Two Astrophysics LecturesUnderstanding the Photoelectric Cross Section in Silicon and Germanium: Implications for Dark Photon SearchesSpeaker: Matthew Wilson, Univ. of TorontoUpdates on Delensing of CMB B-modesSpeaker: Kimmy Wu, KICP
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
A Passion for Fish: Science and Art Come TogetherChristopher M. Dewees presents “A Passion for Fish: Science and Art Come Together†and discusses his book, A Life Among Fishes: The Art of Gyotaku, sharing a half-century of printing fish and shellfish to full color. We will follow Chris’s evolution in gyotaku as a graduate student, to his status ...
Where: Bodega BayCost: Free
First Friday Family Night at CuriOdysseyFamilies with small children can swing into the weekend with music, science, food and fun! On the first Friday of every month, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey. Dance to live music including soul, funk and jazz of the 60’s and 70’s. Purchase ...
Where: San MateoCost: $12.50-9.50 / Free with Admission / Members Free
Future Fridays: Crossing the Final Frontier: Space Exploration, Biology, and HealthRyan Scott, M.A. is a contractor support Scientist on the Rodent Research Project at NASA Ames Research Center. The NASA Rodent Research Project provides a research platform aboard the International Space Station for long-duration rodent experiments in space. The experiments examine how microgravity affects mice, providing information relevant to human ...
Where: OaklandCost: $26 General, $23 Members, $30 at door
In a consulting environment emphasis is often on performing work rapidly or providing analysis of a large portfolio of assets in a limited time frame. The challenge is to develop techniques to perform work quickly but also to provide technically sound and useful results. This talk highlights innovative techniques and ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Another Pale Blue Dot: The SETI Institute’s Search for ExoplanetsIn only two decades, we‘ve gone from the mere speculation about planets beyond our solar system (exoplanets) to being able to observe them through a variety of methods. Dr. Franck Marchis, Planetary Astronomer and chair of the exoplanet group at the SETI Institute will discuss new and sophisticated projects which ...
Where: San MateoCost: Free
Astronomy 101: Sights of the Cosmos, Intro to AstronomyThis event provides a different introduction to astronomy than our Intro to the Night Sky talks. During this hour, you'll gain an appreciation for the size and scale of the cosmos and our place within it. You'll see many examples of the beautiful objects visible in the night sky, learn ...
Charlie is a brilliant scientist whose life is upended when she is diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disease that leaves her stuttering, shaking, and forgetful. Selflessly, Charlie's wife, Maggie, plunges into her new role as caretaker, and over the years both settle into their new identities. When Charlie finds out about ...
Where: Stanford UniversityCost: $5 students, $20 advance, $25 at the door
