Exoplanet Deep Interiors with JWSTObservations of exoplanetary atmospheres provide a valuable upper boundary condition for studying their interiors. The species that appear in transmission and emission spectra are formed from the composition of the uppermost convective region minus any condensates and after chemical reactions induced by the lower temperatures and pressures. As such, if ...
Shifting toward a circular economy for a sustainable future requires developing, optimizing, and diffusing water and resource recovery technologies. Transitioning these technologies from laboratory to commercial scale is a process that often spans years, if not decades. The conventional approach for biological resource recovery processes involves performing lab-scale experiments in ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Surprises in the n-type cupratesThe n-type cuprates have long been considered the little cousin of the p-type cuprates, with an apparently simpler phase diagram dominated by antiferromagnetic correlations. Through angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy (ARPES) studies, we reveal that there are surprises and important insights to be learned from a prototypical n-type cuprate Nd2-xCexCuO4. In the ...
Pathogen Emergence at the Forest Edge: A One Health Approach to Understand SpilloverMy research investigates how anthropogenic forest change alters the ecology, evolution and transmission of zoonotic viruses. In this seminar, I will discuss longitudinal studies of unique communities of people and wildlife along the perimeters of accelerated forest loss in the Congo, Amazon and Mekong basin forests. This work investigates theory ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Spinning Tales: Exploring MuonsDr. Maarten Golterman will delve into the fascinating world of muon anomalous magnetic moment and its implications through the lens of quantum field theory.Speaker: Maarten Golterman, San Francisco State University
Where: Rohnert ParkCost: Free
On the many-body physics of embryonic development While the complexity and robustness of embryonic development are plain to see, a physicist might ask whether there are simple principles that underlie them. Can we ever have a “Theory†or is it just a matter of filling up repositories of data, tabulating what happens, but not why? Focusing on ...
Jeff Rissman will draw from his new book, Zero-Carbon Industry, exploring the pathways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the industrial sector. Accounting for a third of global emissions when including purchased electricity and heat, decarbonizing the industrial sector is a key part of reaching nations’ net zero targets. The ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Geologic Hydrogen - A Critical Part of a Net-Zero Strategy? - CANCELEDHydrogen is projected to play a significant if not crucial role in the future energy mix, with the IEA forecasting an increase of almost an order of magnitude compared to hydrogen consumption today. This increase is driven by the possible dual use of hydrogen: to provide a clean or green ...
Dark Energy was initially suggested as an explanation for the accelerated expansion of the cosmos, yet its true nature remains unknown. In this lecture, we will explore this mysterious aspect of the Universe alongside the human stories of discovery. We will begin by revisiting the discovery of the expanding Universe ...
As we grapple with the urgent need for sustainable solutions to global climate challenges, the vast potential of our oceans offers promising pathways. This session will explore the critical role of maritime sustainable energy in achieving a sustainable future at scale. Dr. Freeman will shed light on ARPA-E’s significant investments ...
Large-scale cosmic surveys have measured the expansion rate of the universe as a function of time and found strong evidence that the rate is accelerating. Our knowledge of fundamental physics might be greatly enhanced by understanding the microscopic origin of this acceleration and the impact of the fundamental constituents of the universe ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Teaching Language Models how to coordinate - LivestreamLarge Language Models, despite their astounding reasoning abilities, are not faithful problem solvers. While their abilities are strongly correlated with scale, even humongous models like GPT-3.5 or GPT-4 can become inconsistent reasoners. Recent advances in verbose prompting techniques like chain-of-thought try to elicit step-by-step decomposition so that the model can ...
Where: Cost: Free
Understanding Dolphins Through Their Sexual Behavior - LivestreamDolphins are much loved cetaceans and a species known for social interaction. What do we know about their mating strategies? What are the variables affecting female receptivity? What is the influence of sociosexual behavior on female social grouping and calf rearing?Join us to hear from one of the prominent marine biologists ...
What can be done to increase diversity in STEM in the absence of affirmative action? What about marine biology, in particular? In this seminar, educational sociologist and USC Associate Dean Julie Posselt will share the current state of evidence about recruitment in STEM. She will present new findings from her ...
 Water resources such as snow or groundwater can be estimated using satellite remote sensing observations and numerical models. Both models and observations have inherent uncertainties and limitations related to observation errors, model parameterization, and input uncertainties. A promising method to alleviate shortcomings in models and observations is data assimilation because ...
Recent scientific advances have made it possible to induce broadcast spawning in corals, and to rear juvenile corals. These are critical advances for reef restoration efforts, especially in light of recent mass mortality events. However, while breeding corals and other marine invertebrates for population management and conservation is increasingly viable, ...
The Ocean & Humanity - Toward a Symbiotic ExistenceJoin us for salon II of our Resilient Edge Series to review humanity’s relationship with the ocean and a path toward a more symbiotic relationship.We'll hear from George Orbelian, long-time environmental activist, Ocean Beach surfer, and current Buckminster Fuller Board member, as well as other ocean stewards in conversation with ...
Fungi hold immense promise as cell factories for a sustainable future. Their remarkable versatility, coupled with their ability to produce a vast array of valuable bioproducts, makes them indispensable allies in our efforts to address global challenges and create a more sustainable processes. By harnessing the power of these microbial ...
Can aquaculture be adapted to support conservation and ecosystem restoration? The only native oyster on our coast, the Olympia oyster, is depleted throughout its range. Many estuaries in central California are facing local extinction. Without a healthy oyster population, these estuaries lose vast amounts of biodiversity and cannot protect shorelines ...
In this talk we’ll explore the world of mushroom spores - where they are formed, how they are spread and where they 'want' to end up. We'll see why some spores are coloured and others have warts, and how wind, rain and animals all play their roles.Else Vellinga is a ...
2024 will continue to be an unprecedented year for investment in and big wins in the decarbonization of infrastructure. From the $12.5 billion acquisition of Global Infrastructure Partners by BlackRock to General Atlantic's recent acquisition of Actis, this year is shaping up to be one of the biggest where we ...
This presentation explores challenges and advancements in optimizing power systems operations through Grid Mind, an innovative data-driven framework designed to enhance the integration of renewable energy sources. Employing advanced learning algorithms, this framework innovates in strategic resource allocation and control, thereby improving efficiency and reliability in power systems with a high ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
A Celestial Collaboration - Unistellar Citizen Scientists Track Comets - LivestreamThroughout human history, comets have fascinated us. They have gone from signs and portents of bad things to come to well-studied and even visited "dirty snowballs". Every year, observers search the skies, hoping to discover the Next Big Comet - Halley, Hyakutake, Hale - Bopp, McNaught. From SOHO and LINEAR ...
After Dark: Simple MachinesHave you thought about how astounding everyday tools and machines are? Through fundamental physics, they can multiply our force and make our lives more efficient. Tonight, explore the science behind simple machines by playing with kinetic gadgets, pendulums, and other mechanical marvels. What effects do you have with a turn ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
NightLifeCalling all creatures of the night: explore the nocturnal side of the Academy at NightLife and see what's revealed. With live DJs, outdoor bars, ambiance lighting, and nearly 60,000 live animals (including familiar faces like Claude, our alligator with albinism), the night is sure to be wild.Step inside the iconic ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
Using Communication Science to Communicate USGS Science - LivestreamJoin us and learn ... How social science helps us better inform people about natural hazards risks Human behavioral analysis of earthquake drills like ShakeOutCase studies of the Earthquake early warning system, ShakeAlert®ï¸Speaker: Sara McBide, USGS Earthquake Science CenterClick here to attend
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 03/01/24
Computational Approaches for Understanding and Engineering Biomolecular CondensatesThe interior of cells contains numerous components that must be carefully organized in space to fulfill a wide range of biological functions. The most common form of intracellular compartment does not have membranes. Instead of membranes, these compartments, known as biomolecular condensates, are maintained and spatially segregated through phase separation.Understanding ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
First Friday Nights - CANCELEDCome together as a family, visit early, and stay late!Swing into the weekend with live music, a food truck, animals and fun! On the first Friday of every month, from 5 pm until 8 pm, parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey.Dance to some of your favorite pop and rock ...
Where: San MateoCost: Regular CuriOdyssey admission prices
Public Astronomy Viewing Nights - CANCELEDSonoma State University hosts astronomical viewing nights open to the public. Events are weather dependent. Check the weblink for cancelations prior to attending.
Where: Rohnert ParkCost: Free
Experiencing the Great North American Eclipse!On April 8 the Great North American Eclipse will occur. This will be an eclipse you will want to experience and photograph. It will be the last total solar eclipse visible in the Contiguous United States until August 23, 2044. In this presentation you will learn from an accomplished eclipse ...
Where: San MateoCost: Free
Saturday, 03/02/24
Building Scalable & Reliable AI apps with Cloud Native Technologies WorkshopCloud Native (CN) technologies provide scalable and reliable platforms to host AI based technologies. This 1-day workshop is intended to expose and educate attendees on the available tooling in the CN space from Kubernetes to Kubeflow and ecosystem; including their purpose and path to successfully leveraging them.Both CN and AI ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: $85
Randall Museum Science FestivalThis year’s celebration includes a special family-friendly Science Festival for visitors of all ages. Kids and their families can enjoy free live animal encounters, discover more information with community partners from the science world, and for a small fee, drop in to explore the fun of hands on science from ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Salamander Search at SanbornSanborn is famous for its amphibians; you just need to do some extra searching to find them! Join us for a fun day of looking under rocks, logs, and other unique hiding spots that Sanborn’s Salamanders call home!Ages 4 - 12, with registered adultRegister at weblink
Where: SaratogaCost: $25 per person
Nike Missile Site Veteran Open HouseVeterans of the Nike program come to the site to share their stories with visitors and give guided tours of SF88 between the hours of 12pm - 3pm The SF-88 Nike Missile Site is the most fully restored Nike missile site in the country. During the tense years of the Cold War, from ...
California is one of 11 jurisdictions in the United States that provides Medical Aid In Dying (MAID) for its citizens. Do you know who qualifies for MAID in California, and who does not? We will discuss the current law, its restrictions, and what might be done to amend it to ...
Where: Cost: Free
Starry Nights Star Party - CANCELEDThe San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA), working with the Santa Clara County Open Space Authority (OSA), is glad to co-host a public star party at Rancho Canada del Oro (RCDO) Open Space Preserve. This site, just 30 minutes south of downtown San Jose, features dark skies. It's dark enough to ...
It’s there for us year round, lighting our days and providing energy for our lives, so maybe it’s time to give it a closer look. Join SJAA for amazing and detailed views of the Sun, and be assured that we’ll be using special telescopes that will keep your eyeballs perfectly ...
