Space Enabled Earth Justice: Using Space Technology to Improve Life
Join us for a special UCSB Arts & Lectures event featuring Dr. Danielle Wood, Assistant Professor of Media Arts and Sciences at MIT, and director of the Space Enabled Research Group, on Friday, April 22 at 7:30pm, UCSB Campbell Hall.
Danielle Wood applies designs enabled by space research to projects that advance social good here on Earth – whether that’s combating environmental degradation or preventing the next famine. Breaking down complex, cosmic technologies, she shows us how entrepreneurial spirit and cross-disciplinary collaboration can be used to bring about a more just and innovative future.
Admission is free. Registration required. Co-presented in association with UCSB Environmental Studies Department and Community Environmental Council.
From the Space Enabled Research Group website: The mission of the Space Enabled research group is to advance justice in Earth's complex systems using designs enabled by space. Our message is that six types of space technology are supporting societal needs, as defined by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. These six technologies include satellite earth observation, satellite communication, satellite positioning, microgravity research, technology transfer, and the inspiration we derive from space research and education. While much good work has been done, barriers still remain that limit the application of space technology as a tool for sustainable development. The Space Enabled research group works to increase the opportunities to apply space technology in support of the Sustainable Development Goals.
TED Talk: 6 space technologies we can use to improve life on Earth
Dr. Danielle Wood identifies six technologies developed for space exploration that can contribute to sustainable development across the world -- from observation satellites that provide information to aid organizations to medical research on microgravity that can be used to improve health care on Earth. "Space truly is useful for sustainable development for the benefit of all peoples," Wood says.