Lunch Break Science - LivestreamLunch Break Science is a dynamic live web series featuring fascinating short talks, engaging interviews, and lively Q&A with Leakey Foundation scientists. Each episode digs deeper into the latest human origins discoveries, with topics like Neanderthals, chimpanzee behavior, and more! Even better, you can interact with researchers during the show ...
Where: Cost: Free
A New Approach to Climate Modeling - LivestreamSpeaker: Michael Wehner, Senior Scientist in the Applied Mathematics and Computational Research Division at LBNL.Wehner is leading the development of a new approach to climate modeling called "end-to-end attribution." This approach is helping scientists better understand how much worse disastrous weather is becoming, and enabling them to quantify the differences ...
Where: Cost: Free
The Secret Life of the Universe - Livestream"The Secret Life of the Universe" by Dr. Nathalie Cabrol, the SETI Institute's chief scientist and Director of the Carl Sagan Center at the SETI Institute, is coming out this week, both in the US (August 13, 2024) and in the UK (August 15, 2024). Scriber/Simon & Schuster publishes both ...
Where: Cost: Free
Alzheimer's, ALS, Parkinson's??'There's HopeDr. Paul Alan Cox is an American ethnobotanist whose scientific research focuses on discovering new medicines by studying patterns of wellness and illness among Indigenous peoples. Chosen by Time magazine as one of 11 Heroes of Medicine, Dr. Cox leads a remarkable team of world-class scientists. Their objective is singular: to ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General in person, $5 online
ACROBiosystems South San Francisco Cell and Gene Therapy WorkshopJoin ACROBiosystems' CROConnect Cell and Gene Therpy Workshop to connect with top scientists from ImmuneBridge and Gator Bio to gain insights on advnced cell and gene therpy techniques!Admission includes networking dinner & drinks and the raffle for CRO's limited edition golden llama. PLUS, free parking at the conference center!Register at weblink
Where: South San FranciscoCost: Free
Mainstream Monotony - AI in Journalism & StorytellingIn an age where artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly intertwined with our daily lives, the boundaries between human experiences and AI-generated narratives get blurred. This panel discussion challenges journalists, neuroscientists and entrepreneurs to explore the impact of AI on the creative process of storytelling.In a recent interview, OpenAI CTO Mira ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
After Dark: InsectacularInsects may be small, but they have a huge impact on our environment. Hear from researchers and scientists tonight and learn about entomology, the benefits of eating insects, and the wonder of the diverse bugs all around us. Then stop by our Living Systems Gallery, where you can take a ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, free for Members
Author Michael Pollan is coming back to Manny's discuss all the things! His recent works, his upcoming work, how to eat, advances in the efforts towards psychedlics for therapuetic use, and his thoughts on the world today.He's doing this to support the civic work of Manny's at this critical time ...
When you watch and listen to birds, have you wondered about what the birds themselves see and hear? Ed Yong, author of An Immense World, will take us on a magical tour through the sensory lives of our feathered friends. We'll learn about the secrets hidden in their plumage and ...
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 08/16/24
Sustainability Undergraduate Research in Geoscience & Engineering Research SymposiumThe Sustainability Undergraduate Research in Geosciences and Engineering (SURGE) program provides visiting undergraduates a mentored research experience in topics related to Sustainability. We invite all Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability members, family, and friends to join us in celebrating the culmination of their work. SURGE scholars will be presenting the ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Family Astronomy: Radio AstronomyFamily Astronomy is back! Witness the beauty of the cosmos up close and let the wonders of the universe leave you awestruck. Radio waves have a significant role in unravelling the mysteries of the universe. This session will showcase an illuminating journey into the captivating realm of radio astronomy. Our ...
Where: OaklandCost: See description
Saturday, 08/17/24
Foothills Family Nature WalkEnvironmental Volunteers' Family Nature Walks program is designed to help community members get to know our local open space areas. Small groups will be guided by a knowledgeable environmental educator during an exploration of a local open space. These small groups will be introduced to fun nature-based activities, and a ...
Where: Los AltosCost: Free
Sunday, 08/18/24
Trail Maintenance Volunteer Work Day at the EECHelp us with some trail maintenance around the Environmental Education Center! Activities may include sign cleaning, pruning overgrown vegetation, weeding, and litter pickup. All gloves and tools will be provided, so just make sure to dress comfortably and bring a can-do attitude.Please arrive promptly at 9:20am to allow time for ...
Where: AlvisoCost: Free
Monday, 08/19/24
August Butterfly WalkJoin Garden volunteers Sally Levinson and Andy Liu for a guided walk through the Garden in search of butterflies, as you learn about their plant relationships and amazing life cycle. Bring binoculars if you have them.Registered children welcome. Pre-registration is required, space is limited. Groups larger than 6 people, please ...
Join us on a journey through the Sun's galactic backyard as we explore our corner of our home galaxy, the Milky Way. Using the latest 3D models enabled by the Gaia space astrometry mission, we will map the nearest 10,000 light years around our solar system, revealing nebulous clouds of ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General, $12 Members & Seniors
Climate Adaptation Science FairWe want to stay in the Bay Area...but how?! Between the housing crunch and atmospheric rivers it's been a little stressful.KQED, The Lawrence Hall of Science, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, and the Children's Creativity Museum are teaming up to create an event all about solutions. Discover how we can adapt ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $10.
Baking with the Stars: Recipes for getting started in AstrophotographyBaking and astrophotography share many things in common: You need the right equipment, attention to detail, and a creative flair. If it seems intimidating, following a recipe can be a great way to start. SFAA member Jason Griesbach will guide you through four astrophotography recipes, using only modest equipment. The ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Nerd Nite SF #145: Semiconductors, Missing Antimatter and the Mighty American BeaverThis month we're asking the Big Questions:Where's all the stuff that's supposed to make up the universe?Can we solve the climate crisis and keep our smartphones?Could we perhaps solve the climate crisis with help from beavers?Answers to these questions - and more - will be at our August 21st show!"The ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $10 advance, $15 at door
