Generative AI: Race, Art, and PowerFrom ChatGPT, DALL-E, Bard, and Midjourney, the use of AI as a creative tool has increased dramatically both from technological breakthroughs and a flood of new users. Users and researchers have offered both praise and criticism - about the veracity of AI-generated art, race and gender bias engrained in these ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
The Science of Democracy - LivestreamJust as science is needed to ensure that policies are effective, a healthy democracy is needed to ensure that they are fair.The Union of Concerned Scientists invites you to a virtual discussion to learn about our work for a healthier democracy, keeping public science strong, and removing barriers to evidence-based ...
100 Years to Thrive: Designing Longer and Wealthier LivesFeel like you are always running out of time? What would you do differently with an extra 25 years of longevity to build a fulfilled life?Please join us for a conversation on making the most of our increased longevity and designing lives with greater well-being, meaning and purpose. Dr. Laura ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $10 Members in person, $5/free online
The Exploratorium is your playground after dark! Wander the galleries, sip a cocktail, and choose your own adventure with 600+ interactive exhibits. Peek into our workshop for exhibits in development and the tools and machines that help bring them to life. And don’t miss The Great Animal Orchestra, our summer exhibition ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
Frank Drake Award Ceremonies: Open to EveryoneHelp celebrate leaders in the search for life in the Universe - the recipient of the nonprofit SETI Institute’s Drake Award and the next generation of SETI scientists earning the SETI Forward Award. The Drake Award, honoring the Father of SETI, Frank Drake, is the world's premier prize highlighting the science ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: varies
Point Bonita Lighthouse Sunset TourOn the Point Bonita Lighthouse Sunset Tour, you will enjoy stunning sunset views and learn the compelling story of this landmark. The tour will include elements of natural and cultural history as well as thought-provoking guided discussion that ties the lighthouse’s history to our present. The tour does not include ...
If we don’t understand the origins of SARS-CoV-2 and the COVID-19 pandemic, we won’t understand the risks that could lead to future viral emergence events and pandemics. I will discuss the multitude of scientific lines of evidence relevant to this topic, including epidemiological and evolutionary data. Analyses of these data ...
