that stayed with him throughout his life. As an engineer, Benjamin built a career spanning industrial automation, data communications, aviation, space biology research, and digital audio. In 1998, he joined the physical science faculty at West Valley College, where he played a key role in designing and establishing the college’s state-of-the-art immersive planetarium.