Upcoming Events
C2ST achieves its mission by hosting relevant, independent, and credible public STEM programs across all scientific fields at locations throughout Chicagoland. With nine out of ten program attendees’ expectations fulfilled, our supporters agree that C2ST is accomplishing its mission of increasing the public’s understanding of science and technology.
We are dedicated to providing a professional and inclusive environment for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, or religion. Please be respectful of diversity in individuals and in cultures at our events.
Miss an event? Anyone across the globe can access our STEM program library by visiting our YouTube channel, C2ST TV. Also be sure to follow us on Facebook, where we livestream many of our programs.
Check out below what programs we have planned and discover what we’ve hosted in the past.
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August 12, 2024
6:00 pm
– 7:30 pm
Harold Washington Library
400 South State Street, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and EnvironmentScience and SocietyTechnology and Engineering
Join us for an illuminating panel discussion on the transformative future of air travel, Electric Horizons: The Future of Sustainable Air Travel. As the aviation industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact, alternative fuels emerge as a beacon of innovation and sustainability. This event will bring together leading experts, innovators, and industry pioneers to explore the cutting-edge developments and challenges in sustainable aviation. Join C2ST at Harold Washington Library on August 12th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm and talk with Venkat Srinivasan, the director of the Argonne Collaborative Center for Energy Storage Science (ACCESS) and deputy director of the Joint Center for Energy Storage Research (JCESR) at Argonne National Laboratory, Joseph P. Schwieterman, Director of the Chaddick Institute at DePaul University, and R. Eric Jones, Associate Dean and Professor of Aviation at Lewis University.
January 18, 2024
7:00 pm
– 8:00 pm
Facebook Live and C2ST YouTube TV
Program Series:
Life ScienceScience and Society
Hormones help regulate various body processes such as growth, metabolism, mood, and reproduction. We can think of our body’s endocrine system as one that acts like a communication hub where hormones are used as messengers! Certain chemicals, which can be natural or human-made, can play tricks by either mimicking hormones, blocking them, or interfering with their production or breakdown; We call these sneaky trickster chemicals endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). EDCs can be found in things we use every day like certain plastics, pesticides, and some products like cosmetics or cleaning agents. In short, we are exposed to EDCs through the air, water, or food we consume. What are the potential effects of subjection to these disruptors, even in small amounts? What health concerns should we be looking out for as a result of exposure? Join C2ST and Dr. Jodi Flaws to learn more about the impacts of endocrine-disrupting chemicals on reproductive health and more!
December 5, 2023
6:30 pm
– 8:30 pm
Instituto Cervantes
Instituto Cervantes, West Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Science and Society
C2ST is partnering with Instituto Cervantes for a conversation between María Blasco, Scientific Director of the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) and Head of the Telomeres and Telomerase Group (CNIO); Human Cell Atlas leader Sarah Teichmann, and artist Daniel Canogar, renowned for his algorithm-based installations, as they discuss their collaboration at the intersection of art, science, and technology.
November 9, 2023
6:30 pm
– 8:30 pm
1871
1871, West Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Science and SocietyTechnology and Engineering
How will AI shape our world and what must be done to regulate its use? We’ve invited experts to share their thoughts with you. Read more…
October 14, 2023
9:00 am
– 2:30 pm
Museum of Science and Industry
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, South DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Science and Society
Learn about cool jobs and hot careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) straight from the professionals at our Museum-wide career celebration.
July 21, 2023
8:30 am
– 12:30 pm
University of Illinois at Chicago - Student Center East Room 605
750 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and EnvironmentScience and Society
Are you experiencing information overload? Increase awareness and confidence in knowing types of communication and becoming allies in propagating ACCURATE information.
Empower yourself, bring friends and neighbors, and register NOW to attend this FREE workshop appropriate for ages 12+. *Please bring a SMART device
