Bioscience for Non-ScientistsThis workshop will provide participants with an introduction to the language and basic concepts of molecular biology, cell biol-ogy, and genetics - the foundations of modern biotechnology. Participants will learn what monoclonal antibodies are and what they're used for, the difference between small molecule drugs and biological therapeutics, the secrets ...
Researchers from Point Blue Conservation Science will be analyzing the diets of Least Terns, examining dropped fish, feces, and regurgitated pellets collected from local bird colonies. Least Tern diets are being used as indicators of the success of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). By comparing the diets of tern colonies inside MPAs ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Is There a Safe Way to Use Geo-Engineering to Address Climate Change?Can geo-engineering help us stave off even more dramatic climate disruption? Dr. Field and Dr. Neudermans will be interviewed by Gerald Harris, chair of The Commonwealth Club's Science & Technology member-led forum. He will inquire about the latest approaches to geo-engineering to address climate change, the need for such work, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $8 Members, $7 Students
Channel your inner superhero during NightLife's first-ever salute to iconic comic book and cinema characters.Come in costume and explore the science behind your favorite superheroes while learning about their real-life science counterparts.From scuba scientists that dive to the depths of the ocean to explore (and sustain!) biodiversity to high-climbing botanists ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General, $12 Members
7:00-7:25: Liz Tenuto(Choreographer) on "Working Movements: Everyday Embodiment"Abstract forthcoming...Read more7:25-7:50: Loren Frank (UCSF/ Neuroscience)on "What is a memory?"Recent discoveries have given us new insights into how memories are stored and retrieved...Read more7:50-8:10: BREAK. Before or after the break, anyone in the audience currently working within the intersections ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Observing the Galactic History of Globular ClustersThe 160 spherical oceans of stars we call globular clusters (GC's) are the oldest objects orbiting our Miky Way and are progressively reveling a cornucopia of information concerning our galactic history story. In the early 1900's while mapping GC positions relative to our solar system we learned the "You Are ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free
The Beating Hearts of GalaxiesDid you know that black holes can blow bubbles? Join us on a fascinating journey through the Universe where you will learn about the intimate connection between the intergalactic gas, the birth and death of stars and galaxies, and the growth of supermassive black holes in the centers of galaxy ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Mushrooms and the Mycology of ConsciousnessJoin this engaging speaker, author, mycologist, medical researcher, and entrepreneur for an informative lecture on mushrooms that aims to deepen your understanding and respect for the organisms that literally exist under every footstep. From magic to medicinal mushrooms, Paul's walk through life has followed mycelial paths that have led to ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $16 Members
