Actively Engaging Lunar Enthusiasts
Welcome to the Moon Society’s Mare Cognitum Virtual Chapter—our thriving online hub for
lunar enthusiasts worldwide. Named after the lunar mare “Mare Cognitum” (Latin for “the Sea
that has Become Known”), this chapter embodies our mission to expand knowledge and foster
community around lunar exploration and settlement.
About Mare Cognitum
Mare Cognitum is a basaltic plain located on the Moon’s near side, just south of the equator. It
holds historical significance as the impact site of NASA’s Ranger 7 mission in 1964, which
transmitted the first close-up images of the lunar surface. This achievement marked a pivotal
moment in lunar exploration, leading to the naming of the region as Mare Cognitum. Cambridge
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Join Our Monthly Zoom Meetings
Our virtual chapter hosts monthly meetings via Zoom, featuring presentations from experts in
lunar science, engineering, and space policy. These sessions provide a platform for members to
exchange ideas, discuss recent developments, and collaborate on projects related to lunar
settlement.
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Meeting Details:
- Date & Time: Meeting Dates and Times will be posted in our Mare Cognitum Slack Channel. They also might be posted in our online calendar the Moon Society Almanac.
- Platform: Zoom (links can be found in our Mare Cognitum Slack Channel)
- Capacity: Limited to 100 participants;
- Recordings: Recordings might be available on our YouTube channel for later viewing. Recordings should be available in our Mare Cognitum Slack Channel.
Get Involved
We encourage all Moon Society members to actively participate in the Mare Cognitum Virtual
Chapter. Whether you’re interested in presenting, organizing events, or contributing to
discussions, there’s a place for you here.
Ways to contribute:
● Present a Topic: Share your research or insights on lunar-related subjects.
● Volunteer: Assist with event planning, outreach, or technical support.
● Engage: Participate in discussions and collaborative projects.
To get involved, please join our Slack community or contact us at info@moonsociety.org.
Upcoming Events
Stay tuned for announcements about our upcoming meetings and guest speakers. We are
committed to providing engaging and informative sessions that cater to a wide range of interests
within the lunar exploration community.
For more information about the Mare Cognitum Virtual Chapter and other Moon Society
initiatives, please visit our Community Page.
( Thank You Veronica_Chiaravalli for the images )