Orbital Dynamics Suggests A Recent Formation of Saturn's MoonsThe age of Saturn's rings and the source of Enceladus's hydrothermal energy have been hotly debated topics for years. Recently the age of Saturn's moons interior to Titan, previously thought to be as old as Saturn, also became actively debated. I will show how computer simulations of the past orbital dynamics of Saturn's ...
Join us for an Open House!Event will include information on CITRIS and its research initiatives, as well as funding opportunities, programs, and resources available through CITRIS.Tour CITRIS Santa Cruz facilities, including the OptiPuter, the CAVE virtual environment, the Cisco eSupport labs, and more!Reception and poster session to follow.
What's It Like in Space? Book LaunchOn April 12, 1961, Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space, kicking off new era for humanity. We're hosting the dual celebration at Betabrand HQ, the makers of that really cool NASA-inspired space jacket. We'll have a space-tastic photo backdrop and green screen in place for the ...
Are environmentalists afraid of stepping in cow dung? The documentary film Cowspiracy contends that large environmental groups are turning a blind eye to the harmful effects cattle have on ecosystems and human health. Environmentalists bristle at the charge and point to work promoting vegan and vegetarian diets and campaigns against ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $12 Member, $7 Student
Creative Collisions: Bio + HackingJoin us for a unique evening devoted to the world's most complex technology: biology.At Creative Collisions: Bio + Hacking, you'll explore The Tech's new exhibit, BioDesign Studio, which empowers you to play with DNA and create with biology. Meet the biohacker behind the DIY CRISPR kit, see a gene gun ...
Where: San JoseCost: $10 General, $8 Members, advanced discounts avail.
How can you become a better observer and naturalist? Join noted naturalist and artist John Muir Laws for a lively evening learning drawing and journaling "tricks" - key tools to help you focus your observations, organize your thoughts, enhance recall of critical details, stimulate creativity, and expand your adventures and discoveries in ...
