About the event: In 2024, the probability of Earth colliding with asteroid YR2024 has increased to 3.1%. Although the risk has subsequently been reduced to below 1%, this incident has opened a fundamental debate: Are we ready to face a similar threat?

Nikola Schmidt (*1982) has long been involved in space security, climate change and new technologies. In his talk, he will outline strategies and scenarios that could be used in planetary defence. Schmidt was part of a NASA-funded planetary defense project that led to international research that looked not only at asteroid defense, but also at the future of mining in space and the implications of technological innovation for global security.

When: 5 April 2025, 13:00 - 14:00
Where: Stadsbiblioteket, Trappscenen (Götaplatsen 3, 402 29 Göteborg)
Admission is free, no registration required