In the 17th century, the Cartesian coordinate system was groundbreaking. It exposed the unity between algebra and geometry, accelerating the development of the math that took humans to the moon. It was not just another concept, but a cognitive tool that people could wield to express abstract ideas in visual ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Automated Decision Making for Safety Critical Applications Building robust decision making systems for autonomous systems is challenging. Decisions must be made based on imperfect information about the environment and with uncertainty about how the environment will evolve. In addition, these systems must carefully balance safety with other considerations, such as operational efficiency. Typically, the space of edge ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Life and the Meaning of DeathAn Inuit tale describes that when an elder can no longer contribute to the village they voluntarily venture out “onto the ice” so the polar bears will eat them, in turn the young villagers hunt the bear to provide continuing nourishment to their village - completing the circle of life. ...
The Central Andean and Himalayan orogenic belts provide an ideal natural experiment to test the potential role of climate in controlling orogeny. Approximately equal in age and along-strike length, both orogenic wedges are forming in plate-marginal convergent tectonic settings: The Andes in a retroarc setting and the Himalaya in a ...
Speaker: Giancarlo Savini is an Investment Principal at Future Energy Ventures with 15 years experience in ventures investments and commercial partnerships in the energy transition space. He worked in Shell Ventures, Honeywell Ventures where he was involved in 21+ transactions in Energy SaaS software platforms, Biofuels, Hydrogen and Energy Storage. ...
The human embryo begins as a simple, two-dimensional sheet of cells, with each cell possessing the ability to give rise to any cell type in the body. As development progresses, this sheet repeatedly tears, folds, and elongates to form the complex structures that define the human body. These dramatic changes ...
Solid State Physics is a field which continuously renews itself through the discovery of new materials and new phenomena. This has been particularly true for the subfield of superconductivity. One of the leading figures in this field for more than six decades was Stanford's Ted Geballe. We will review the ...
The traditional archival record has long been critiqued for the absence of depictions of Black life. Moreover, notions of Black livingness in sites of climate and environmental injustice, often known as “sacrifice zones” are often limited. Port Arthur, Texas is in many ways a “classic” example of one of these ...
How do we live with fire? Join us as for a talk about stewardship, resilience and hope.Fire is an essential part of California's ecology. Humans have been using it to shape the California landscape for thousands of years. But today many Californians' relationship to fire is one of fear. Obi ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General, members received discount
Unlocking Nature's Secrets: The Art and Science of Wildlife Tracking for Conservation and Adventure!Bart Kowalski is a passionate wildlife tracker and an ecologist with over 10 years of experience in wildlife management, sensitive species monitoring, and habitat restoration. He has earned a Level 3 CyberTracker Track and Sign Certification and co-leads the Bay Area Tracking Club, where he guides and inspires a community ...
All known lifeforms rely on the same molecular mechanism to translate information carried by DNA and RNA into proteins. This translation is accomplished by an incredibly complex system involving many dozens of very large and precisely interacting molecules. All viruses, bacteria, plants, and animals ultimately inherited this common molecular machinery ...
Where: NovatoCost: Free
Wednesday, 01/15/25
Examining Southern Ocean natural iron fertilization through a bio-optical lens - LivestreamPrimary productivity in the Southern Ocean is seasonally limited by the micronutrient iron. Shipboard observations in this region have historically been sparse, limiting our understanding of how iron modulates productivity both at Southern Ocean basin and annual scales, and in remote coastal Antarctic regions. Bio-optical observations from autonomous platforms??"biogeochemical ocean ...
This talk will analyze the extent to which the current global climate governance system allows for the establishment of fundamental energy justice. In our energy transition, how can we avoid systemic reproductions of energy injustice that have been historically ingrained within global energy systems? To what degree does a just ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
The Lithium Economy: Supply Chain Innovation and the Business of Energy Scale-Up Join Stanford Energy Club for its first SustainX talk this winter with some insightful conversation on the intersection of supply chain innovation and business strategies in the rapidly evolving lithium economy on January 15th at 5 pm at the GSB (Room TBD). This event features Kevin Hettrich, CFO at QuantumScape, ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Why Silicon Valley Bank Crashed -What You Need to KnowWhy did Silicon Valley Bank fail this year, despite Dodd-Frank and despite seasoned senior managers? You get an explanation of some of the more important risk issues, FICO scores, Loss Given Default, company credit risk as a background to understanding SVB’s crash, the 2nd largest bank failure. And touch on ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Thursday, 01/16/25
AI Healthcare Conference at Stanford UniversityIntroducing T.H.I.N.K (Technology in Healthcare: Integration, Networks, and Knowledge) ??" a groundbreaking conference series that redefines the intersection of technology and healthcare. T.H.I.N.K at Stanford marks the debut of this innovative platform, bringing together thought leaders, tech pioneers, and healthcare professionals to explore the transformative potential of AI and cutting-edge ...
Where: StanfordCost: See weblink
SETI Live: Automated Discovery of Anomalous Features - RESCHEDULEDOver the past decade, NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) has captured thousands of high-resolution images of the Moon's surface??"far more than humans can manually review. To tackle this challenge, scientists have developed an automated system that quickly identifies scientifically significant images from the LRO data, making it the first anomaly ...
Where: Cost: Free
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
Inventing NASA Space Exploration Technologies for our Blue Planet & BeyondIs life unique to Earth in the universe? If so, how can we better explore space while preserving and protecting life as we know it? How can space exploration benefit us all and what can it teach us? These are the fundamental questions that drive my work. My research focuses ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Rising to the Challenge: A Flood-Resilient San Francisco - LivestreamSPUR and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) invite you to an engaging conversation about bold efforts to protect our city’s future. Join this webinar to learn about the SFPUC’s Floodwater Management Grant, the newly released flood elevation map, and a groundbreaking proposal for a flood-resilient building code aimed ...
As climate hazards like floods and wildfires intensify, local governments are under growing pressure to plan for these risks. Yet, only about 40% of local governments in the U.S. have completed hazard mitigation plans that qualify them for federal funding to address local risks. Why do some governments proactively build ...
The future of our energy systems depends on cutting-edge innovations in Grid Infrastructure Technology (Grid Infra Tech), essential for integrating renewable energy and supporting a sustainable, resilient grid. This seminar will explore the evolving innovation landscape in Grid Infra Tech, with a special focus on the critical subsectors where transformative ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
ChatGPT and Beyond: Insights, Applications, and Q&AJoin us for an insightful panel discussion featuring experts from the AI industry. Explore the foundations of artificial intelligence and uncover real-world uses that can transform businesses across sectors. This event includes presentation and an interactive Q&A to empower attendees with actionable insights about AI's potential for growth and innovation. ...
Discover the mesmerizing world of honey, bees, and colonies.
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95 General, free for members
NightLife x SoulovelySlide through for NightLife's first-ever musical artists-in-residence with Oakland's groundbreaking cultural affair Soulovely featuring Aïma the Dreamer, Lady Ryan, Emancipation, and more.Plus, you can:Step inside the iconic Shake House and our four-story Osher Rainforest, where you can explore the Amazon’s treetops surrounded by free-flying birds and butterflies.Venture into our aquarium exhibit Venom ...
Female birds often hide in plain sight. Typically drabber and more inconspicuous than males, there is an unconscious bias towards male birds in birdwatching, photography, and even in our scientific knowledge about birds. This talk explores the history of focus on male birds, why it’s important to focus on females, ...
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 01/17/25
AI Healthcare Conference at Stanford UniversityIntroducing T.H.I.N.K (Technology in Healthcare: Integration, Networks, and Knowledge) ??" a groundbreaking conference series that redefines the intersection of technology and healthcare. T.H.I.N.K at Stanford marks the debut of this innovative platform, bringing together thought leaders, tech pioneers, and healthcare professionals to explore the transformative potential of AI and cutting-edge ...
Aquaculture is the fastest growing food producing sector in the world, yet the U.S. is lagging behind in it's contribution despite being the second largest consumer of seafood globally. California being the most populous state in the nation contributes significantly to this demand, yet aquaculture has actually retracted in the state over the last ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: Free
Saturday, 01/18/25
Keeper Academy at CuriOdysseyIf you have ever dreamed of being an Animal Keeper this is the workshop for you! In this four-hour crash course, participants will experience a day in the life of an Animal Keeper. Spend a morning with us cleaning, prepping food, and making behavioral observations as you learn what goes ...
Where: San MateoCost: $130-$150
Parks As Ancestors: A Reflective WalkJoin us for a moderate walk and talk where we will gather and reflect on Parks as Ancestors. Inspired by the books and question What Kind of Ancestor Do You Want to Be? and Elementals, park staff hope to engage participants in an interactive hike through Lands End ??" a beloved park ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Winter in the California Collection - FULLJoin UCBG horticulturist Jon Kanagy for a seasonal tour through the Garden’s California Collection that combines plant highlights and horticultural tips. For our winter program, we will be observing and discussing garden events and activities that are key for this cool, wet time of year. Along the way, Jon will ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $20 General, $18 Members, $10 Students
One Tam Guided Nature Walk with Marin WaterCelebrate the Civil Rights leader’s life and legacy with a service event followed by an optional guided nature walk. Get ready to spend some time out on the watershed with your friends and family, while preserving Marin’s unique biodiversity!Join for an easy hike to learn about some of the most unique ...
Where: FairfaxCost: Free
Saturday Cinema: The Art + Science of Luminous FilmsCelebrate the Exploratorium’s winter exhibition Glow with a program of radiant animation and short documentaries, both meditative and kinetic.TV Light by Bob Kaputof (2 min.)Magnetic Movie by Semiconductor (2007, 5 min.)Nature by Numbers by Cristóbal Villa (2010, 4 min.)Daybreak Express by D.A. Pennebaker (1953, 5 min.) Rainbow Dance by Len Lye ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Starry Nights Star PartyJoin the San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) and Santa Clara County Open Space Authority (OSA) for an unforgettable night of exploring the night sky. Our knowledgeable docents, members of SJAA, will be your guides to providing valuable insights into the wonders of our universe. The viewing site, Rancho Canada del ...
Where: Morgan HillCost: Free
The Science of Time TravelJoin us in the Planetarium for the inaugural event of Chabot’s Moonlight Lecture Series, featuring a captivating exploration on the science of time travel led by NASA engineer and author Bee Davis. After the talk, meet Bee during a book signing for her groundbreaking novel Fly Into the Sun, an ...
In August of 2001, an extremely bright, brief, extraterrestrial radio signal washed over the Earth. This flash of radiation lasted just a few milliseconds, originated from around four billion light years away, and contained more energy in a fraction of a second than the Sun gives off in an entire ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free
Investigating Plant Terpenoid Metabolism and Bioproduct Applications Plants are nature’s master chemists; they deploy complex networks of specialized metabolites to interact with other organisms and adapt to their environment. Among these metabolites, terpenoids encompass the largest class with critical functions in plant development, chemical ecology and stress adaptation. Terpenoid chemical diversity also offers a rich source for ...
