Carolyn Porco
Cassini Imaging Leader | Exploring Planetary Science & Climate
About
Carolyn Porco is a renowned planetary scientist who led the Imaging Team on NASA's Cassini mission to Saturn. From interpreting the groundbreaking images of Saturn's rings and moons, to sharing this cosmic wonder with global audiences, Porco has devoted her career to advancing our understanding of the solar system.
As a passionate science communicator, her TED Talks have inspired millions to see the Earth and our place in the universe with fresh eyes. Porco's keynotes fuse cutting-edge planetary research with timely insights on climate science and the dynamics of high-performing teams.
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Could a Saturn moon harbor life?
Carolyn Porco shares exciting new findings from the Cassini spacecraft's recent sweep of one of Saturn's moons, Enceladus. Samples gathered from the moon's icy geysers hint that an ocean under its surface could harbor life.
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