SynBioBeta 2025: The Global Synthetic Biology ConferenceReunite with 2,500+ Innovators and Recreate the Magic! Save the date for SynBioBeta 2025: The Global Synthetic Biology Conference, taking place from May 5-8, 2025, in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, San Jose. This event promises to be a transformative experience with over 180 content-rich sessions, 20+ diverse networking opportunities, ...
Where: San JoseCost: Varies
Diverse Voices in Fisheries ScienceUCSC's Fisheries Collaborative Program and the Santa Cruz-Monterey Bay Area Subunit of the American Fisheries Society invite you to the fifth annual Diverse Voices in Fisheries Science Seminar. This will be a five-part series. We are excited to present Dr. Joe Klein as the third seminar in this year's series.Register at weblink to attend in person ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free
Moving Away from Large Clusters: Grid-Aware AI Data Center Planning - LivestreamThe rapid growth of AI is straining the existing power grid. In response to the challenges presented by AI, the Bits & Watts Initiative is launching a new flagship program on Sustainably Powering AI and recently selected six research projects to support with seed grants. In this webinar, Prof. Ram Rajagopal will ...
We are living in a time of unprecedented global environmental change, with marine ecosystems undergoing rapid transformations due to climate variability, oceanographic shifts, and human activities. Marine predators such as cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises) and seabirds play a crucial role in these ecosystems, integrating ocean processes across space, time, ...
IBM Synthetic Data Sets (SDS) have been created for use cases in the financial industry. One key focus is fraud and criminal activity, whose cost runs into the hundreds of billions of dollars per year or more. SDS labels many of these criminal activities including money laundering, credit card fraud, check ...
Lagrangian observations of the biological carbon pump - LivestreamJoin us for the UC Davis Bodega Marine Laboratory Seminar Series, featuring speakers from within the marine sciences community and beyond.Speaker: Melisa Omand, University of Rhode IslandRegister at weblink to receive connection information
Where: Cost: Free
From Mountains to Molecules: Tackling Toxics To Protect People/Our PlanetDoes it seem like a new, potentially dangerous substance turns up almost every week in what we eat, wear, or use? Is it hard to keep track of what might harm our health and how to avoid it? What sources should we trust for information about the health hazards around ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $10 General, $5 Members
Thursday, 05/08/25
SynBioBeta 2025: The Global Synthetic Biology ConferenceReunite with 2,500+ Innovators and Recreate the Magic! Save the date for SynBioBeta 2025: The Global Synthetic Biology Conference, taking place from May 5-8, 2025, in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, San Jose. This event promises to be a transformative experience with over 180 content-rich sessions, 20+ diverse networking opportunities, ...
The EARNEST university consortium is an effort sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) that studies solutions for the future of the U.S. electricity system. EARNEST's first webinar series will focus on "U.S. Grid Reliability and Resilience". For this inaugural session, we will feature ongoing work by the EARNEST team ...
Geomagnetic storms result from incoming solar activity and are marked by large magnetic field variations that can damage power grids and infrastructure.Other natural hazards, like tsunamis and submarine eruptions, also produce distinct magnetic field variations. This is because they can significantly disturb ocean water (which is electrically conductive) and the ...
Distributed renewable resources owned by prosumers can be an effective way to strengthen the resilience of the grid and enhance sustainability. However, prosumers serve their own interests, and their objectives are unlikely to align with that of society. In this presentation we develop a bi-level model to study the optimal ...
A groundbreaking study from the University of Colorado Boulder suggests that ancient Mars was far from the cold, arid planet we know today. Led by Amanda Steckel, the research team utilized computer simulations to reveal that billions of years ago, Mars experienced significant precipitation - either rain or snow - ...
Jean-Baptiste Lamarck (1744-1829) was the Professor of Insects and Worms at the Museum of Natural History in Paris. Living through the storms of the French Revolution and Napoleonic period, he founded biology, coining the term to name a new science devoted to all and only living things, and authored the ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free
The Fundamental Universe, Looking for Zebras, and the World’s Largest Demolition Derby At CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC), protons collide at nearly the speed of light, unleashing a particle party that might reveal secrets beyond our wildest theories. But sifting through that data is like looking for a needle in a haystack - a needle unlike anything we’ve seen before. Join us ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Our Wild Watershed: Herons and EgretsJoin Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation for a presentation about these iconic and elegant wading birds, often spotted at the stunning Laguna de Santa Rosa. Discover the fascinating natural history of species tracked by the Heron and Egret Project, from the majestic Great Blue Heron to the striking Snowy Egret. ...
Mental health care in America has become nothing short of atrocious. Supposed developments in treatment methods and medication remain inaccessible to those who need them most. Countless people seeking treatment are routinely funneled into homelessness and prison while a mental-health epidemic ravages younger generations. It seems obvious that the system is ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General, member discounts
NightLife x Carnaval SFCarnaval SF is back to take over NightLife! Join our colorful celebration of music, dance, and artistry from Latin American, Caribbean, and Afrodiasporic cultures. Experience the joy of Carnaval throughout the museum with live performances, a pop-up mercado (marketplace), and more!
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
After Dark: Kinematic/KinestheticAdmire the artistry of movement with a performance by the acclaimed AXIS Dance Company, and learn all about motion and physics with our 700+ exhibits.Journey to the intersection of art, disability, and access technology. (at 7:00 pm) A groundbreaking work that integrates emerging and existing technologies, Kinematic/Kinesthetic expands movement potential ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95 18+, free for members
Heat Pump Water Heater Workshop - LivestreamJoin us for an engaging Green@Home workshop where you’ll discover how a heat pump water heater can make your home more energy-efficient and help you save money. Our electrification expert, Wei-Tai Kwok, will share his personal experience, answer your questions, and walk you through the benefits of upgrading. Plus, learn ...
Where: Cost: Free
The Future of Food and the Buzz of Science (18+)The Lawrence is abuzz with insect science! You’re invited for an evening of exploration of science both big and small! Witness a flaming firefly in Serenity, a striking fusion of art and engineering by Oakland’s own Flaming Lotus Girls. Meet and learn from expert scientists about insect biology and evolution. ...
Flycatchers are a difficult group of birds to identify. Cin-Ty Lee and Andrew Birch will guide you through the basics of flycatcher identification using a holistic approach. In this tutorial, you will learn how to use relative field marks, such as proportional lengths of tail and primaries, plumage contrasts, bill shape ...
Intelligent Design Theory (ID) is scorned by nearly all professional life scientists. Nevertheless, local and state boards of education throughout the United States have tried to mandate instruction in this “alternative” theory of evolution. Professor Nelson will discuss how ID succeeds politically even as it continues to fail scientifically. The ...
This talk will explore truffle biology and biodiversity and present some recent taxonomic updates to North American truffles, including several newly described edible species.Ben Lemmond is a postdoctoral scholar in the Lofgren Lab at UC Berkeley, where his work explores the interaction between secondary metabolites and ectomycorrhizal symbioses using pine-associated ...
The current political economy is increasingly shifting toward protectionism and domestically centered policies, weakening the commitment to global processes such as those facilitated through the United Nations.However, there are challenges??"particularly those related to the oceans??"that cannot be identified or solved in isolation. Some are clear-cut: certain fish stocks migrate across ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Saturday, 05/10/25
Family Nature Adventures: Let’s Chat About Scat - Tracking Animals of the Redwood Forest!Get the scoop on poop and uncover the wild secrets of our local fauna! Learn how to identify animals by their tracks, eating habits, and yes - scat! Dive into the fascinating clues these creatures leave behind. Take your new skills into the forest on a guided walk to uncover ...
Where: OaklandCost: $25 General, $35 ages 3 - 8, $10 off members
Robo Lab at CuriOdysseyDo you have an interest in building and design? Come check out our Robo Lab! Over four hours, participants will get to tour our exhibits workshop and see how the engineering process plays out. You will design your own circuits as an introduction to electricity, then build and test your ...
Where: San MateoCost: $130-$150
STEM Day (Five Dollar Day)Join The Lawrence for one of our signature Five Dollar Days as we commemorate the 75th anniversary of the National Science Foundation (NSF)! STEM Day is a celebration of the innovative work The Lawrence and UC Berkeley has done to shape science education in schools and other learning spaces like ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $5
Tinker, Code & Create!Meet us in the Tinkering Studio for a hands-on, interactive experience where art, science, and technology collide. We’re celebrating the 75th anniversary of the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the innovative Exploratorium projects it helps sustain. Try out creative coding activities - developed by our Computational Tinkering team with NSF support ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Family Nature Adventures: Mother’s Day Tea Party & Flower WorkshopMake Mother’s Day unforgettable with a perfect mix of creativity, nature, and cherished family moments! Enjoy a charming tea party experience perfect for honoring the special moms and caregivers in your life. Dive into the beauty of local flowers with a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to identify blooms ...
Where: OaklandCost: $25 General, $35 ages 3 - 8, $10 off members
Drug development requires a delicate balance between innovation, efficacy, safety, and regulatory compliance. This talk will explore the multifaceted process of bringing a new drug from the laboratory to the market, focusing on the critical role of regulatory affairs in ensuring patient safety and product quality. We will examine the ...
Where: Cost: Free
Mother’s Day Bath Bomb Workshop at The Tech InteractiveReserve your spot for The Tech Interactive's Bath Bomb Workshop to create magical memories and beautiful bath bombs for the special women in your life.Bring your child, mom, aunt, grandparent, or bestie for a fun day at The Tech, and craft your own bath bomb to take home or gift. ...
Where: San JoseCost: $14.00
Kinematic/KinestheticJourney to the intersection of art, disability, and access technology.A groundbreaking work that integrates emerging and existing technologies, Kinematic/Kinesthetic expands movement potential for both disabled and non-disabled dancers. Using assistive mobility devices, including telescoping crutches and robotic hexapod legs, the performers challenge the boundaries of both dance and technology.Performances at ...
New Zealand is home to a unique and fascinating avifauna, with many species found nowhere else on Earth. Its isolation has led to the evolution of an extraordinary array of endemic birds, from the iconic Kiwi to the rare Kakapo. John will share highlights from his birding journey through New ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: Free
Sunday, 05/11/25
World Migratory Bird Day: The Role of Community ScienceJoin us to learn about how community science impacts our understanding of bird migration. This presentation about online tools including eBird and iNaturalist will emphasize the strength in the data we can all contribute to. Participants will have a chance to investigate different bird species migration patterns via these community ...
Where: AlvisoCost: Free
Monday, 05/12/25
GEOS: A Multi-Physics Simulation Framework for Subsurface ApplicationsGEOS is an open-source simulation framework for modeling tightly coupled multi-physics processes in subsurface reservoirs, with a primary focus on geological carbon storage. Originally developed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in 2011 to study hydraulic fracture propagation in enhanced geothermal systems, the framework underwent a major redesign in 2016 as ...
Progress in neuroimaging research has allowed researchers not only to predict diverse individual choices, but also to forecast some of those choices out-of-sample at the aggregate scale (e.g., on the internet). Surprisingly, sampled brain activity sometimes supports better forecasts than sampled behavior. For instance, neuroforecasting research on crowdfunding and video ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
AI (R)evolutions in Observational AstronomyAI and machine learning have found applications in many fields, and astronomy is no exception. But while some see AI as an overhyped toy and others as an existential threat, astronomers have been using it for a while, out of necessity. With an overwhelming influx of data, these tools provide ...
Work on solid electrolytes for rechargeable lithium-based batteries is motivated by the potential benefits of lithium-metal anodes for a variety of applications, including electric vehicles. Dendrite formation has been the key challenge preventing commercialization of rechargeable lithium-metal batteries, so establishing, validating, and improving the dendrite resistance of electrolytes is a ...
Soils play a central role in the global carbon cycle and constitute a key component of natural climate solutions that require quantitative predictions of soil organic carbon (SOC) dynamics at local to regional scales. In hilly and mountainous settings, variations in uplift and stream incision generate gradients in erosion and ...
Artificial humanities is an interdisciplinary research framework for understanding the cultural, philosophical, and ethical dimensions of AI. This approach explores how the humanities - literature, history, and art - can deepen our understanding of artificial intelligence and its development. The talk will consider the role of fictional narratives in technology. ...
Sub-Neptunes, planets ranging in size between Earth and Neptune, are the most abundant type of exoplanets discovered to date. However, their nature remains enigmatic, as no such planets exist in our Solar System. Sub-Neptunes are hypothesized to be either bloated terrestrial planets (“super-Earths”), miniature giant planets (“mini-Neptunes”), or perhaps something ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
From Photons to Ions: The Electric Heart of the Artemis Lunar Space StationPresented by Jordan Gormaly and Ian Johnson, Maxar Space SystemsJoin the AIAA San Francisco Chapter for an exciting presentation from Maxar Space Systems engineers Jordan Gormaly and Ian Johnson, who will give an inside look at the Power and Propulsion Element (PPE) spacecraft - the first vital component of NASA’s ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free lecture, cost for optional food
Character Building - Bridging Code and Culture through UnicodeWhile many of us can seamlessly text and type in our native language, millions around the world lack that ability. Most living languages are not fully supported on digital platforms, raising a critical question: How can we ensure that every language-and the communities that speak them-can fully participate in the ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Skeptics in the PubThis is a casual night of socializing and feasting with fellow Bay Area folk in an Irish Pub on the Peninsula.Please join us! This is a free event brought to you by Bay Area Skeptics. All are welcome.
Where: MillbraeCost: Free
Wonderfest: Ask a Science Envoy: AI Memorization; Frog SecretsWonderfest Science Envoys are early-career researchers with enhanced communication skills and aspirations. Following short talks on provocative modern science topics, these two Science Envoys will answer questions with insight and enthusiasm:Stanford computer scientist Nicole Meister on Has ChatGPT Memorized the Internet? - Large Language Models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT, have recently gained widespread popularity. Trained ...
New Zealand is home to a unique and fascinating avifauna, with many species found nowhere else on Earth. Its isolation has led to the evolution of an extraordinary array of endemic birds, from the iconic Kiwi to the rare Kakapo. John will share highlights from his birding journey through New ...
