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Failure: Why Science is So Successful

Those who practice science know that research is full of wrong turns, cul-de-sacs, mistaken identities, false findings, errors of fact and judgement, and only the occasional success. Firestein, the author of the highly praised Ignorance, argues that the view that science is infallible originates in an education system that teaches nothing but facts and is proliferated by media who report on discoveries but almost never on process. Continue reading “Failure: Why Science is So Successful”

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Failure: Why Science is So Successful

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Success takes failure.

Those who practice science know that research is full of wrong turns, cul-de-sacs, mistaken identities, false findings, errors of fact and judgement, and only the occasional success. Come hear Stuart Firestein, scientist and acclaimed author of the highly praised Ignorance, as he talks about his new book, Failure: Why Science is So Successful.

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C2ST Speakeasy: “A Diamond Age of Microelectronics” with Adam Khan

Since just after World War II, U.S. and global researchers have attempted to evolve diamond’s use beyond simple gem. With extreme material properties such as ultra hardness, complete transparency to visible light, ultra high thermal conductivity, ultra fast power and frequency handling and switching, diamond it would seem, would be a perfect fit for technological use.

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A Diamond Age of Microelectronics at Geek Bar Chicago’s SCIENCE! Tuesday

In modern electronics, speed, durability, and the ability to withstand heat are important properties. Diamonds, when used as a semiconductor, possess not only these characteristics, but have material properties such ultra-hardness, complete transparency to visible light, ultra-high thermal conductivity, ultrafast power and frequency handling and switching.

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Refresh My Memory

From “Memento” to “The Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,” amnesia is a common trope in movies—a powerful launching point to explore issues such as identity and emotion. This year’s Festival includes three films, “Embers,” “Open Tables,” and “Other Madnesses,” which portray characters with faulty memories. Continue reading “Refresh My Memory”

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#Neuroscience of Chicago #Cubs Fans

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C2ST Artist in Residence Aaron Freeman pretends to interview Stanford University Neurobiology professor Robert Sapolsky on the difference between the brains of Chicago Cubs fans and those of lesser beings. According to Sapolsky part of the difference may have to do with higher sustained levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine.