Pinpointing the Search for Life in Ancient Martian Hot SpringsThe recent explosion of Martian surface data is set to revolutionize the way we explore that planet. Until now, mission science has had to catch up with the imposed engineering constraints. With this data, we can plan exciting new missions to specific locations with enough precision to allow engineers to ...
Annette Russell (Manager of Presidio Nursery), this class will provide insight into the delicate art of how to grow ferns from spore. Primarily a hands-on workshop, activities will include cleaning and sowing spores, as well as dividing gametophytes and sporophytes.
The last decade of the 20th century witnessed a revolution in the application of mathematical techniques to origami, the centuries-old Japanese art of paper folding. In this lecture-demonstration, Robert Lang, who is recognized as one of the foremost origami artists in the world, will describe how geometric concepts led to ...
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Wizard of ElectricityKen Miller, the self proclaimed Wizard of Electricity will delight our audience with the crackling sounds of electricity. Demonstration will be followed with four activities to reinforce the principals.
All human cultures process food extensively by cooking and non-thermal means, a feature that makes us unique among species. Why is food processing so universal? When did it begin? And why might it threaten our health today? In this lecture, Rachel Carmody presents evidence from diverse fields, showing that food ...
