NASA Showcase and Stage<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
NASA\u2019s Johnson Space Center booth and exclusive panel stage is in Hall A of George R. Brown Convention Center! Stop by to talk with NASA experts and scientists from the Extravehicular Activity and Human Surface Mobility (EHP) Program, Exploration Architecture, Integration, and Science Directorate, Human Health and Performance Directorate, and STEM engagement programs.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Fans can take photos with numerous photo ops and artifacts including a full-size space suit, take the controls of a Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) in a state-of-the-art simulator, and discover how astronauts are training and preparing to return to the Moon.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
All times shown below are Central.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p>\n Development of Lunar Base Camp<\/strong><\/p>\n Friday, May 24, 3:30 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Join NASA scientists as we break down the development of a Lunar Base Camp with future Artemis<\/a> Missions.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Panelists:<\/p>\n Driving On the Moon One Day Preview the latest technology and partnerships that will develop the next mobility systems on the Moon!<\/p>\n Panelists:<\/p>\n Another One Bites the Dust: Lunar Dust, Hardware Damage, and Why It Matters on the Moon<\/strong> Learn from lunar dust mitigation engineers and scientists as they talk about the risks of working on the Moon, what happened during the Apollo missions, and what they plan to do about hardware damage, which threatens their efforts to keep astronauts safe and ensure mission success.<\/p>\n Panelists:<\/p>\n Meet NASA Astronaut Marcos Berr\u00edos<\/strong> Hear NASA astronaut Marcos Berr\u00edos\u2019 journey to becoming an astronaut and the excitement of the future of human spaceflight! Following his presentation, Marcos will meet and pose for photos with fans!<\/p>\n Marcos Gabriel Berr\u00edos was selected by NASA to join the 2021 astronaut candidate class. He reported for duty in January 2022. The Air Force test pilot holds a bachelor\u2019s degree in mechanical engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a master\u2019s degree in mechanical engineering and a doctorate in aeronautics and astronautics from Stanford University. Born in Fort Campbell, Tennessee, Berr\u00edos considers Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, to be his hometown. An experienced pilot, Berr\u00edos has accumulated more than 110 combat missions and 1,400 hours of flight time in more than 21 different aircraft.<\/p>\n Technically Correct, The Best Kind of Correct: What Hollywood Gets Right (and Wrong) About Space Exploration<\/strong> Tune in for a fun discussion about what Hollywood gets right (and wrong) about NASA and space exploration. We\u2019ll share some of our favorite examples and what we do at NASA along the way!<\/p>\n Panelists:<\/p>\n Why Is It So Hard to Get to Mars?<\/strong><\/p>\n Saturday, May 25, 3:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Mars seems so close, yet so far away. Join our discussion on why it is so difficult to get to the \u201cRed Planet\u201d and what technologies and strategies NASA is developing to accomplish this goal.<\/p>\n Panelist:<\/p>\n Landing on the Moon<\/strong> A flurry of lunar landings took place in the 60s and 70s, but following Luna 24 in 1976, there were no successful soft landings until Chang\u2019e 3 in 2013. Recently we have seen a significant increase in lunar landings with many more planned. Why does landing on the Moon remain a challenge? What are the future plans for additional lunar landings and how will that enable future lunar activities?<\/p>\n Panelists: <\/p>\n International Space Station MIMIC \u2013 See the Mini Station Work Real-Time<\/strong><\/p>\n Saturday, May 25, 6 p.m.<\/p>\n Learn from space engineers and educators about this exciting 1:100 scale 3D printed, robotic model of the International Space Station that syncs to live telemetry streaming from the real space station in real-time. It is open source and uses familiar STEM components like Arduino and Raspberry Pi and was designed to be built by students and space geeks everywhere! <\/p>\n<\/p>\n Panelists:<\/p>\n My NASA Story<\/strong> What does it take to launch a career at NASA\u2019s Johnson Space Center? Learn from our panelists and gain perspective on how they got to where they are today and what their jobs look like day-to-day!<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Panelists:<\/p>\n Artemis Overview<\/strong> Artemis is NASA\u2019s new lunar exploration program, which includes landing the first woman and first person of color on the Moon. Through the Artemis missions, NASA will use new technology to study the Moon in new and better ways and prepare for human missions to Mars.<\/p>\n Panelists:<\/p>\n Tesla Coil Demonstration<\/strong> Experience the electrifying spectacle of a Tesla coil demonstration where science meets superhero magic in a dazzling display of lightning and sound.<\/p>\n Panelist: <\/p>\n Draw Artemis: LIVE!<\/strong> Did you know NASA needs artists? Join a NASA panel of experts and \u201cdraw along\u201d as we talk about humanity\u2019s voyage back to the Moon, the key role art plays in exploration, and learn about the otherworldly environment of the Moon\u2019s South Pole. Our featured artist will be Mark Kistler<\/strong>, the prolific art educator behind the beloved 80s and 90s TV shows, \u201cThe Secret City,\u201d \u201cDraw Squad,\u201d and \u201cImagination Station.\u201d Learn to draw a fleet of sophisticated space hardware that will take us on Artemis missions \u2013 similar to the way NASA engineers and technicians sketched out early concepts for spacesuits, rockets, spaceships, ground systems, and orbiting platforms that have allowed us to explore other worlds. Pencil, paper, and handouts will be provided!<\/p>\n Panelist:<\/p>\n Worn to Perfection: The Art of Aging and Weathering Props for Narrative Depth<\/strong> Do your cosplay and props look too pristine? Level up your creations with expert techniques that add that perfect touch of authenticity, using budget-friendly and easily accessible materials and techniques. Dive into the art of distressing and fine detailing to achieve a weathered, lifelike appearance that imbues your props with character and history. Join us for an interactive panel and personalized guidance from seasoned propmaster, Adam Burnett, to add realistic flair to your favorite props.<\/p>\n Powered by WPeMatico<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n Get The Details…<\/a> Celebrate your pop-culture fandom and uncover the latest science, technology, and discoveries of human spaceflight and exploration with NASA\u2019s Johnson Space Center at Comicpalooza 2024 from May 24 to 26 at George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. Engage with a fully immersive NASA exhibit, touch the only mobile Moon rock in the world, join [\u2026] Continue reading ![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/jsc2023e031025.jpg?w=2048\")
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<\/strong>Friday, May 24, 5 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n\n
Saturday, May 25, 11 a.m.<\/p>\n\n
Saturday, May 25, 12:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Saturday, May 25, 1:30 p.m.<\/p>\n\n
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Saturday, May 25, 5 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n\n
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Sunday, May 26, 11:30 a.m.<\/p>\n\n
Sunday, May 26, 1 p.m.<\/p>\n\n
Sunday, May 26, 2 p.m.<\/p>\n\n
Sunday, May 26, 3 p.m.<\/p>\n\n
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Sunday, May 26, 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
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