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Sunday, July 13
 

10:00am EDT

What's Going on in the Lab?
Sunday July 13, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
From Neuroscience to NASA, how has science and engineering changed and what do we have to look forward as we move further into the 21st Century?
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Whitworth

Jennifer Whitworth

Science Guest
Jennifer Whitworth is an engineer and writer from Huntsville AL. Currently working at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, she supports Artemis and Gateway Payload Integration working directly with the science teams to help them through the various processes to design, build, test... Read More →
Sunday July 13, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Moravian (Marriott)

11:30am EDT

LiveStreaming in 2025 and Beyond
Sunday July 13, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Livestreaming in the modern age presents a multitude of platform choices such as TicToc, Twitch, Facebook, and YouTube for individuals to share their content globally in real-time. To navigate this landscape successfully, streamers should align their content with their interests and expertise, stay updated on trends for broader appeal, optimize technical aspects for a professional and engaging stream, and engage with their audience in real-time to cultivate a sense of community and gather feedback to tailor content effectively. Let's talk about how streamers can maximize their impact, build a loyal following, and create a successful livestreaming experience.
Sunday July 13, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)

1:00pm EDT

Gods, Myths, and Otherworlds: The Fusion of Mythology in Speculative Narratives
Sunday July 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Mythology has continuously transcended traditional boundaries, merging with Science Fiction and Fantasy in stories like Percy Jackson, Hercules, Xena, and Stargate. This fusion creates captivating narratives that delve into the relationship between the divine and fantastical elements, reimagining gods and mythical beings in futuristic, alternate, and magical settings where they interact with mortals, supernatural forces, and interstellar civilizations. The convergence of gods and myths with speculative elements results in endless possibilities, creating a rich tapestry of worldbuilding that immerses audiences in imaginative realms ranging from Asgard to alien planets, Celtic forests to cybernetic cities. Let's discuss how, through these narratives, the enduring power of storytelling and universal themes resonate, encouraging exploration of the limitless potential of human imagination.

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Speakers
avatar for Misty Massey

Misty Massey

Literary Guest
Misty Massey is the author of the Mad Kestrel series of rollicking fantasy adventures on the high seas, including Kestrel's Dance, winner of the 2023 Palmetto Scribe Award For Best Novel, and the upcoming Dead Man series. She freelances as a copy and developmental editor for Falstaff... Read More →
avatar for Meri Elena

Meri Elena

Literary Guest
I am a North Carolina speculative fiction writer, mostly of dark fantasy and paranormal, but I don't really color inside the lines. I published my first short story when I was fourteen, and my mom insisted I use a pen name. I took some creative license with my actual first and middle... Read More →
avatar for Molly Ann McDonough

Molly Ann McDonough

Science Guest
Molly Ann McDonough is an author, poet, and multidisciplinary engineer with short stories featured in science fiction and fantasy anthologies. Jumpmaster Press has scheduled her debut fantasy novel, A World Apart, for release in 2026. When Molly isn’t reading, writing, or coding... Read More →
Sunday July 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
 
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