About this Event
Welcome to Lectures on Tap!
Join us for an engaging evening where professors, experts, and storytellers bring their thought-provoking lectures to your favorite bar in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Hosted by Felecia For The Win!
Date: Sunday, July 7th, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Williamsburg, Brooklyn (exact address given in confirmation email)
Lecture: "Searching for Alien Megastructures"
Speaker: Professor Jason Wright
Join us for an exciting lecture where Professor Jason Wright, the Director of the Penn State Extraterrestrial Intelligence Center, delves into the sensational discovery of what has been popularly dubbed "Tabby's Star." This intriguing celestial phenomenon has sparked widespread media fascination, from TED talks to NBC News and even Saturday Night Live, with speculations about potential alien technology, Dyson Spheres.
Professor Wright will share the behind-the-scenes journey of this astronomical enigma—from his collaboration with the star's discoverer, Tabby Boyajian, to the latest insights and scientific updates in this captivating search for extraterrestrial life.
Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a story of discovery and intrigue with one of the leading astrophysicists in the field, Dr. Jason Wright.
Get a drink, connect and learn at Lectures on Tap! 🙌
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, United States
