This talk considers how to restore electric power systems after a natural or man-made disaster. Such a restoration is extremely challenging from a computational standpoint as it combines a complex logistics problem with activation problems over a complex physical system. We present a four-step approach which allows us to separate ...
Holography is a striking relationship between gravitational theories in d+1 space-time dimensions and normal quantum theories of matter (without gravity) in d space-time dimensions. It was discovered in theoretical studies of quantum black holes, where puzzling phenomena like Bekenstein's entropy bound and Hawking radiation challenge our ability to make sense ...
Open wide as NightLife explores the science of eating-from table to intestine.Taste local, sustainable nibbles from Earl's Organic Produce and Whole Foods and pick up tips on how to turn your Thanksgiving feast into gastronomic glory.In African Hall, hear Academy Fellow and Gladstone Institutes associate investigator Dr. Katie Pollard wax ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $12 General, $10 Members
'Heavenly Bodies' Book Signing by Paul KoudounarisReturning to the Bone Room Presents after his successful book, "The Empire of Death" Paul Koudounaris has again captured images of never before seen, exotically dressed medieval skeletons in his new book, "Heavenly Bodies: Cult Treasures & Spectacular Saints from the Catacombs". Discovered in 1578 in Rome, a new labyrinth ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Mental Health Improvements Through Early Detection & Treatment: Promising New ApproachesDr. Adelsheim will discuss the international and national movement towards building early detection and intervention models for serious mental illness. Through the development of community outreach efforts and addressing community stigma, young people at risk for serious mental illness are accessing care earlier, leading to improved outcomes in mental health, ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
The Science of AcousticsJoin Exploratorium scientist Ron Hipschman for colorful explorations of the physical world.What are acoustics and how do they work? The Kanbar Forum, our new multidisciplinary performance space, is fitted with Meyer Sound's Constellation acoustic system, one of the most advanced in the world. We'll explore the audibility and fidelity of ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Effects of Induced Climate Change in Boreal and Temperate ForestsDylan Smith, PhD candidate in the Peay Lab at Stanford University, will talk about the effects of induced climate change (experimental warming) on whole fungal and bacterial communities in boreal and temperate forests.
California leads the United States in a renewable energy policy that drives large-scale wind, solar, and geothermal projects in windy areas and the desert. We also lead the nation in using new technology to avoid, minimize, and reduce conflicts with birds thanks to Golden Gate Audubon and the four other ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
World of the California NewtFilmmaker Lance Milbrand will preview his video-in-progress encompassing all things a newt may see and experience in its twenty-year lifespan. Filmed entirely in the Santa Cruz mountains.
