Cosmic Wednesday in Potsdam: Experience Mars Research at the Urania Planetarium
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Cosmic Wednesday at the Urania Planetarium: Mars Research Up Close
On November 11, 2026, the URANIA Planetarium Potsdam invites you to an evening that combines science, space travel, and impressive live lecture atmosphere. Under the dome, we will explore the South Pole of Mars, where carbon dioxide geysers and mysterious geological spiders occur. The lecture starts at 6:00 PM and is aimed at everyone who wants to experience in-depth astronomy and planetary science topics in a special event atmosphere. ([urania-planetarium.de](https://www.urania-planetarium.de/verzeichnis/mandat.php?kategorie=1350&mandat=3229))
Fascinating Mars Processes Under the Dome
Every spring at the Martian South Pole, a spectacular dynamics unfolds: CO₂ geysers penetrate the seasonal ice layer and eject dark material onto the bright surface. The lecture explains the physical processes behind this phenomenon and shows why there is no direct counterpart on Earth. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/event/kosmischer-mittwoch-kohlendioxid-geysire-und-geologische-spinnen-am-suedpol-des-mars))
Citizen Science and Current Planetology
Especially exciting: The research is highlighted through Citizen Science, with the support of a large international community of volunteers. Thus, the evening combines scientific expertise with a well-understood audience communication and makes clear how modern research works today. Dr. Michael Aye from FU Berlin will lead through the topic as a planetary scientist. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/event/kosmischer-mittwoch-kohlendioxid-geysire-und-geologische-spinnen-am-suedpol-des-mars))
A Place for Knowledge Evenings with Atmosphere
The URANIA Planetarium Potsdam is known as a location for public events and offers an air-conditioned dome as well as online reservation for public events. The address at Gutenbergstr. 71-72 in the heart of Potsdam makes the journey well-planned. For the evening, the combination of lecture, planetarium, and scientific presentation contributes to a particularly dense event experience. ([urania-planetarium.de](https://www.urania-planetarium.de/?utm_source=openai))
Those interested in Mars research, geology, and the great questions of astronomy will experience an informative evening with a strong focus on images and knowledge here. The visit is worthwhile for the curious, science fans, and anyone who wants to discover Potsdam's cultural and educational offerings live. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/event/kosmischer-mittwoch-kohlendioxid-geysire-und-geologische-spinnen-am-suedpol-des-mars))
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