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CHIME - the Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment - Livestream> The Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME) is an ambitious project to study Dark Energy by tracing out 4 billion years of cosmic history, using a purpose-built radio telescope at the Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory (DRAO) in B.C.’s Okanagan Valley. Subsequent extensions simultaneously probe the high-cadence time-domain radio sky, ...
Mammoth Biosciences, a CRISPR startup spun out of UC Berkeley, took a unique approach, initially focusing only on diagnostics, and employing the DNA and RNA-cutting proteins Cas12 and Cas13 instead of the better-known Cas9. With a recent $45 million Series B round, Mammoth is doubling down on diagnostics while also ...
In her virtual presentation, Dr. Forsberg will provide insights into the current status on stem cell-based therapies to treat human disease. What types of stem cells are approved for use in the clinic, what stem cells are under investigation in clinical trials, and which disorders do we know how to ...
Where: Cost: Free
The Future of Public Transit after COVID-19 - LivestreamThe Bay Area's public transit systems have been gutted by the COVID-19 pandemic, both in terms of numbers of riders and the funding that is dependent on that ridership. Where does the region's transit network stand today, and what measures are being taken to prioritize the safety of riders and operators? ...
Where: Cost: Free
What Developers need to know about building skills for Amazon AlexaIn this session you will learn 3 secrets to building highly engaged skills for Amazon Alexa. We will cover design, implementation and marketing.5:00 pm - 5:10 pm Opening5:10 pm - 6:50 pm Noelle Silver, "What Developers need to know about building skills for Amazon Alexa"6:50 pm - 7:00 pm Q&ASpeaker: ...
Fungi receive little attention in mainstream media, but these organisms have an enormous impact on ecosystems and on the production of food and pharmaceuticals. As decomposers, fungi recycle nutrients and are key contributors to the global carbon cycle. David Hibbett will examine the diversity of fungal decay mechanisms and how ...
Where: Cost: Free
NightSchool: A Virtual Tour of the UniverseEnjoy an update on the universe as we bring the planetarium dome into your home with Ryan Wyatt, Senior Director of the Morrison Planetarium.
Since 1997 Golden Gate Audubon has partnered with the Port of San Francisco to enhance shoreline wildlife habitat at Pier 94, located along the south eastern bay shoreline, on property owned and operated by the Port of San Francisco. After completing successful wetland and beach enhancement projects, in 2013 Golden ...
