Frontiers in Astrophysics Lecture Series

Asteroids: Friends or Foes with Richard Binzel

Professor Richard Binzel evaluates the threat of near-earth asteroids.
© Barry Hetherington

Hayden Planetarium Space Theater

Ticket Info

$15 ($13.50 Members, students, seniors)

Enter at 81st Street

An important legacy of the space age is the realization that impacts by asteroids and comets pose a hazard to civilization on Earth. In this talk, professor Richard Binzel will examine whether there is cause for serious concern, the possibility of exploring asteroids for resources, and the potential role of asteroids in future interplanetary space travel.

A limited number of tickets will be available for this event, so please reserve in advance.