California's Water FutureHow should California manage its water in the future and which incentives will motivate the biggest changes in conservation and agricultural efficiency? Which water policies and practices have backfired? Join water economist David Zetland for a fresh perspective on how we can manage our most precious resource in the 21st ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $8 Members, $7 Students
Dispersal of Protoplanetary DisksProtoplanetary disks originate during star formation and evolve rapidly, to form planetary systems before they disperse in a few million years. Dr. Gorti will describe disk evolution and discuss disk dispersal mechanisms in the context of recent theoretical models. Theory will be compared with observations to summarize our current understanding ...
Over the next 10 years, personal robots (as opposed to industrial robots) have the potential to improve people's lives by taking automation to a new level. Like personal computers of 30 years ago, the personal robotics industry will take off and become an economic engine. But robotics is a complex, ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Frailty, thy Name is Not Always Woman: Health and Disease of Women in the PastThe unique nature of the human skeleton as a product of both tissue level bone biology as well as behavior over the life course, provides bioarchaeologists with a powerful perspective on the construction of gendered identity in past populations. Variation or changes in bone morphology observed on the skeleton have ...
Mountain lions have recently been seen at sites in the Golden Gate National Parks-Milagra Ridge, Mori Point, Rancho Corral de Tierra-and San Pedro Valley County Park.Please join mountain lion expert Zara McDonald of Felidae (www.felidaefund.org) as she discusses mountain lion ecology and how to safely coexist with these important parts ...
Where: PacificaCost: Free
February LASER Event6:45pm-7pm: Socializing/networking.7pm - 7:25pm: Daniel Small and Luca Antonucci on "First Light"The Hubble Ultra Deep Field imaging system unveiled the deepest portrait of the visible universe ever achieved by humankind that reveals the first light from 13.5 billion years ago.7:25-7:50pm: Anne Fougeron (Architect) on "City of the Future"As of 2008 ...
All animals live in close contact with microorganisms of all sorts. These microorganisms depend on animals for food, shelter, places to reproduce, etc... These microbes' lives are thus affected by ways in which the animal behaves, and many of these microbes have evolved ways to ensure that their hosts behave ...
Where: AlbanyCost: Free
Sleep: How Much Do We Need? How Do We Get What We Need?Dr. Allison Harvey is a faculty member of the UC Berkeley Department of Psychology and Director of the Golden Bear Sleep and Mood Research Clinic. Her research focuses on the relationship between sleep and mood, and on treatments to improve sleep in adolescents and adults.
Where: El CerritoCost: Free
29th Annual Bunyan LectureProf. Andrea Ghez of UCLA will give the annual Bunyan lecture. Prof. Ghez's research is focused on using and developing high spatial resolution imaging techniques to study star formation and investigating the proposed massive black hole at the center of our Galaxy.
STEAM Colloquium: Full STEAM AheadThe Contra Costa COunty Office of Education and Chevron are proud to present the 2nd Annual STEAM Colloquium, a forum to discuss and share best practices in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education. Registration is open to the public. Please check out http://cocoschools.org/edsvcs/steam_colloquium.html for more information.The goals of the STEAM ...
Where: ConcordCost: $25.00
Insects, Spiders, and Other Arthropods!They're not just "bugs," they're amazing animals! Learn about arthropod structure, function, and life cycles; emphasis is on insects and differences between arthropod groups. Touch and examine YSI's live, not-so-creepy crawly animals. Grades: PreK-8th. Attendance is limited to the first 30 children.
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Younger Lagoon Reserve TourExperience the wildlife and natural beauty that make Younger Lagoon an exceptional local treasure on this docent-led tour to the lagoon and its beach habitat. Learn about the ongoing research and habitat restoration work that help this vital ecosystem thrive. Tour includes a short hike and is best suited for ...
Making the Health Care System Work for You and Your FamilyThis lecture and panel discussion covers some of the general trends that patients- as wellas those who will be advocating for them either as family members, paraprofessionals or professional health advocates-need to know as they negotiate an increasingly complex health care system in the United States. Learn how you and ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Green Home Remodeling – One Room at a TimeWhatever your reasons for remodeling, it makes good sense to use a green approach. The rewards of green remodeling are tangible. You'll reduce your energy and water bills, save on materials and maintenance costs, improve the comfort of your home, and eliminate harmful toxins. Whether you're planning a major remodel, or ...
What do you heart? Bring your objects of desire (or despair) and collaborate on a chain reaction of whimsical "love machines." Take inspiration from artworks such as Daluvamacheen, a giant mechanical sculpture by The Crucible's founder, Michael Sturtz, as well as other lighthearted presentations and activities.18 and older.
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General, Free for Members
Cafe InquiryMeet up with rationalists, skeptics, and freethinkers south of San Francisco.Cafe Inquiry is a social event hosted by the Center for Inquiry|San Francisco. We'll meet at Café Borrone http://www.cafeborrone.com/ between Kepler's Books and the British Banker's Club!
Artificial Photosynthesis: A Photovoltaic PerspectiveA practical method to use sunlight to generate liquid transportation fuels would be a carbon-neutral energy source which could dramatically change the landscape of global energy generation. The fundamental steps involved in developing such an "artificial photosynthesis" scheme will be discussed, along with the scientific barriers which have prevented development ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Moonlight HikeHike through the redwoods in twilight and moonlight on a moderately strenuous 4-5 mi hike. Hikes are led by an experienced Chabot educator and feature discussions about the natural environment and events and objects in the sky. After the hike, stay and view the night sky through Chabot's telescopes (weather ...
Where: OaklandCost: $7
The California Serengeti: San Francisco Bay Area 15,000 years agoSenior State of California Archeologist Breck Parkman will share stories of a time when Sonoma County was home to mastodons and had a community of animals that rivaled today's Serengeti. This free talk will be at Dwight Center for Conservation Science. Light refreshments will be served at a 6:00 pm ...
The new Kepler spaceborn telescope is hunting for Earth-size planets, with hundreds in its sights. Kepler has already found definitively rocky planets, like Earth, and is now hunting for habitable ones. This talk will present up-to-the-minute results from the Kepler Team. Biologists are working with astronomers to assess the ...
Where: San MateoCost: Free
Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!Foothill Observatory Friday Evening ProgramCome to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory's new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views ...
Where: Los Altos HillsCost:
Saturday, 02/04/12
Año Nuevo State Reserve Elephant Seal WalkAño Nuevo State Reserve is the site of the largest mainland breeding colony in the world for the northern elephant seal. Docents from the State Reserve and MSI will lead a fun and entertaining 2.5-hour interpretive hike. See this once-a-year spectacle as the males battle for mates on the beaches ...
Where: PescaderoCost: $20 General, $10 members, Under 3 free
Observe migratory and wintering shorebirds, ducks, and waders, and learn about their unique adaptations as we walk the trails surrounding this Petaluma wetland – the site of PRBO's San Francisco Bay Research Center & Headquarters. DIRECTIONS: Take Lakeville exit off Hwy 101; follow Lakeville eastbound and turn right on S. ...
Where: Cost: $10 Donation, Free for members
Powered By The SunRecently completed renovations on the Bay Model and visitor center through the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act have tapped into the power of the sun. Come learn about the solar power generation system consisting of 2,492 solar panels installed on the roof to take the Bay Model off the power ...
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Creek Walk to See Spawning Coho SalmonJoin Salmon Protection and Watershed Network (SPAWN) naturalists on a creek walk to see endangered spawning Coho Salmon! See these beautiful fish on their a herculean effort to travel from the ocean into fresh water and admire the plants and animals in the Lagunitas Watershed that help to support the ...
Where: West Marin CountyCost: $10 Adults, $4 Kids, Members Free
Green Home Remodeling – One Room at a TimeWhatever your reasons for remodeling, it makes good sense to use a green approach. The rewards of green remodeling are tangible. You'll reduce your energy and water bills, save on materials and maintenance costs, improve the comfort of your home, and eliminate harmful toxins. Whether you're planning a major remodel, or ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
To Bond or Not to Bond - A Chemistry Photo Scavenger HuntBring a camera and a team in this Valentine's Day inspired scavenger hunt that will have you chasing chemistry bonding concepts. A great tool for teachers to use in their classrooms, parents to use with their kids and anyone interested in fun science. Don't have a team? We'll match you ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: 2.00
Trout in the Classroom & the Run of SalmonIf your class is engaged in Trout in the Classroom project, the Bay Model is an excellent place to learn about the migration of the fish once they return to the wild. Find out where the problems are as we recreate the migratory path of the fish and the pitfalls ...
Celebrate Valentine's Day, by exploring the real mysteries of the heart. Educators lead you through a hands on dissection of a pig or cow heart and other investigations focusing on the functions of the heart. Workshop features one of the activities from our award-winning_ Exploratopia and uses the "Tools for ...
Conservation Photography Workshop: Focused on ConservationWhether it's through a collaborative effort that involves photographers, scientists and non-profit organizations or individual exploration of the natural world with just you and your camera, there are many opportunities to get involved with conservation efforts for your favorite habitats, wild sanctuaries or most beloved wild animals. Join photographer Gary ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $50 General, $40 Members
Free Sunday at the California Academy of SciencesMuseum Free DaysFree Day ChangesThe Academy is changing its free day policy to target more working families, who were previously unable to come on the Wednesday free days. We hope that this change to weekend dates will allow a wider range of people to attend.Starting in 2012, the Academy's monthly ...
Where: San FranciscoCost:
Monday, 02/06/12
Extreme making, building, and designing: a future for schools?Professor Blikstein will discuss the current shortcomings of most of the current reform efforts in our schools, including online learning, videos, virtual labs, and games, and present a new experience that we are taking to K12 schools – the FabLab@School Project – which is taking 3D printers, laser cutters, and ...
State-owned oil and natural gas companies, such as Saudi Aramco, Petróleos de Venezuela and China National Petroleum Corp., own 73 percent of the world's oil reserves and 68 percent of its natural gas. They bankroll governments across the globe. Although national oil companies superficially resemble private-sector companies, they often behave ...
Butterflies 101"Butterflies 101" for the San Francisco Bay Area. San Francisco butterfly biologist Liam O'Brien speaks and shows slides on the fascinating variety of Bay Area butterflies, as well as his project to save the rare Green Hairstreak butterfly
Where: AlbanyCost: Free
Introduction & Overview of SLC NAND in Embedded Applications Over the years, Flash requirements in the embedded space have evolved - from Parallel NOR to Serial NOR interface, from 3V to low voltage products to keep up with low power consumption requirements. Today, as embedded applications become increasingly complex, the flash density requirements have grown as well. System designers ...
As SOFIA Science Mission Operations Director, Young directs, supervises, and provides technical and management guidance for the combined Universities Space Research Association (USRA) and Deutsches SOFIA Institute (DSI) staff. He also manages the airborne observatory's equipment, instruments, support facilities, and infrastructure. SOFIA is a highly modified Boeing 747SP airplane that ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $12 General, $10 Seniors, $6 Members
Through Aging Matters, Mahakian's basic principles of care involve promoting self-esteem and independence above all. She will discuss how to help promote emotional well-being of older persons with memory impairment through self-empowerment and validation. Murphy will introduce the life journal to develop and use when caring for seniors with Alzheimer's ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $8 Members, $7 Students
Adventure Ocean Quest - Tiburon International Film FestivalOne of the great challenges we face in exploring the oceans is to get close to marine life without disturbing it. Enter free diver Frederic Buyle, whose noiseless diving lets him approach even shy animals. Buyle, who can descend 50 meters on a single breath and stay there for up ...
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
San Francisco Math Circle Teachers' CirclePlease join us for the next SFMC Teachers' Circle with speaker Matthias Beck on. The topic for the evening will be Two-Stacks-of-Cards Derangements.Matthias's research is in discrete & computational geometry and analytic number theory. He is interested in lattice-point enumeration problems for polyhedra, which give rise to a rich interplay of geometry, ...
