Electronic Interfaces for Bacteria-Based BiosensingIn this talk, I will present our work to co-opt the natural detection capabilities of bacteria for hybrid biosensing platforms. We will cover the following techniques: (i) embedding current-producing bacteria inside a conductive polymer matrix to enhance current generation in a microbial electrochemical system; (ii) observing large numbers of chemotactic ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
California TypewriterCalifornia Typewriter is a documentary portrait of artists, writers, and collectors who remain steadfastly loyal to the typewriter as a tool and muse, featuring Tom Hanks, John Mayer, David McCullough, Sam Shepard, and others. It also movingly documents the struggles of California Typewriter, one of the last standing repair shops ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost:
Hardcore Natural History: From Chautauqua to SteinbeckThis is a story of immigration of people to America seeking a better life and a place to call home. It is a story about John Steinbeck’s maternal ancestors, the Hamilton family; his grandfather Samuel, great aunt Mary and great uncle Robert Hamilton, the three of whom emigrated from Ireland ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: $10 General, $5 Member, $15 all at door
Green Friday: Tales of BeesCalifornia is home to many species of native bees as well as introduced species such as the European honey bee. They are amazing creatures and important pollinators in natural, agricultural and urban landscapes. Dr. Hafernik will introduce the natural history of bee species in the Bay Area and discuss threats ...
