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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March 29, 2012
Northwestern University, Chicago Campus, Hughes Auditorium
303 E Superior St, Chicago, IL, United States
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and Environment
Abstract:
Diplomats of the Chinese Consulate General in Chicago will discuss China’s current research and development program to produce energy in an environmentally benign fashion. The discussion will cover Chinese activities in the alternative energy arena including hydro, nuclear, wind, solar, clean coal and other green energy production endeavors. Read more…
March 16, 2012
Northwestern University, Chicago Campus, Hughes Auditorium
303 E Superior St, Chicago, IL, United States
Program Series:
Physical Science
Abstract:
Times change, literally, for human culture and the Cosmos as a whole.
According to astrophysicist Adam Frank, specific human conceptions of time don’t last forever and our “modern” version is already in the midst of a radical change. Read more…
February 22, 2012
Northwestern University, Chicago Campus, Hughes Auditorium
303 East Superior Street, Chicago, IL, United States
Program Series:
Technology and Engineering
Abstract:
Nanoscale materials have a great potential for positive societal impact. For example synthesized nanoscale materials and systems can be used to create innovative applications and technologies that solve problems in the biological and medical sciences. Read more…
February 11, 2012
Gene Siskel Film Center
164 North State Street, Chicago, IL, United States
Program Series:
Science and Society
137 Films in association with The Chicago council on Science and Technology Present “a-work-in-progress’ screening of The Believers.
January 31, 2012
Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), McCormick Tribune Campus Center, McCloska Auditorium
3201 South State Street, Chicago, IL, United States
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and Environment
Abstract:
The dependence on oil and other fossil fuels for over 80% of our energy and the continued emission of carbon dioxide threatening stable climate are captured in a single term: sustainability. Although we generally agree that sustainability is valuable, there is less agreement on how much sustainability is necessary or desirable. Read more…
January 19, 2012
Northwestern University, Chicago Campus, Hughes Auditorium
303 E Superior St, Chicago, IL, United States
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and Environment
Abstract:
Fracking is a step in the production of gas and oil by the high pressure fragmentation of shale using water, sand and chemicals. Using fracking to produce shale oil and shale gas has the potential to make the United States largely independent of foreign sources of natural gas and significantly less dependent on foreign sources of oil. Read more…