Is Mars the next step in human exploration of the solar system? What would it take to live and work on the red planet, and what will future explorers need to know in order to survive Martian extremes? Join Dr. Joseph Levy on a journey of endurance and exploration from Earth’s remotest outposts to the surface of Mars.

Special appearance by Dr. Jeanette J. Epps, NASA Astronaut. Attendees may meet Dr. Epps as well as explore hands-on activities and demonstrations related to space exploration, engineering, astronomy and more as part of Cool Activities (from 5:30 - 6:40 pm). The talk with Q & A session will start at 7:00 pm. Dr. Epps will join Dr. Levy for the end of the Q & A session.

Cool Activities: 5:30 - 6:40 p.m.

Talk with Q & A: 7:00 - 8:15 p.m.

Hot Science – Cool Talks provides a front row seat to world-class research. Presented by the Environmental Science Institute this nationally recognized series allows leading researchers from Texas and other prominent universities to share their passion about science, technology, engineering and math with the general public. This event will be held in collaboration with the Austin Independent School District.