The Science & Society (SS) Series presents topics at the intersection of science, public policy, social issues, and daily life. These programs allow active engagement between policy makers, scientists and program participants.
Previous SS events have covered science in films, Women in STEM, the science of music, science education policy, gender stereotypes, and how curiosity-driven research impacts society.
Distinguished SS speakers have included Cristal Thomas, former Deputy Governor of Illinois; Robbert Dijkgraaf, Ph.D., Director of the Institute for Advanced Study and Leon Levy Professor; and Lawrence Krauss, Ph.D., Foundation Professor in the School of Earth and Space Exploration and Physics Department, and Inaugural Director of the Origins Project at Arizona State University.
Abstract: During the first four decades of the 20th century, including both World War I and World War II, some archaeologists functioned within the fledgling intelligence communities as agents, analysts, and supervisors. They had local knowledge and technical expertise useful in generating military and political intelligence to advance their countries’ wartime agendas. Continue reading “Spies, Satellites and Archaeology: Mapping the Ancient Middle East”
TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxWindyCity, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxWindyCity event, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.
Abstract: The Chicago FBI office will overview the FBI’s Evidence Response Team’s mission, training, and field work including their use of special forensic equipment and expertise. The talk will also highlight training requirements that ensure a high level of competence during the collection of evidence that can be introduced in courts throughout the U.S. and the World. Continue reading “Crime, Evidence and the Law”
Come join C2ST, Illinois Science and Technology Coalition (ISTC), Illinois Science Teachers Association (ISTA), the ARCS Foundation, and the Illinois Science Council (ISC) in an informal interactive showcase of initiatives and opportunities ongoing in the Science and Technology community. Continue reading “Science and Technology Member Networking Event”
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Pablo Picasso’s (1881-1973) masterful metamorphoses extend beyond the manipulation of painted surfaces to his pioneering introduction of industrial, commonplace materials into the fine art’s studio. The Art Institute of Chicago’s 17 Picasso paintings dated from 1901 to 1959 span the artist’s career. Continue reading “CSI: Picasso”
Where: In front of Building 203 at Argonne National Laboratory, 9700 S. Cass Avenue, Lemont, Illinois 60439
When: Saturday, September 15, 2012, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
What: Find us at Argonne during the “Energy Showcase” open house on Saturday, September 15th and ask our featured scientists, anything you want about science, technology, and the physical world!
