Liquid Water, Life on Mars – The University of Manitoba Opens Its Doors to Space – Winnipeg

The University of Manitoba encourages residents to explore galaxies far, far away.

The U of M is holding monthly open houses at the Lockhart Planetarium of the Fort Garry campus to explore the hot topics of outer space. 19659003] "Researchers or graduate students of the University will present a topic, then answer questions and if the night is clear, we will use the telescopes to observe," said Danielle Pahud, professor of physics and physics. astronomy at the University of Manitoba. The subject that has always been raised is the exploration of Mars. Pahud said the recent major discovery on Mars is a huge development.

"We know that there has been water on Mars for a while.There is some geological evidence that Mars was in the habit of having water. And now, we have found that there is still liquid water on Mars, "she said. "It's something we've been looking for for decades."

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Pahud says that liquid water raises a big question.

"We need water to form life, so if life has existed on Mars is still a burning issue, especially with discussions exploring Mars in the future. It's really exciting. "

Instructors and students are looking forward to answering questions on everything related to astronomy.

The next open house, August 29, will explore the history of the Moon.

WATCH: An astronomy / physics instructor at the University of Manitoba talks about Moons, March, and monthly open houses with Global News Morning