Exploring the Mysterious Origins of Super-Earths and Mini-NeptunesNearly a decade has passed since the discovery that planets with sizes intermediate between that of the Earth and Neptune (“super-Earths” or “mini-Neptunes”, depending on their densities) dominate the observed population of close-in exoplanets. These planets have no solar system analogue, yet 30% of Sun-like stars appear to have at ...
Warming ocean temperatures, ocean acidification, and coral disease are negatively impacting corals worldwide at an ever-increasing rate. The Florida Reef System is the largest coral reef ecosystem in the continental U.S. Kayla will discuss the importance of coral reefs, the threats these reefs face, coral monitoring programs at Dry Tortugas ...
Where: Point Reyes StationCost: Free
New approaches for uncovering the role of energy metabolism in health and diseaseOver the last century, many studies have demonstrated that calorie restriction (i.e. decreased food intake) and exercise cause lifespan extension in model organisms and decrease human mortality from age-associated diseases. Many physiological changes in response to calorie restriction and exercise have been identified, however, it is still unknown which specific ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Protoplanets and Protoplanetary DisksBased on the existence of our solar system, and thousands of known exoplanets, we know that planets form. While theories have been developed to explain the demographics of these known planets, we have few direct constraints on the physical processes involved in planet formation. I will describe two approaches to ...
More Than Rocket Science: STEM Education and Foundational BarriersIt is no secret that STEM education is a key component of both academic and professional success. While many schools have implemented new programming to address the need for a shift in focus, schools in lower socio-economic areas often struggle with funding to address the foundational skills needed to grow ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
After Dark: Throwback ThursdayWe’re celebrating the Exploratorium’s 50th birthday, and you’re invited! At After Dark, we’re throwing it back to 1969, musing on the cultural environment from which the museum rose, and considering how that time period resonantes with the past and maybe impacts the future. From the first person on the moon ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, $14.95 Daytime Members
Bean and Berry NightLifeUnlock the mysteries of terroir with a night of sipping, smelling, and exploring the science of coffee and wine. Join us for short talks, demos, and displays by local roasters, winemakers, chemists, and environmental scientists - by the end of the night, you’ll be well on your way to becoming ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General, $12 Members
Cafe InquiryCenter for Inquiry San Francisco's monthly get together to talk about whatever interests us.
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Astronomy on Tap Santa Cruz #13 - Using Stars to Study the Cosmos on Scales Large and SmallWhile stars are fascinating in their own right, stars can also be powerful probes of other astrophysical objects. Emily Cunningham will discuss how we study stars as pieces of galaxies. She will explain how we measure and use the motions of stars in the Milky Way to map the structure ...
