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Grand Canyon Conservancy
Astronomer in Residence

Geology Talk

Join Astronomer in Residence Dr. Adeene Denton at Phantom Ranch for an afternoon discussion about Grand Canyon geology. 

  • February 13–14, 2024

  • February 13 at 4:00 pm and February 14 at 4:00pm

  • Sycamore Tree at Phantom Ranch
Scenic Canyon view of Sunset
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Dr. Denton will discuss the geology of the Grand Canyon from a planetary perspective, including why canyons are such a useful tool for planetary geologists wherever we find them.

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Dr. Adeene Denton

Grand Canyon Conservancy welcomes Dr. Adeene Denton as Astronomer in Residence at Grand Canyon National Park from February 8 – 26, 2024. Dr. Denton is a geologist and planetary scientist interested in giant impacts and their influence on the formation and evolution of icy satellites and ocean worlds in our solar system. Adeene is trained as a scientist, historian, and dancer, which informs her scientific and artistic work. 

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In-Person, Astronomer in Residence, Grand Canyon Conservancy