May
8

Science on Tap

May 8

Making Waves: Using Ocean Innovation to Solve Climate Change

Join us for Georgia Aquarium’s 21+ science lecture series, Science on Tap, on Wednesday, May 8th. We’re offering a reception with light hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine and a fascinating presentation beginning at 5:30pm. Following the talk, there will be time for a Q&A session.

This month’s Science on Tap will dive into cutting-edge innovations that highlight how the oceans can be our biggest partner in tackling climate change. You’ll learn about state-of-the-art wave energy technology that uses new techniques to maximize renewable energy offered by the ocean, supporting the greenhouse gas emissions reductions needed to limit global warming. We’ll talk about how innovations developed right here in Atlanta are making an impact, as well as broad opportunities for us all to be part of the solutions we need.

Come mingle, enjoy some libations, and learn! Space is limited, so please reserve your tickets now to secure your entrance into this exclusive lecture series held in our beautiful Oceans Ballroom.

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Event Includes

  • Light Bites

     

  • Beer and Wine

     

  • Parking

     

  • Climate Change Presentation

     

Science on Tap Speaker

Narayan Iyer, Founder & CEO

Narayan Iyer is a former Aerospace Systems Engineer at Rockwell Collins, and the current Founder & CEO of Laminar Scientific. His work as a product owner, systems lead, and test lead for major NASA projects revolutionized how we view air travel. Through his foundation at Purdue University, Iyer was able to lead a team in the production of the MantaWave, which converts the multi-directionality of ocean waves into energy.

“Our technologies harness energy from the multi-directionality of ocean waves while reducing issues that commonly plague other oceanic solutions such as biofouling & corrosion.”

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Please Note

  • Ticket includes parking but does not include General Admission to the Aquarium.
  • Event entry is located at Georgia Aquarium’s Ocean’s Ballroom entrance, located at 246 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd NW Atlanta, GA 30313.
  • Guests will pass through a security screening and be required to present a valid photo ID at entry.
  • Reception with drinks and hors d’oeuvres is from 5:00PM – 5:30PM.
  • The presentation begins at 5:30PM, with the talk concluding around 6:30PM.

*This event is for guests ages 21 and over. You must bring a valid ID for entry. If you are under 21, or do not have a valid ID (regardless of age), you will not be permitted to enter the event. Refunds are not provided for underage quests and/or quests who do not attend the event. Transfer of drink tickets is not permitted. Guests who do not adhere to policies stated above may be asked to leave the event.

*If you did not receive a mobile ticket, scannable barcode, or printed ticket after your purchase, please have your order number from your confirmation email ready at entrance.

An Ocean of Good

The full cost of your ticket goes directly to support Georgia Aquarium’s research and conservation initiatives.

Georgia Aquarium conducts crucial research by working with animals both in human care and in their natural habitats to improve husbandry methods, develop innovative and exciting new exhibits, contribute to the understanding of the underwater world and apply new discoveries to the conservation of aquatic life. Every day, researchers in the Aquarium’s exhibits and labs are learning more about marine life in order to develop new methods of animal care and veterinary medicine. By combining field research with the study of on-site animals in a controlled environment, the Aquarium is contributing to the advancement of human knowledge in the area of animal science.

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