Dr. Erin MacDonald
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time
- Sunday, May 4, 2025 3pm
Location
Bankhead Theater - Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center
2400 First Street
Details
Knowledgeable. Trekkie. Speaker.
Join us for an exhilarating Rae Dorough Speaker Series evening with Dr. Erin Macdonald live at The Bankhead. Dr. Macdonald, an astrophysicist and the science advisor for the Star Trek Franchise, brings her expertise in gravitational astrophysics to the forefront. As the science advisor for Star Trek, she ensures scientific accuracy while bridging the gap between science and pop culture. With a Ph.D. earned at just 25 and contributions to the Nobel Prize-winning research on gravitational waves, she’s a leading voice in science communication. Don’t miss this chance to hear from Dr. Macdonald as she shares her insights on the universe’s mysteries and the fascinating world of science fiction.
