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When Galaxies Collide: Keynote Presentation by Dr Lisa Harvey-Smith at Sydney Science Festival 2018

Lisa Harvey-Smith presenting at Sydney Science Festival 2018

In this lively and engaging talk, Lisa Harvey-Smith describes how a future collision between our own galaxy, the Milky Way, and its nearest neighbour will bring dramatic changes to our night sky – including radiant bursts of star formation, coalescence of supermassive black holes and the ignition of dragon-like jets of gas that tear through space at almost the speed of light. But don’t worry – it’s not going to happen for at least 3.8 billion years!

Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith is a multi-award winning astronomer, science communicator and television presenter best known for ABC’s popular science series Stargazing Live. Lisa is a master at presenting complex subject-matter in a relaxed and humorous way. This talk is suitable for all ages.

Schedule:

6–6.30pm: Book signing and cash bar

6.30–8pm: Keynote presentation in Powerhouse Theatre

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  • When Fri 10 August at 6:00PM
  • Where Powerhouse Museum, Ultimo NSW
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