Join C2ST as we connect with researchers LIVE from the NSF-funded telescope projects in the South Pole and Chile to unlock some great mysteries to the origin of the cosmos. Continue reading “Mapping the Origins of the Universe”
Join us to take a tour of some local wetlands while learning about innovative research methodologies from the scientists who implement them. The Great Lakes are one of the world’s most incredible freshwater resources, comprising 20% of the world’s surface freshwater; however, many of us do not fully appreciate how impressive they are. Shedd Aquarium is a key cog in preserving the integrity, health and biodiversity of the Great Lakes region for the plants, animals and people that depend on them. To further that mission, Shedd has a team of research experts who are not only dedicated to Great Lakes conservation initiatives, but also to informing and involving the public in those efforts. Continue reading “Conservation Stories: Shedd Aquarium’s Local Freshwater Research”
By Robert J. Kriss, C2ST Editor
In 1995 Argonne National Laboratory built a machine known as the Advanced Photon Source (“APS”) which generates X-rays capable of detecting the atomic structure of many different substances, including viruses. Over the last two and a half decades, scientists have used the APS to help develop more effective vaccines against infectious diseases.
Continue reading “Argonne X-Ray Machine Plays Key Role in COVID-19 Vaccine Development”
Dr. Charles Macal shares how his work has helped predict the spread of COVID, and how modeling is an important tool for stopping future pandemics. COVID-19 has been dominating our lives and the news for more than a year now. Behind those news stories were scientists from a wide variety of fields working together to understand the virus, how it spread, and how best to beat it. Continue reading “Modeling Chicago for the COVID-19 Pandemic”
Ticket sales for this event conclude on February 8th at 11:30 pm!
Experience an intimate culinary-science “meet cute” that is sure to spark your curiosity. Renowned Michelin Star chef, Giuseppe Tentori, and nutritionist, Dr. Britt Burton-Freeman will guide you and your loved ones in an exclusive evening preparing the perfect Valentine’s Day dinner: beef tenderloin with roasted brussels sprouts, truffle sauce, and butternut squash. Continue reading “Curious Cuisine: Cooking with Giuseppe Tentori”
Join C2ST and Dr. Eric Gorscak for our monthly Science and Sandwiches Program! On the first Friday of every month, we will be sitting down with an expert during the lunch hour to chat about life, about science, careers, a day on the job, and whatever else you’re interested in learning about them–within reason, anyways. Continue reading “Science and Sandwiches featuring Eric Gorscak, PhD”
