KEYNOTE - Changing the World, with Science!

Monday, February 5
2:00pm - 2:45pm
Pacific 21

KEYNOTE - Changing the World, with Science!

Kids entertainment creators and the scientists and engineers exploring space and solving complex problems here on Earth share a common passion for a better future for humankind. As an engineer, a hugely popular TV host, and now CEO of the world’s largest space interest group (The Planetary Society), Bill Nye knows better than anyone how science and entertainment can work together to make meaningful, positive change. In his Kidscreen Summit keynote, Bill will share some of what he’s learned over the years, including the power of exciting kids about science at a young age. He will also tell us why this is the most exciting time yet to be working in space exploration, showcasing images and discoveries that can help us all better understand our place in the galaxy. Get ready to be wowed!

An American science educator, engineer, comedian, television presenter, author and inventor, Bill is on a mission to foster a scientifically literate society and help people everywhere understand and appreciate the science that makes our world work. Making science entertaining and accessible is something he has been passionate about his entire life.