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American Museum of Natural History Presents: Milstein Science Series: Polar Bears
American Museum of Natural History 175-208 79th Street, Central Park West, NY, United StatesJoin us on the eve of International Polar Bear Day to celebrate this phenomenal species. Learn about its behavior, diet, territory and how climate change has made it a vulnerable species. This family-friendly festival dives into all things polar bear with activities, show-and-tell with Museum collections, and an interactive theater performance. Plus, scientists will be […]
The First AI Simulation of the Universe is Fast and Accurate — and We Don’t Know Why
Simons Foundation 160 5th Ave, New York, NY, United StatesA full understanding of the evolution of the universe’s structure is one of the holy grails of modern astrophysics. Astrophysicists survey large volumes of the universe and compare the findings to computer simulations. Simulating the movement of billions of particles over billions of years is a daunting task, however, even when using the simplest physical […]
Quantum Summit: From Research to Reality
New Lab 19 Morris Ave, Building 128, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesIn partnership with Columbia University, NYU and Yale University About this Event Quantum Summit: From Research to Reality is a half-day immersive event at New Lab showcasing the science and talent occurring within NY region academic institutions. We will hear future visions of quantum from leading researchers and the tangible steps that universities are taking […]
Met Symposium—Making Marvels: Science and Splendor at the Courts of Europe
The Met Fifth Avenue - The Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium 1000 5th Avenue, New York, NY, United StatesScholars consider the rich variety of treasures assembled for courtly collections in early modern Europe in this all-day symposium presented in conjunction with the Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibition Making Marvels: Science and Splendor at the Courts of Europe.
11th Annual History of Medicine and Public Health Night – Part I
New York Academy of Medicine 1216 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, United StatesPlease join us for Part I of our 11th Annual History of Medicine Night. This special evening of selected short talks will address topics in the history of medicine and public health. Due to the number of quality submissions received, a second evening of presentations has been scheduled for Monday, March 9, 2020. Speakers and registration for that event […]