Social Media Kit

Core message

The inaugural Schmidt Observatory System Science Symposium brings together astronomers, instrumentalists, data scientists, and observatory teams from around the world in Florence, November 3–5, 2026. Over three days, participants will explore the capabilities of the four Schmidt Observatories, develop ambitious new science ideas and collaborations, and help shape how the astronomical community will use #TSOS in the years ahead.

Key materials

• Download press & social media assets →
• The Eric and Wendy Schmidt Observatory System →
• Virtual participation: watch the plenary sessions live on Zoom →

Tag Schmidt Sciences

We appreciate you tagging us in your posts about the symposium. Please use the account tag for each platform, and the hashtag #TSOS.

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For attendees

Suggested language to share before and during the symposium, with a graphic to attach.

Before the symposium

Looking forward to the inaugural Schmidt Observatory System Science Symposium in Florence, November 3–5! Excited to explore the science opportunities emerging from four new observatories and connect with researchers thinking about what we can do with them. #TSOS

At the symposium

In Florence for the Schmidt Observatory System Science Symposium, where astronomers from around the world are coming together to explore new science opportunities across four complementary observatories. Looking forward to the discussions, new ideas, and collaborations ahead! #TSOS

For speakers

Personalize [TOPIC], [TALK TITLE], [DATE], and [TIME] before posting. Times should be given in Florence time. Only plenary sessions are streamed on Zoom, so use the two Zoom posts below only if your talk is in a plenary session.

Announce your talk

I'm looking forward to speaking at the inaugural Schmidt Observatory System Science Symposium in Florence, November 3–5! I'll be discussing [TOPIC] and joining colleagues to explore the new science opportunities enabled by the Schmidt Observatory System. #TSOS

Invite your network

Catch my talk, "[TALK TITLE]," on [DATE] at [TIME] Florence time, live on Zoom: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AoaTq1hyJsCUAnFURTxxleWlXdU1Aios4ecNdqrehh9ItYy3hLXC~AgkGjuJh1PmOnLxcrHMHhzNwpmuzHzfr_kL3A051fSV46yyZ_AU_M83w0w

Share the live link

I'll be speaking at the Schmidt Observatory System Science Symposium in Florence! Looking forward to sharing my work and connecting with colleagues. Watch my talk live on [DATE] at [TIME] Florence time: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AoaTq1hyJsCUAnFURTxxleWlXdU1Aios4ecNdqrehh9ItYy3hLXC~AgkGjuJh1PmOnLxcrHMHhzNwpmuzHzfr_kL3A051fSV46yyZ_AU_M83w0w #TSOS

For presenters

Replace [TOPIC] with your presentation or poster topic.

Presentation

I'll be presenting [TOPIC] at the inaugural Schmidt Observatory System Science Symposium in Florence, November 3–5. Looking forward to sharing ideas, exploring new opportunities across the Observatory System, and connecting with potential collaborators. #TSOS

Poster

I'll be presenting a poster on [TOPIC] at the Schmidt Observatory System Science Symposium in Florence. Looking forward to sharing our research and discussing it with colleagues! #TSOS

Media inquiries

Carlie Wiener, cwiener@schmidtsciences.org