Speaker: Dave Watson, Lawrence Berkeley National Labs
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Inflation and the Landscape of String Theory One of major advances of string theory in recent years was an understanding that vacuum solutions with potentially viable four-dimensional cosmology come in a plethora of an incredibly large and rich 'landscape' of string theory vacua. The number of possible vacua and, in turn, types of Universes, may exceed 10 to ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Electronics Waste Roundtable Discussion: Berkeley Energy and Resources Collaborative's Annual Roundtable DiscussionA policy-driven market for recycling electronics and developing longer-lasting devices is developing. This burgeoning field is being created to protect people and the environment from the toxic materials inside electronic waste. At UC Berkeley on February 17th, from 2:30-5:30 pm, nine regional and national experts from nonprofit e-waste advocacy groups, ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: See website ($5 - $30)
Houge Park Start PartyMeet with members of San Jose Astronomical Society for a Star Party, weather permitting.
Where: San JoseCost: Free
NightSchool - DETENTION at Chabot Space & Science CenterNot Your Typical Subject Matter...Give Yourself Some Extra CreditAt NightSchool, students of life can explore, imagine, create and mingle in an incredibly inspiring and magical setting. Themes and activities reflect current events, favorite pastimes and playful experiences, each celebrating the unique, resourceful and exciting community of the East Bay.Get back ...
Where: OaklandCost: $15 General, $5 Members
Wild Mushroom Management in SpainDavid Pilz presents "Wild Mushroom Management in Spain: What might be applicable here?" He had the opportunity to visit Spain last June to participate in a "Micosylva" conference and field trip regarding how Spanish provinces are proactively co-managing timber and forest mushrooms to enhance rural economic development. One of their ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!Foothill Observatory Friday Evening ProgramCome to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory's new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views ...
