From Rooftops to Space: The New Era of Solar Cells

Presented by Tara P. Dhakal, PhD Professor, Dept. of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Binghamton University

June 19 at 8:30 pm

Solar cells have evolved from traditional silicon panels on rooftops to new technologies like lightweight and flexible perovskite solar cells. This talk will explain how solar cells turn sunlight into electricity and explore how advances in materials and manufacturing are making solar energy more powerful, affordable, and useful in applications ranging from homes to space Read More ...

For the 34th summer, the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center in Vestal, NY is offering weeklong camps for students entering grades 2-12for the 2026/27 school year. Sponsored by the Link Foundation, in memory of inventor/explorer Edwin A. Link, the Link Summer STEM Exploration (LSSE) camps offer hands-on, high-tech adventures in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in a fun and nurturing environment. Camps run Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Early drop-off and late pick-up options are available.