This is your chance to hear about cutting-edge research right from the scientists conducting it! All while enjoying complementary appetizers and enjoying adult beverages. Our first guest in the series is Stephen Kane, an Australian-American professor of planetary astrophysics at UCR. His work covers the search for planets beyond our solar system that could potentially host life, and he helps advance our understanding of worlds within our solar system, too - especially Venus. The International Astronomical Union (which is responsible for naming objects) has just named an asteroid in his honor! This event is not recorded. You have to be there to experience it. Come down to Bar Ni Modo - an easy walk or drive from UCR - and let Dr. Kane take you to space!