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Science Cafe – Social Perception of the Space Mission of Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski (USil)

Science Café – Social Perception of the Space Mission of Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Location: Multipurpose Hall – Humanities and Social Sciences District: Science Café Topic: Social Perception of the Space Mission of Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski Language of the meeting: English Main issues: – Recognition of symbols and emblems of space institutions and the space industry Analysis of public awareness regarding graphic signs, logos, and symbols used by space agencies, industry companies, and mission programs. The results will show how present these elements are in public consciousness and what meaning we assign to them. – Emotions accompanying different stages of Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski’s mission A study of emotional reactions during key moments of the flight—from preparations, through launch, time in orbit, to return. The analysis will help understand which phases evoke the greatest interest, pride, anxiety, or excitement. – Opinions about astronauts’ work and expectations for future missions Focus on psychological variables: how we perceive the role of astronauts, what expectations we have of them, and how we imagine the future of spaceflight and Poland’s participation in space exploration. – Attitudes toward science – values, trust, tradition Analysis of knowledge and attitudes toward science and technology: do we trust scientists, and what values do we attribute to science? After the presentation of research findings, there will be a moderated discussion with invited guests aimed at reviewing the conclusions and formulating practical recommendations for the future. Speakers: Łukasz Jach, Professor at the University of Silesia in Katowice – psychologist and sociologist from the University of Silesia in Katowice. Author of books and articles on attitudes toward science and its role in today’s world. Member of an interdisciplinary team studying opinions among Poles about space flights and space research, as well as the psychological contexts related to these opinions. Additionally, a fan of fantasy and science-fiction literature. Among books about space, the trilogy by Cixin Liu made the greatest impression on him. Pedro Rodrigues Ribeiro – research scholar at the Human Neurobehavioral Laboratory (HNL) at Universidade Católica Portuguesa. He holds a BEng in Biomedical Engineering from Middlesex University London and an MSc in Biomedical Engineering from Universidade Católica Portuguesa. His research spans human behavior and decision-making, EEG and fNIRS methodologies, Brain–Computer Interfaces, and Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience. Jan Świerkowski – Polish artist, curator, cultural researcher and astronomer. He is the founder and curator of the international art and science collective Instytut B61. In 2023, Świerkowski received a PhD in cultural studies through a joint program at Universidade Católica Portuguesa and the University of Copenhagen, furthering his interdisciplinary research at the intersection of art, science, and culture. In 2024 he became a member of the MBA in Art Innovation program held by the Global Leaders Institute. Moderator: Jacek Nowak - Director for Industry Cooperation, University of Silesia in Katowice.