Author Talk: The Little Book of String TheoryTheoretical physicist "Gubser does a masterly job of introducing string theory in simple terms and without using math. His goal is not to convert people to the cause but to help them better understand the ideas. Cars on a freeway, the vibration of piano strings, and buoys in the ocean ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Advances in Delivery of Therapeutics with Nanosponges and Nano-devices for ImagingSpeaker: Eva Harth, Ph.D., Vanderbilt UniversityUCB staff and students can use their UC ID card to obtain access to LBNL off-site shuttle buses and do not need to RSVP; Others, and those who plan to arrive by car, need to RSVP to arrange site-access. RSVP by calling Ciccina Guagliardo at ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Passive House - A Sustainable Building Revolution in CaliforniaExpectations for building occupant comfort, health and efficiency are increasing simultaneously. The Passive House standard meets all of these requirements at once. By producing buildings with energy demands that can be met at a renewable scale of production, Passive House can future-proof our communities and put California on track to ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: $20 General, $10 Members in advance, $20 at door
Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency in Cuba TodayMany of you have heard of Cuba's remarkable achievements in the field of renewable energy and energy efficiency during the last 20 years. Thousands of solar panels installed on rural schools and clinics. Energy efficient light bulbs, stoves and refrigerators made available to every household and workplace! Brigades of social ...
