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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October 17, 2015
AMC River East 21
33 East Illinois Street, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Science and Society
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. Read more…
October 7, 2015
Revolution Brewing
3016 N Albany Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
Program Series:
Life Science
Chicago Council on Science and Technology and the Field Museum are proud to present “Evolution at the South Pole” as part of the Field’s Evolution at Revolution series.
Hosted by Emily Graslie of the BrainScoop, the series serves as an exploration of evolution with Field scientists.
October 6, 2015
Geek Bar Beta
1941 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and Environment
The United Nations has recognized 2015 as the International Year of Soils, yet how many of us appreciate the fact that we can’t eat, breathe, drink, or maintain healthy communities without good soil. Let’s talk dirty and explore the diverse and complex world of soil as well as how local scientists manage soil systems to maintain ecosystem services. Read more…
October 1, 2015
Northwestern University, Chicago Campus, Baldwin Auditorium
303 East Superior Street, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Life Science
The Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies, or “BRAIN Initiative,” is a major research program recently announced by the National Institute of Health.
September 15, 2015
Geek Bar Beta
1941 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Science and Society
Aaron Freeman is a renaissance man: a comedian, science enthusiast, and neuroscience instructor. For years he has combined his skills as a comedian with his passion for teaching the world about science. At C2ST Speakeasy he will talk about comedy as a tool for teaching, and how educators can learn a thing or two from comics. C2ST’s own “Comedian-In-Residence” will wax comic about his sci-curious observations on his three favorite subjects. Read more…
September 1, 2015
Geek Bar Beta
1941 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Life Science
It is well-known that there is strong relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and health outcomes. What is behind this association and why does it matter? In this talk, Dr. Tallman will speak about the links between SES and health outcomes and how psychological stress may be a key factor in understanding the SES gradient in health.
