Claudio Maccone and Stephane Dumas have developed new techniques that could be used in the task of analyzing possible SETI signals in a mathematical fashion. Claudio and Stephane will talk about the new ideas in the book 'Mathematical SETI' published in 2012. This book is intended for University-level courses on ...
Do cyanobacteria use iron for photosynthesis? Dr. Parenteau will speak about her research into the origins of photosynthesis and how this might relate to ancient banded iron formations formed during the great oxidation event. Banded Iron Formations (BIFs) are widespread Precambrian sedimentary deposits that accumulated in deep ocean basins with inputs of reduced iron and silica ...
Major attention is being devoted to issues of digital divides and educational inequalities as nations and states design and implement strategies for K-12 technology-enhanced learning in an increasingly networked world. What approaches to tackling these issues are being attempted in the United States and around the globe, and what is ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Chenming Hu - Microchips in Electronics: Can They Continue to Do More for and with Less?A single cellphone today has more computing power than all the computers in the world combined had before semiconductor chips were part of the equation. Mounting evidence shows that the rapid movement of integrated circuits' cost and power will plateau. When and why might it happen and what are technologists ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 standard, $8 members, $7 students
Breaking Trail: Mountains and MoleculesArlene Blum, author of Breaking Trail: A Climbing Life and Annapurna: A Woman's Place will share dramatic photos and stories from her historic mountaineering expeditions as well as her work with the Green Science Policy Institute protecting our health and environment from toxic chemicals in consumer products.
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Audiophiles in the digital age – A dying breed of keepers of the flame?Like most artists, musicians and voice artists have a particular concept for the sound and message they produce. As a result, there are literally hundreds of different microphones on the market with different sound attributes and tones, which makes selection of the right tool to realize their concept a challenge. ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: General $10, Members Free advance, $5 at door
Imagine a world in which nothing goes into a landfill or an incinerator, one where all of our discarded materials become resources for others to use. It may sound impossible, but Zero Waste proponents disagree. Across the nation, policymakers, business leaders and individuals are reinventing their relationship to waste in ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $10 General, Free Members, $5 Students
Astronomy Lecture April 23, With Speaker: Dr. Matt FillinghimPlease join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for our general meeting. Our monthly meetings begin with a short "What's Up" presented by one of our members followed by a speaker. This month's speaker is – Dr. Matt Fillinghim, SSL Berkeley, Title: "Mars"There is no fee for visitors but we appreciate a donation for light ...
Where: Walnut CreekCost: Free
MarsMount Diablo Astronomical Society general meeting.Speaker: Dr. Matt Fillinghim, SSL Berkeley
Where: Walnut CreekCost: Free
Free Day at National ParksIn celebration of National Park Week, admission to all US National Parks is free this week.
