Nobel Laureate Assembly for the Prevention of Nuclear War
July 16 @ 2:20 pm - 5:00 pm CDT
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At a time when the risk of nuclear war is increasing, actions to prevent nuclear war are vital to humanity’s future. Coinciding with the 80th anniversary of the Trinity Test and the dawn of the nuclear age, the Assembly will gather Nobel Laureates and nuclear experts to discuss and debate current and future nuclear challenges. The assembly will produce and endorse a list of actionable recommendations for preventing nuclear war aimed at leaders and policy makers around the world.
Schedule
Join us for this virtual press conference on July 16th
2:20 – 2:30 | MOMENT OF SILENCE
A moment of silence for the victims of nuclear weapons
2:30 – 3:30 | KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Remembering the Trinity Test on its 80th Anniversary. Remarks on the Trinity Test, the legacy of explosive nuclear testing, and the threat of its return.
3:30 – 4:00 | PRESENTATION AND SIGNING OF DECLARATION
Participants sign the Declaration
4:00 – 5:00 | DECLARATION RELEASE AND PRESS CONFERENCE
Members of the Assembly present the Declaration and take questions from the press. David Gross and Owen Gaffney will provide brief closing remarks.
Livestream link will be available on the site.
Sponsors:
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists; Hewlett Foundation; Pugwash; University of Chicago Existential Risk Laboratory; Outrider; University of Chicago; the Nobel Prize Organisation