Grab a beer and then listen up to this month's Nerd Nite East Bay. Jeremy Rue will tell you how the encryption built into Bitcoin protects your cash. Roger O'Brient, who works on BICEP2 and other cosmic microwave background telescopes will discuss what these high-profile experiments have to say about how our universe came to be. Finally, David ...
Laser-based exploration of planetary surfaces: lab, field, and mission instruments and conceptsThe capability for simultaneous multispecies detection, rapid analysis, high sensitivity, and high spatial resolution make laser spectroscopy technologies very attractive for the in-situ characterization of organic, mineralogical, and chemical species during planetary exploration. Laser spectroscopy (Raman, LIBS, LINF) has acquired maturity in planetary exploration through prototype development and dedicated material ...
Jacques Cousteau called Cocos Island "the most beautiful in the world." Located about halfway between Costa Rica and Ecuador's Galapagos Islands, it is the only island in the eastern Pacific Ocean supporting tropical rainforest.What I found underwater, though, was much more impressive. "Megafauna" - large-bodied species - congregate around the island. ...
Science and Reason with Skeptics in the Pub, West BayIf ye value critical thinking, and if ye scorn the film-flam man, and if ye drink, drink with us, your friends. If ye shun the brewer's art, at least help us lay waste to bangers & mash!Skeptics in the Pub is a monthly meeting for discussion of topics of science, ...
Where: MillbraeCost: Free
Planning Ahead: Find Out Why So Many Retired People Are Saying, 'These Are the Best Years of My Life'When thinking about successful retirement, most people and the research literature focus on financial planning. Although having enough financial resources is generally necessary, it doesn't by itself lead to a successful retirement.Instead of emphasizing financial preparedness, this presentation deals with the personal and interpersonal factors in creating a successful retirement. ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free
Thursday, 08/28/14
Heroes of the CoastCome join Aquarium of the Bay and the Bay Institute for this wonderful fundraising event featuring the film, Heroes of the Coast, a silent auction benefiting Coastal Cleanup Day and a discussion about the Coastal Commission by key coastal experts Steve Kinsey, Dr. Charles Lester, and Warner Chabot.
Hear stories about -- Canyons, volcanoes and floods on Mars.Shifting ice floes on Europa's ocean.Perpetual volcanism on Io.Rivers of methane on Titan.Things we want to know -- Is there/was there any life out there?Human missions: why and when?Speaker: by Michael H. Carr, USGS Planetary Geologist
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Full-Spectrum Science with Ron Hipschman: SoundWhat is sound? How high a pitch can you hear? Can you measure the speed of sound with a yardstick? Can two sounds add up to no sound? Explore these questions and more in this resonant presentation.Adults 18+ only
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Bone Cleaning Course CANCELLEDEditor's Note: The founder of The Bone Room and teacher of this class, Ron Cauble, passed away recently. Please stop by the The Bone Room and celebrate what he started and continues in his name.
Where: BerkeleyCost:
Friday, 08/29/14
Family HikeJoin us for hikes through our redwoods! Trail walks are led by an experienced hiker and Chabot educator and feature discussions about the natural environment, events and objects in the sky.Enjoy an easy 1-2 mile end-of-summer hike through the beautiful redwoods and watch the sun set over the bay! Come ...
Science Saturday: DinosaursWas Tyrannosaurus Rex a scavenger? Was a Triceratops a carnivore or herbivore? What is coprolite anyways? Discover the answer to these questions and more at this month's Science Saturday all about Dinosaurs! The Carmel Valley Gem and Mineral Society partner with the Museum to host this month's event. Touch real ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: Free
Our Place in Our GalaxyPlease join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for the August 30th astronomy program. Lower Summit Parking Lot of Mt. Diablo State Park.The program starts at 7:00 (enter the park at least 45 minutes earlier) at the lower summit parking lot. Although there is no fee for this program there is a ...
Where: Walnut CreekCost: Free - $10 Park fee
Cosmology in the 21st Century (SOLD OUT)Speaker: J. Xavier Prochaska - University of California at Santa CruzPart of the Lick Summer Visitor's series. Tickets on sale 4/15 at Noon.
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $9.50
Jazz Under the StarsThis event is weather dependent. Latest weather updates.See the moon and Saturn thru our telescopes, while listening to KCSM Jazz 91 FM. Dress warmly and come by anytime between 8 & 10 p.m.Free parking in Marie Curie Lot 5
Where: San MateoCost: Free
The Big Bang in ContextFollow the history of the "big bang" picture of our origins of the universe, clarified by observational successes. What remaining questions drive scientists toward deeper exploration.Speaker: Dr. Lloyd Knox , UC Davis
