Science On Tap - Sidewinders, Sand & Robots

Name: Science On Tap - Sidewinders, Sand & Robots
Start: 2025-09-04T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-04T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Georgia Aquarium

Schedule

Thu Sep 04 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Georgia Aquarium | Atlanta, GA

This month’s Science on Tap features an exciting presentation by author and herpetologist Dr. Joseph Mendelson. Drawing on decades of research at the intersection of biology and physics, Dr. Mendelson will explore the biomechanics of sidewinder rattlesnakes and how their unique locomotion has inspired groundbreaking robotics. Developed in collaboration with Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Tech, this public-friendly talk showcases captivating videos, innovative robots, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most visually striking projects in animal-inspired engineering.
Join us for Georgia Aquarium’s 21+ science lecture series, Science on Tap, on Thursday, September 4. We’re offering a reception with light hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine and a fascinating presentation beginning at 6:00pm. Following the talk, there will be time for a Q&A session.
Space is limited, so please reserve your tickets now to secure your entrance into this exclusive lecture series held in our beautiful Oceans Ballroom.
Tickets are only available at georgiaaquarium.org – tickets from third party avenues are not guaranteed to grant access to the event.