Dr. Carlos Maltzahn is Associate Adjunct Professor of Computer Science at the University of California, Santa Cruz. He is also Director of the UCSC Systems Research Laboratory, co-founder and Associate Director of the UCSC/Los Alamos Institute for Scalable Scientific Data Management. Dr. Maltzahn's research is in the area of Computer ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
The Evolution of Terrestrial and Extraterrestrial Life: A Theological Assessment- RESCHEDULEDThe set of assumptions that generates progressive research programs associated with the search for extra-terrestrial life--especially intelligent life--constitute a myth-like picture of reality.Specifically, the set of assumptions frequently include (1) placing the origin of life within the theory of evolution [Darwinian evolution describes speciation, not the origin of life]; (2) ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Real-time Auralization for Virtual Environments - An Overview of RWTH's Virtual Reality SystemThis talk gives an overview on the acoustics aspects of this virtual reality system. This includes the simulation of room acoustics, sound reproduction to the user and the required signal processing. The real-time auralization engine enables a physically accurate simulation of sound propagation, including important wave effects such as sound ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Going beyond the FPGA with Spacetime The idea of dynamically reconfiguring programmable devices fascinated Turing in the 1930's. In the early 90's, DeHon pioneered dynamic reconfiguration within FPGAs, but neither his nor numerous subsequent efforts, both academic and industrial, resulted in a useful and usable product. Over the last several years, we have significantly advanced the ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Game Changers: Mark Cerny with EA's Rich HillemanMark Cerny is one of gaming's most influential designers, a true "game changer." He's received the International Game Developers Association's Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as been inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences' Hall of Fame. Mark Cerny joined Atari at the age of 17, and has ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Climate Action 2050: What's Really Needed to Achieve Local and State GoalsAs a community and as a state, we have ambitious targets for reducing the emissions that cause global warming. But what will it actually take to achieve those targets? What strategies and actions will make the biggest differences? What role must our community play? Join climate change leaders Timothy ...
Redwoods have inhabited Earth for well over 100 million years and have experienced a great deal of climatic change during their long history. Coast redwood in particular was once much more widespread but as global climate changed, its ecological range contracted to a narrow band along the California coast defined ...
Where: AlbanyCost: Free
Programming in HTMLSilicon Valley CoderDojo is a FREE programming clubs for kids, ages 8-17! New attendees and all programming experience levels are welcome anytime!Due to space limitations, tickts are required for each event. Sign up at EventbriteNOTE: Even if the event is listed as "sold out", please add your name to the wait ...
Many more children are diagnosed with autism today compared to 3-4 decades ago. Some of this difference reflects changing use of diagnostic terminology for more severe cases with low IQ and some is the tendency to make a diagnosis in individuals with milder behavioral symptoms. But there may be a ...
Where: San FranciscoCost:
The Mystery of Bird SongHow do birds learn to sing such beautiful songs? Why do they produce so many different types of vocalizations? California naturalist and author David Lukas will help answer some of these questions and share his insights into the magical world of bird song-from the ways we study bird song, to ...
