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Chicago Council on Science and Technology (C2ST) presents “Out for the Sperm Count: Mysteries of a Declining Resource”
CHICAGO, Illinois (September 2, 2013) –For several decades, there has been mounting evidence of declining human sperm counts in various industrialized populations. But there are marked differences in occurrence and timing between regions, suggesting an environmental effect. Sperm counts have not yet declined to levels where fertility is severely threatened, but how serious is the problem and what might the future hold for our species?
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chicago Council on Science and Technology (C2ST) presents “Out for the Sperm Count: Mysteries of a Declining Resource”
CHICAGO, Illinois (September 2, 2013) – For several decades, there has been mounting evidence of declining human sperm counts in various industrialized populations. But there are marked differences in occurrence and timing between regions, suggesting an environmental effect. Sperm counts have not yet declined to levels where fertility is severely threatened, but how serious is the problem and what might the future hold for our species?
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By Utsav Gandhi, IIT News
One of the many perks of being a student is to be able to attend networking events in our backyard of Chicago’s thriving entrepreneurial scene; on a deeply discounted or free basis. One of these many opportunities is the Chicago Council on Science and Technology’s periodic programs, seminar and discussion series. Established in 2007 to “educate, engage and advocate an increased public understanding of science and technology’s impact on society”, the Council brings together some of the most dynamic communities in the Chicagoland area; including universities, research and development centers as well as industry experts to talk about scientific developments. On September 10th, 2013 the entrepreneurship hub of 1871 in Merchandise Mart hosted “The Landscape of Techpark Innovation;” an interactive discussion on incubators – and how these entrepreneurial idea factories could prove to be keys to America’s economic progress. Continue reading “1871 hosts C2ST event with strong IIT presence”
By Crystin Immel and Shanika Gunaratna contributing producers, WTTW’s Chicago Tonight
How do tech incubators work, and what’s the real story behind this growing scene in Chicago? Our panel of experts – from both universities and private incubators — weigh in.
The Chicago Council on Science & Technology is hosting an event on Sept. 10 called The Landscape of Techpark Innovation. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
