Charting The Infrared Universe
Celebrating George Helou's Contributions and Career
March 30, 2026 • Chen Neuroscience Research Building at Caltech
For more than three decades, George Helou has advanced our understanding of the universe through his research, advocacy for far-infrared astronomy, and directorship of IPAC. On March 30 2026, please join us on the Caltech campus as we celebrate George’s legacy and impact, and look toward the future of space-based astronomy.
This event will consist of a half-day of talks followed by a wine and cheese reception. For those unable to attend in person, the talks will also be streamed online.
Date: March 30, 2026
Venue: Chen 100
Event Time: 1:00pm-5:30pm
Confirmed Speakers: TBA
Scientific Organizing Committee:
- Lee Armus
- Tom Greene
Local Organizing Committee:
- Alice Hang