COUNTDOWN BREAKFAST
Join us for the Countdown Breakfast, where high school students can dive into the exciting world of space science and innovation!
This year, we’re thrilled to feature
Dr. Afshin Beheshti, a leading expert in space biology and regenerative medicine, as he shares fascinating insights into how space exploration
is shaping the future of human health. Don’t miss this inspiring opportunity to connect with cutting-edge science and the wonders of space!
Continental Breakfast will be served
2025 SPEAKER
DR. AFSHIN BEHESHTI
Professor of Surgery and Computational and Systems Biology
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Director of the Space Biomedicine Program
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Associate Director of the McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine
PAST SPEAKERS
DR. JIM GREEN
Dr. Jim Green, Chief Scientist, NASA. Prior to his current role, Dr. Green was Director of the Planetary Science Division at NASA Headquarters and held additional roles within NASA.