Lectures & Public Events
Upcoming Lectures & Events
The Secret Life of Viruses
Viruses exist in the hazy zone between the living and the nonliving. Though too small to see, they profoundly affect our lives from annoying colds to deadly Ebola. They spread invisibly from person to person and then attack humans from within. This talk will address the basic question of “What is a virus?” and look at the special properties that distinguish virus from more conventional life forms as well as those features which viruses and humans have in common.
The lecture is free and open to the public. It will be held outdoors next to the Cantor Arts Center.
State of Energy Address—Are We on the Right Track?
It’s been six months since a new administration came into power in Washington. The election campaign focused on energy efficiency, incentives for development of solar and wind energy, even construction of new nuclear power plants. Has the new administration walked the talk? What policies have been changed or initiated and how effective are they likely to be? Come join us for a critical analysis of the new plans and policies coming out of Washington, D.C.
The lecture is free and open to the public. It will be held outdoors next to the Cantor Arts Center.
Long Life in the 21st Century
We are approaching a watershed moment in human history. By 2030, the number of people over 65 will surpass the number of children under 15. To the extent that people arrive at old age mentally sharp, physically fit, and financially secure, long-lived societies will thrive. This talk will focus on “longevity science”-- the ways science and technology offer alternatives to catastrophic predictions about societies that are overburdened by frail elders. Learn about advances in science that can form the basis of a culture in which we improve quality of life at all ages.
The lecture is free and open to the public. It will be held outdoors next to the Cantor Arts Center.
All Lectures & Events
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