Evolution of the Solar System Inferred from Sm-Nd Isotopic StudiesDr. Lars Borg has recently conducted high precision SmNd isotopic analyses of a suite of 11 Martian basaltic meteorites in order to better constrain the age of planetary core formation on Mars. Dr. Borg will show how these data can be used to evaluate the merits and disadvantages of various ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Getting Baked: Can Legalizing Pot Help Fight Climate Change?Growing pot indoors consumes large amounts of water and energy. Growing illegal weed outdoors often involves trespassing on national or state parks. Runoff from cannabis farms pollutes streams and ecosystems. Could legalizing marijuana in California result in more efficient harvesting that uses less water and results in less environmental destruction?California ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $12 Members, $7 Students
'Time to Choose'This documentary from Academy Award winner Charles Ferguson examines the power of climate solutions already available. Through interviews with world-renowned entrepreneurs, innovators and brave individuals living on the front lines of climate change, Ferguson takes an In-depth look at the remarkable people working to save our economy and planet.Post-screening conversation ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $12.50 Adult, $10.50 Senior and Child
Eureka! is an interactive science comedy show where audience members and comedians try to win prizes by answering the guest scientist's questions. June 14th we're featuring scientist, entrepreneur and biohacker Ryan Bethencourt who will be discussing applied biotechnology and the post-animal bioeconomy alongside guest comedians Kevin Whittinghill (SF Sketchfest), Natasha ...
