Scientists are among the most interesting people you’ll ever meet, and they do some of the most exciting and creative work imaginable. But for most of us, that work can often seem abstract and hard to grasp.
Back by popular demand, Joe Palca, NPR science correspondent, is ready once again to come to the rescue. He’s gathered a group of scientists—including two Nobel laureates—to join him for a series that offers insights into what they do and why it’s important to you. Informal conversations will reveal dynamic fields filled with innovation, passion, and promise that are worlds away from coolly clinical, lab-coated stereotypes. You’ll come away from these entertaining and accessible sessions with plenty of new information, as well as a deeper confidence in your ability to make the connection between science and your life. Last year’s series sold out, so be sure to reserve your spot soon.
Palca’s first guest is Eva Emerson, editor-in-chief of ScienceNews. She joins Palca to give an overview of what’s hot in science now and what we can look forward to in the future.
SERIES SCHEDULE (individual tickets available per session)
Nov. 18 Public Understanding of Science
Eva Emerson, editor-in-chief, ScienceNews
Dec. 16 The Origins of the Universe
John Mather, senior astrophysicist, Observational Cosmology Laboratory, NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center
Jan. 20 Molecular Biology
Carol Greider, Daniel Nathans professor and director of molecular biology and genetics, Johns Hopkins University
Feb. 17 Global Health
Anthony Fauci, director, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, NIH
March 17 Marine Biology
Seth Miller, fellow, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
5 sessions
PACKAGE CODE: 1B0-064
