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There are 2 events that you have to register separately for (see links below), Meetup RSVP not sufficient. 2nd event has an online option.

### Event 1: Exploring Martian Geology for Signs of the Potential for Life

(After school talk)
Bring your curiosity, come ready to ask big questions, and share your enthusiasm as we journey into the science of Mars together! Join Dr. Tutolo for an interactive presentation exploring recent discoveries hidden in Martian rocks and what these findings might mean for the planet’s potential to have once supported life.
Event Details:

#### Register Here for Event 1

### Event 2: Exploring Martian Geology to Understand How Planets Sustain Life

(Research focused event)
Our neighboring planet, Mars, offers a stark contrast to Earth. While Earth has remained habitable and indeed inhabited for nearly all of its 4.5 billion year history, Mars apparently transitioned to a desert planet early in its history. In this presentation, Dr. Tutolo will discuss how our recent, surprising discovery of sedimentary carbonate minerals in Gale Crater, Mars has revised our understanding of the fate of Martian habitability, and what this means for the planet’s potential for having originated life.
Event Details:

  • Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
  • Doors Open: 6:00 p.m.
  • Lecture and Livestream: 7:00 p.m.
  • NEW Location: Evan Hazell Theatre at Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton
  • Address: 4995 Market Street SE

#### Register Here for Event 2

Dr. Benjamin Tutolo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth, Energy, and Environment at the University of Calgary and a Canadian leader in the field of geochemistry. His pioneering investigations of water-rock interactions on Earth and Mars have provided fundamental insight into the relationships between geologic processes, planetary habitability, and life. His innovative approach to research has also yielded breakthroughs in our understanding of nature-based climate change solutions. He has been a Participating Scientist on NASA’s Curiosity Rover mission to Mars since 2021.

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