In his final book, the late Henry Kissinger joined forces with two leading technologists to mount “a profound exploration” (says Walter Isaacson) of the epochal challenges and opportunities presented by the revolution in artificial intelligence??"a breakthrough that they believe dramatically empowers people in all walks of life while also raising ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $40 General in person, $10 online, member discount
We live in times of increased distrust of science, which has real consequences in terms of people’s quality of life and health, not to mention, potentially, in terms of the very future of the human ecosystem. So this is surely not a good time to criticize science itself, right? Well, ...
Get ready for a dive into South America’s birdiest country! Together we’ll explore Colombia’s unique ecology, breathtaking scenery, and unparalleled avian diversity! Colombia holds the record with nearly 2,000 bird species and an impressive 80 endemics!During our time together, we’ll discuss what has given rise to such incredible diversity. Topics ...
Where: Cost: Free
Breathless: Catie and the RobotThis captivating duet created by dancer/choreographer/engineer Catie Cuan and artist/researcher Ken Goldberg pairs Cuan with an industrial robot arm for a dance performance that shows appreciation for the work performed by humans every day, and contrasts the the beauty, strength, and frailty of the human body with the relentless precision ...
Speaker: Franz Weber, University of PennsylvaniaAttend in person or click here for Zoom
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Geminids Meteor Shower - CANCELEDOur observation deck is the place to be dazzled and share a group experience full of “oohs and aahs” as we view the annual Geminids Meteor shower. Named for the radiant or location where the shower appears to originate, the Geminids is one of the best meteor showers to catch ...
Where: OaklandCost: $15 Adults, $7 kids/seniors, members 10% off
Saturday, 12/14/24
King Tide Day in San RafaelCome join your neighbors and local scientists to document the highest tides of the year! Teams will use community science kits to explore how low-lying spots along the waterfront are affected by king tides. Measure flooding and take pictures alongside local experts. San Rafael is one of the Bay Area’s most ...
Where: San RafaelCost: Free
Land x Good Fire: Prescribed Burn PlanningJoin fellows from Audubon Canyon Ranch's Fire Forward fellowship program for Sonoma County residents to learn about Good Fire.Join Taj Katuna, fire ecologist and researcher, to learn the process of planning a prescribed burn. Learn what to look for in a site visit, how to identify prescribed burn control lines, ...
Where: MarshallCost: Free
King Tides WalkJoin the Environmental Volunteers in a fun, interactive learning experience which will teach you about what King Tides are and why they are exciting! The event will include a brief hands-on science talk about the tides, and then a gentle walk through the Baylands. Highest of the high tides is ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
Family Nature Adventures: Snooze and Snuggle-Hibernating Animals!Explore an exciting adventure in the enchanting world of hibernation where we’ll uncover the secrets of how animals prepare for winter slumber. Children will embark on a captivating exploration of hibernation, a fascinating natural phenomenon. Through hands-on activities, engaging stories, and a guided walk in the breathtaking redwood forest surrounding ...
Where: OaklandCost: See weblinnk
Breathless: Catie and the RobotWould you dance with a robot? What would your human + robot duet look like? Come watch a stunning performance by dancer/choreographer/engineer Catie Cuan and artist/researcher Ken Goldberg, in which Catie dances with an industrial robot arm. This piece is an appreciation of the work performed by humans every day, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
The origin of the Universe & evolution of large scale structure and how it affects your observingThis talk is geared toward astronomy enthusiasts and amateur astronomers. I'll provide an overview of the origin of the Universe, early galaxy & stellar formation, and the evolution of large scale structure. Also, I'll discuss the latest research, including exciting insights from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), and some ...
Join Chris Carmichael in search of both resident and migrant birds in the Garden’s many bird friendly micro habitats. Chris will be joined by Susan Greef, Garden Member and avid birder. Beginning and experienced bird watchers are welcome. Limited to 15 participants.Register at weblink. These bird walks often sell out.
Where: BerkeleyCost: $25 General, $20 Members
King Tides: A Royal Tide Watch Along the EmbarcaderoJoin the Exploratorium and Port of San Francisco staff along the Embarcadero to observe, photograph, and discuss “Royal” Tides. These exceptionally high tides are often described as “King Tides,” and will be “normal” tides of the future due to sea level rise.We’ll gather between Pier 3 and Pier 5 on ...
Changan Chen (Stanford/AI) on 4D Audio-Visual Learning: A Visual Perspective of Sound Propagation and Production" Alberto Salleo (Stanford/ Material Science) on "Soft Polymers for Bioelectronics" Karoline Karlic (UC Santa Cruz/ Photography) on "Unseen California: Photography, Place and Environment "
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Tuesday, 12/17/24
Family-Friendly Winter Fun Agar Art - Painting w/ Microbes!Join Counter Culture Labs for an exciting workshop focused on DIY just-for-fun biotechnology. We will be making colorful agar art with our engineered glowing microorganisms. Agar is the substrate on which microbes grow on.In this workshop, you will draw out a picture on the petri dish using our microbes and ...
Tucson’s local flavor of Astronomy on Tap, Space Drafts, is excited to present its 102nd edition! This month, we’ll be joined by optical sciences graduate student Josh Liberman, who will tell us about hunting for alien worlds with huge telescopes, and Steward Observatory graduate student Jeniveve Pearson who will tell ...
Join the NASA Night Sky Network with Dr. Robert Nemiroff for a tour of highlights from the Astronomy Picture of the Day archive for 2024.Along with Jerry Bonnell, Robert Nemiroff has written, coordinated, and edited NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD) since 1995 at apod.nasa.gov. The APOD archive contains ...
Where: Cost: Free
Science Is A Piece of Cake: California ForestsLearn about California's beautiful forests via cake! KQED Check, Please! producer Cecilia Phillips hosts a cake bake-off, where California's rich forests will serve as our visual prompt.Each cake will be inspired by trees and their surrounding ecosystems, depicting a rich canopy of flora and fauna.Enter the competition as a beginner, ...
