Light up the Sky: Space, Research, and Regional Collaboration with Dava Newman

Science, technology, and education are key to North America’s ability to compete and lead in a rapidly changing world. This panel featured Dr. Dava Newman, former NASA Deputy Administrator and Director of the MIT Media Lab, in conversation with the director of one of Mexico’s leading universities.

The discussion explored how innovation, space exploration, and academic collaboration can drive regional competitiveness, foster cutting-edge research, and prepare the next generation of leaders. Panelists highlighted opportunities for cross-border partnerships in science and education, demonstrating how collaborative efforts can position North America at the forefront of global discovery and technological advancement.

  • Dava Newman

    Apollo Program Professor of Astronautics
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    Harvard–MIT Health, Sciences, and Technology

  • Paulina Campos

    VP Campus, Mexico City
    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    MODERATOR