Learn genetic engineering! Biohacking Academy: In Silco Plasmid DesignEver wondered how GMO's are created or wanted to embrace your mad scientist side?Well, now you can! This lecture series at Counter Culture Labs, Oakland's community lab, will teach you the basics of synthetic biology then let you in the lab to try the techniques yourself.This software crash course will ...
Where: OaklandCost: 5
Tuesday, 08/09/16
Frontiers in Artifact SETI: Waste Heat, Alien Megastructures & Tabbys StarIn 1960 two seminal papers in SETI were published, providing two visions for SETI. Giuseppe Cocconi and Philip Morrison's proposed detecting deliberate radio signals ("communication SETI"), while Freeman Dyson ("artifact SETI"), proposed detecting the inevitable effects of massive energy supplies and artifacts on their surroundings. While communication SETI has now had several ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Creative Collisions: Making/MusicJoin local artists for a hands-on, ears-on dip into the digital music scene. Don't forget to swing by Plaza de Cesar Chavez to check out The Swings: An Exercise in Musical Cooperation!Food, beer and wine sold separately.Ages 18+
Where: San JoseCost: $10 General Admission $7 Members
Will Closing Diablo Canyon Increase Carbon Pollution?Will closing the Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant raise or lower California's carbon pollution? Is it a deal with the devil or bold leadership?Speaker: David Baker, Business Reporter, San Francisco Chronicle
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $12 Members, $7 Students
Eureka! Science Comedy ShowEureka! is an interactive comedy show that demystifies science in a way that is relatable, educational, and entertaining. Our guest speakers give fascinating lectures while comedians riff and banter. Audience members can win fun, silly prizes by correctly answering the guest scientists' questions. On August 9th Eureka! will be part ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: TBA General, Free for members
Wednesday, 08/10/16
Current Good Laboratory Practices (CGLP)An introduction to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and its regulations for current Good Laboratory Practices. Concepts and in-dustry best practices will be presented within the context of lab work associated with pre-clinical studies and validation of experimental meth-ods. The course will provide a broad overview (in one-day) and ...
In the future, every outdoor government agency and and organization will be run by the youth of today! Join us for a day full of dialogue between youth and park managers as we discuss hopes and strategies for creating a more diverse and inclusive outdoor recreation community - ultimately shaping ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
What's Happening with Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars?From a recent article in the New York Times to Mary Nichols of the CA Air Resources board driving around LA in her new Toyota Mirai, there's a renewed buzz about hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.Come look over some of these vehicles yourself - and learn how fuel cells generate the ...
7:00-7:25: Rachel Haurwitz(CEO of Caribou BioSciences) on "The era of CRISPR - Precise DNA edits to advance biological research and human health"CRISPR is a new technology facilitates easy and precise changes to the DNA of cells...Read more7:25-7:50: Tina Seelig(Stanford, Faculty Director, Stanford Technology Ventures Program) on "From Inspiration to ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Thursday, 08/11/16
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
Friday, 08/12/16
Fizzy, Foamy ScienceCombine chemistry and art to create your own custom fizzy, foamy masterpieces on the Hall's plaza. Use vinegar, pigment, and baking soda to bring your art to life and learn to re-create this fun (and nonpermanent) painting activity at home.This event is free with admission.
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free with admission
Twilight HikeTake advantage of this rare opportunity to experience the beauty and rich natural history of this 535-acre preserve as dusk arrives and the animals start to appear. Our twilight hikes are on select Fridays throughout spring and fall. Participants are divided into small groups and paired with a trained Bouverie ...
Where: GeyservilleCost: $15 Donation suggested
#teensciencenightFinish off the summer with #TeenScienceNight at the California Academy of Sciences! For the fourth year in a row, Bay Area youth (13-18) are invited to the world's largest teen-only museum event. Come enjoy music, food, and dancing while exploring science with over 1,500 other teens! Watch science come to ...
Dr. Quinn Konopacky is an assistant professor at UC San Diego. Dr. Konopacky's research interests are: Planet formation and evolution; high contrast imaging; star formation; stellar and substellar evolution; orbital dynamics; high angular resolution imaging and spectroscopy; adaptive optics; astrometry; speckle interferometry; optical and infrared astronomy.Tickets on sale April 15
The near-Earth asteroids are a population of objects on orbits that come near that of Earth. They are accessible targets for spacecraft missions, but also pose a hazard: asteroids can and do impact Earth. I will review programs to discover and characterize near-Earth asteroids, and current and future spacecraft missions ...
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Saturday, 08/13/16
Sunrise Solitude & Early Morning Wildlife Meet ACR Resource Ecologist Dave Self at the junction of Pine Flat Rd. and Red Winery Rd., 3/4 mile 'east' on Pine Flat Rd from Hwy 128 at Jimtown. We'll drive up to the Preserve, with each person claiming an individual sit-spot. We'll each settle in to appreciate the summer ...
Where: GeyservilleCost: Free
Lichens are Awesome and Oaks are Majestic!On this hike you'll slow down to explore the world of lichens, a small life form that is a partnership of a fungus and an alga and shows up in many places, colors and shapes. Participants will also gaze up as they walk through groves of oak trees and examine ...
Where: FairfieldCost: Free
Hayward Fault Walking TourOver the last million years, the natural beauty of Fremont has been shaped by the Hayward Fault. Instructors will be leading these 'ground breaking' tours and exposing the science and beauty of the Hayward Fault. This fault is one of several active faults in the world actually creeping at 5 ...
Let family walks become a shared time of nature learning. We'll begin by helping kids create their personal bird watching field guides, and then head out onto the trails to find those birds. A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow. Recommended for children ages 5-10. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Register ...
Where: FremontCost: Free
Trekking the ModelJoin a Ranger guided tour of the Bay Model, a 1.5-acre hydraulic model of San Francisco Bay and Delta. Discover the stories of the two major operations that took place at this location between 1942–2000.
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Family Sundown SafariIs your family ready for a WILD campout? Grab your camping gear, your family, a few friends, and get ready for an overnight adventure at Oakland Zoo.Family Sundown Safari is a unique overnight program for the whole family. This program includes dinner, a nighttime and morning guided tour of the ...
Where: OaklandCost: $85.00 per person for non-members / $75.00 per per
Dr. Shelley Wright is a faculty member at UC San Diego at the Center for Astrophysics & Space Sciences. Her research focuses on developing innovative astronomical instrumentation and observations using some of the world's largest optical telescopes. She is the Project Scientist for one of the first instruments for the ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $45 General, $40 Under 16, over 65
Sunday, 08/14/16
Teddy Bear Tea with Friends!It's tea time at Oakland Zoo and you are cordially invited to learn all about Parrots! Enjoy a morning of snacks, activities, books and play while making and delivering an enrichment gift straight to the zoo's Blue and Gold Macaws. When the fun is done, your child will receive a ...
Where: OaklandCost: 23-26
Learn genetic engineering! Biohacking Academy Lab Ever wondered how GMO's are created or wanted to embrace your mad scientist side?Well, now you can! This lecture series at Counter Culture Labs, Oakland's community lab, will teach you the basics of synthetic biology then let you in the lab to try the techniques yourself.This series of classes is ...
Where: OaklandCost: 20
Marine Science Sunday: Under The Bridge: Marine Mammals of SF BayOur own backyard in the bay is full of amazing marine mammals! Free classroom programs will highlight our local sea lions, harbor porpoises, dolphins, and even the occasional whale that wanders under the Bridge! We recommend teaming our free classroom program with a Docent-led tour at 11am, 1pm or 3pm for a ...
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Evenings with the Pigeon Point Lighthouse Fresnel lensThe Pigeon Point Lighthouse is currently under repair, but that doesn't mean that the First Order Fresnel Lens can't shine! The Fresnel lens, the original lighthouse beacon, will light up once again from its temporary home in the Visitor Center. As dusk settles, the 24 beams of light provide a ...
