As part of our Cosmic Conversations series, we welcome Nicole Pothier McGillivray, Chief Engineer of Carrington Shield Strategies for an introduction to space weather, why it matters now more than ever, and how it’s studied in industry. Bring your questions for an interactive Q&A!
Nicole Potheir McGillivray specializes in spacecraft charged particle interactions (i.e. electrons, protons and heavy ions). With expertise in radiation effects and spacecraft charging, she's contributed to diverse platforms. Nicole holds degrees in Meteorology/Climatology, Planetary Science and Atmospheric, Oceanic and Space Science. She joined the industry in 2015 at Electro Magnetic Applications, Inc. (EMA), transitioning to roles at SEAKR Engineering, Inc., and Maxar Space Systems in 2018 and 2022, respectively. Nicole founded Carrington Shield Strategies, LLC (CSS) in 2024, for which she serves as the Owner and Chief Engineer. CSS was founded to provide the aerospace community at large with consulting services in the area of space environment effects. Thriving on challenges, Nicole passionately solves complex problems in the aerospace industry.
Reminder: Our Thursday evening programs continue throughout the year. Send an email to
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Two ways to join:
1) In-person at the Standley Lake Library (Aug. 7)
8485 Kipling St
Arvada CO 80005
Phone: (303) 235-5275
2) Virtually via Zoom, launch the meeting with this link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/98762823840?pwd=NWJ0Y3FMTnVZRGRxMmRZcHRkU2V5dz09
Families welcome. Hosted by Standley Lake Stargazing and Standley Lake Library
Send questions to
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Learn more at www.standleylakestargazing.com/programs
Visit the library at jeffcolibrary.org/locations/SL/
Also check out other Meetups in Arvada.
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