Exploring Mars, 50 years and counting

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Wednesday, Sept. 7, 7 p.m. CDT

My 50 Years Exploring Mars: From the Viking Landers to the Perseverance Rover

In this public lecture, Raymond E. Arvidson, the James S. McDonnell Distinguished University Professor Emeritus, will share highlights and reflections – and driving lessons – gleaned from a half century of investigating the red planet. More details are available here.

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Thursday, Sept. 8, 4 p.m. CDT

Mars: From Warm and Wet to Cold and Dry as Shown During the Curiosity Rover’s Ascent of Mount Sharp

In this research colloquium, Raymond E. Arvidson, the James S. McDonnell Distinguished University Professor Emeritus, will discuss the red planet's transition from warm and wet to cold and dry conditions based on evidence collected by the Curiosity rover. More details are available here.

Ray Arvidson's work has shaped our understanding of both Mars and Earth.

And it will for decades to come.

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