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Live ScienceJoin Chabot Science Educators for a fun and interactive science experiment! Together, we will investigate and observe a phenomenon of science through a captivating demonstration.We’ll ask for observations and explanations of what YOU think is happening before revealing the science behind it. Then, we’ll end with a live Q&A for ...
Lauren Sallan, University of Pennsylvania, is a ‘next generation’ paleobiologist and ichthyologist applying cutting-edge developments in ‘Big Data’ analytics to reveal how evolution happens at the largest scales (macroevolution). Lauren uses the vast fossil record of fishes as a deep time database to determine why some species persist and diversify while others die ...
How do scientists go from OMG to PhD? How do they turn their passion for science into their profession? What advice do they have for future scientists?If you are a 5th-12th grade student, undergraduate, teacher or parent, join us to ask these questions and more in a Q&A sessionParents must give ...
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Mediation of trophic cascades by anti-predatory responses - LivestreamTrophic cascades, the positive indirect effect predators have on the basal resource, are a key component of predator-prey interactions. The strength of trophic cascades is determined by both the predators’ consumption of prey and the extent to which predators induce an anti-predatory response in prey - colloquially termed a ‘fear ...
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Combatting Misinformation by Introducing Peer-Reviewed Journals into the Science Classroom - LivestreamIn an age of misinformation, it is essential that students develop the scientific literacy and critical thinking necessary to discriminate between science and pseudoscience. Peer-reviewed journals are the most reliable source of information but are often full of intimidating jargon and have limited accessibility, while misinformation is generally free and ...
Preventing catastrophic climate change will require a rapid shift to transportation powered by clean electricity, and shared vehicle services (including taxis and ride-sourcing) can serve as a crucial beachhead market for battery electric vehicles. In this talk, Gordon will present his research on how to electrify these services, including infrastructure ...
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Meta-skills for Data ScientistsThe talk will cover meta-skills for data scientists to include methods to identify and mitigate bias, as well as strategies to improve cognitive performance.Agenda:4:50 pm - 5:00 pm Arrival and socializing5:00 pm - 5:10 pm Opening5:10 pm - 6:50 pm Wes Barlow, "Meta-skills for Data Scientists"6:50 pm - 7:00 pm ...
Come be in your elements with Exploratorium host and scientific raconteur Ron Hipschman - follow tales of intrigue and invention, join in dynamic demonstrations, and uncover fascinating connections between individual elements and our collective human experience.Not named after the subcontinent of India, but rather for the bright blue-violet (that is, indigo) light emitted ...
