Drake Awards 2024
Schedule
Thu May 16 2024 at 06:00 pm to 09:30 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Computer History Museum | Mountain View, CA
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The SETI Institute’s Drake Award celebrates exemplary contributions to SETI or astrobiology through scientific research and space exploration. Our inspiring annual event will be hosted at a new venue this year, the Computer History Museum, and includes a seated dinner. Details below:
6 - 7 pm Reception
7 - 9 pm Dinner & Awards Ceremony which includes presentation of the Drake Award, Carl Sagan Center Director's Award, and the SETI Forward Award
(To join the event virtually, please visit https://events.idonate.com/drakeawardsvirtual2024)
Drake Award
The award honors Frank Drake, whose Drake Equation first identified the specific factors necessary for the emergence of life in the Universe and the evolution of technological civilizations. This honor is given at the discretion of the Board of Trustees of the SETI Institute, based on nominations from its Science Advisory Board. The honoree is presented a cash award and trophy, and is invited to describe their research at a public ceremony. The Award was initially presented to Frank Drake in 2001.
Carl Sagan Center Director's Award
Carl Sagan Center Director’s Award is awarded to an outstanding SETI Institute scientist who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in their field. This award honors the impact of SETI Institute former Trustee, Carl Sagan, whose innovation, invention, leadership and collaboration in space science continues to inspire scientists and the public alike.
SETI Forward
The SETI Institute has created an endowment, called SETI Forward Fund, that will support and encourage the next generation of SETI and astrobiology scientists. SETI Forward will increase pathways for undergraduates interested in careers pursuing SETI and astrobiology research.
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Where is it happening?
Computer History Museum, Orientation Theater, N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94043, United States,Mountain View, CaliforniaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
