Black holes, neutron stars and the birth of gravitational wave astronomyGravitational waves, ripples in the fabric of space-time produced by catastrophic astrophysical events, are arguably the most elusive prediction of Einstein’s theory of General Relativity, so feeble that Einstein himself thought their detection would be impossible. One hundred years later, the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO) and its sister project ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Breaking Barriers: The Future of Space ExplorationSpeakers: Dr. Kathleen Rubins (NASA Astronaut, Stanford Ph.D. '05) & Kendra Short (Deputy Program Manager/NASA Exoplanet Exploration, Stanford M.S. '92)
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Nightlife SpotlightMeet some of our brightest young scientific minds as NightLife celebrates the best of the Academy with an evening of after-hours science inside the greenest museum on the planet.This month, learn about the Academy’s Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability, home to more than 100 research scientists and 46 million ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General, $12 Members
In this presentation, Helen Tran will discuss her current research, which focuses on designing, synthesizing, and utilizing electronic materials with properties inspired by skin: stretchability, self-healability, and biodegradability. A survey of recent advances in this field will be reviewed, with an emphasis in medical applications.Speaker: Dr. Helen Tran, Stanford.
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
Kame Richards Tides and Currents TalkRacers, cruisers, power boats, kayaks, and swimmers will see and learn how the tide currents move on San Francisco Bay. For information and reservations, contact Jim Tantillo at 707.759.2045 or jimtantillo@comcast.net. This usually sells out, so don't delay!
Where: SausalitoCost: $15 cash only
Yes, Humans Really Are Causing Earthquakes!How Energy Industry Practices are Causing Earthquakes in America's HeartlandIn every year since 2014, Oklahoma has had more earthquakes than California.Oil and gas oerations are "inducing" these earthquakes.The earthquake rate has dropped by more than 50% due to changes in industry practices.Speaker: Justin Rubinstein, USGS Research GeophysicistÂ
