Events

Science Event Pick: The Great Tennessee Monkey Trial

Science Event Pick: The Great Tennessee Monkey Trial

On January 22nd, there will be a staged re-enactment of the legendary trial that brought the debate to the forefront, staged at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco. The play will feature content based entirely on the transcripts of the trial. Good ol' Ed Asner will be starring.

 
Science Event Review— Ask a Scientist: How Computers Look at Art

Science Event Review— Ask a Scientist: How Computers Look at Art

What's amazing is that I knew nothing, nada, zip, zilch about art history and computer modeling prior to 7pm last night. I still don't know much, but enough to talk about it with my wife and friends. That's the brilliant thing about these informal science events, the information sticks with you.

 
Science Event Pick: Gobble, Gobble– Science for Foodies

Science Event Pick: Gobble, Gobble– Science for Foodies

Here in the Bay Area, we're known the world around as foodies, especially given the recent popularity of the Slow Food Festival. As we approach the biggest food holiday of the year, it's a great opportunity to think about the science behind all of these scrumptious meals.