Lectures & Public Events
Lecture Series
Brainstorms
Brainstorms was a quarterly series highlighting research by Stanford faculty into the new frontiers of science and technology. It was hosted by the associate deans of the schools of Engineering, Medicine, and Humanities and Sciences, and was co-sponsored by Stanford Continuing Studies and Stanford’s Office of Science Outreach.
The final Brainstorms lecture of 2007-08 has been held. The series will likely be discontinued in 2008-09.
SLAC Public Lecture Series
Ever wonder what goes on at SLAC? Here is your chance to find out. The SLAC Public Lecture Series opens the doors to the inner workings of SLAC for the local nonscientific community.
Frontiers in Interdisciplinary Biosciences
An introduction to cutting-edge research involving interdisciplinary approaches to bioscience and biotechnology, intended for both specialists and non-specialists. Organized and sponsored by the Stanford Bio-X Program, three seminars each quarter address a broad set of scientific and technical themes related to interdisciplinary approaches to important issues in bioengineering, medicine, and the chemical, physical and biological sciences.
Community Day Lectures
Stanford Community Day is a free, all-day, family-oriented open house with more than 50 activities sponsored by campus departments and student groups. Typically held every other year in April, Community Day features hands-on demos, exhibits, faculty lectures, and guided tours related to Stanford's math, science and engineering programs. Other events and exhibits feature music, art, athletics, health, and culture.
Below is a sample of the science and engineering lectures given by Stanford faculty during the 2007 Community Day.
Wonderfest
Wonderfest is an annual weekend event each fall at Stanford and UC Berkeley featuring public lectures about science, high school science quizz competitions, and an award for a scientist who best popularizes science. The events are free and open to the public, so bring your whole familty!
Clayman Institute for Gender Research
The Michele R. Clayman Institute for Gender Research is an interdisciplinary center at Stanford focusing on women and gender in science, engineering, technology, mathematics, and business. The Institute's researchers conduct studies on the participation of girls and women in STEM fields and business, offers fellowships for visiting faculty and graduate students doing dissertation research on gender studies, and hosts scholarly as well as public events that promote a better understanding of gender issues in science, technology, and the workplace.
