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Bionics, Robotics, and the Future of Rehabilitation
Bionic limbs, robotic walking therapy, and brain stimulation are just some of the tools used to treat patients. Recent developments in the treatment of injuries and physical impairments have led to some amazing rehabilitation options for patients. Learn about the future of physical medicine and rehabilitation with our panel of experts in prosthetics, spinal cord injury, and cognitive and communication disorders. Continue reading “Bionics, Robotics, and the Future of Rehabilitation”
Food Evolution
Join C2ST and 2Blades for a film screening of the provocative documentary, FOOD EVOLUTION, followed by a discussion with a panel of experts in food technology, farming, and policy, including the director of the film, Scott Hamilton Kennedy.
Indigenous Science: Ethnobotany and Conservation Practices
The Illinois Bicentennial is an important marker for the history of Illinois citizens. A narrative that is often overlooked in history and science is that of Native Americans. To remedy this and enrich the Bicentennial celebration, C2ST, in partnership with the Trickster Gallery, Chicago City Markets and the Mitchell Museum, is hosting an Indigenous Science program. Continue reading “Indigenous Science: Ethnobotany and Conservation Practices”
Launching our new Threadless Store!
Here is your chance to rock some C2ST gear. Head over to our Threadless storefront and pick your desired merchandise and favorite design! You can also click the “Gear” button along the top navigation bar to access the store.
Profits from sales support our science programming throughout the city of Chicago.
Science in Film: Lessons from the Movie Armageddon
The film Armageddon is fiction; it suggests that humanity was in mortal danger until heroic actions saved us. Did you know that there are people who observe and secure improved orbits for near-Earth asteroids EVERY DAY? Their efforts have eliminated the chances of an extinction-level asteroid impact with Earth over the next 100 years or so. Did the film spur action that helped achieve this incredible decrease in risk? Was this due to increased public consciousness of the risk?
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