Matthew Francis
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Freelance science writer
Matthew R. Francis is a science writer, physicist, public speaker, educator, and frequent wearer of jaunty hats. He contributes a weekly column about astronomy and space to The Daily Beast. His writing has also appeared in Ars Technica, Slate, Nautilus, Aeon, and a variety of other publications. A former college professor and planetarium director, he holds a Ph.D. in physics and astronomy from Rutgers University. Twitter
Speaking:
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Monday, October 20th, 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm