CapSciComm Professional Workshop, October 19th: Power of the Photographic Image

We all know a picture is worth a thousand words. For scientists and communicators alike, this adage is ever more true in today’s dazzling, visual world of digital media — and leveraging the power of photography in science storytelling is the focus of our CapSciComm Professional Workshop on October 19th! “The Power of the Photographic Image in TellingContinueContinue reading “CapSciComm Professional Workshop, October 19th: Power of the Photographic Image”

Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for October 2016

“At the Crossroads of Science & Politics: Analysis & Advocacy in Sustainable Transportation” Science Night Live with the WOW Wednesday, Oct. 5th, 2016 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. World of Wonders Science Museum 2 North Sacramento Street, Lodi FREE TO ATTEND Wine/beer cash bar and food truck on site Join your host Nick Gray, Education DirectorContinueContinue reading “Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for October 2016”

Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for September 2016

  Plant Sensing & Communication Davis Science Café Wednesday, September 14th, 2016 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. G Street WunderBar 228 G St, Davis, California 95616 FREE TO ATTEND Complimentary soft drinks courtesy UCD Department of Math and Physical Sciences Each month, Professor Jared Shaw with the UC Davis Department of Chemistry hosts the Davis Science Café, featuring scientistsContinueContinue reading “Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for September 2016”

[Cancelled] CapSciComm Science Tour, Sept. 9th: Robert Mondavi Institute

  ***Note from the CapSciComm Board: Due to logistical issues, it was necessary to cancel this event. We apologize for the disappointment, and we will be sure to keep the Mondavi Institute in our sights for future CapSciComm outings! Those who have purchased tickets will be refunded. Once again, our apologies.*** Our CapSciComm Science Tour seriesContinueContinue reading “[Cancelled] CapSciComm Science Tour, Sept. 9th: Robert Mondavi Institute”

Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for August 2016

Corn: Diversity and Origins Davis Science Café Wednesday, August 10th, 2016 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. G Street WunderBar 228 G St, Davis, California 95616 FREE TO ATTEND Complimentary soft drinks courtesy UCD Department of Math and Physical Sciences Each month, Professor Jared Shaw with the UC Davis Department of Chemistry hosts the Davis Science Café, featuring scientists who areContinueContinue reading “Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for August 2016”

CapSciComm Professional Workshop, July 27th: Talking Science to Normal People

Bringing science to the masses isn’t about “dumbing down your research.” It’s about being wise, being selective, and it’s about putting yourself in their shoes. And putting these ideas into public speaking practice is the focus of our CapSciComm Professional Workshop and Networking Social on July 27th! “Advice for Talking Science to Normal People” A CapSciComm Professional WorkshopContinueContinue reading “CapSciComm Professional Workshop, July 27th: Talking Science to Normal People”

Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for July 2016

Cancer – The Enemy Within Davis Science Café Wednesday, July 13th, 2016 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. G Street WunderBar 228 G St, Davis, California 95616 FREE TO ATTEND Complimentary soft drinks courtesy UCD Department of Math and Physical Sciences Each month, Professor Jared Shaw with the UC Davis Department of Chemistry hosts the Davis Science Café, featuring scientistsContinueContinue reading “Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for July 2016”

Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for June 2016

“Sugar: Is It Really a Villain?” UC Davis CTSC Science Café Monday, June 13th, 2016 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Old Soul Co. 40 Acres 3434 Broadway, Sacramento FREE TO ATTEND The UC Davis Clinical and Translational Science Center (CTSC) has launched a new science café series in Sacramento! Their debut event is on June 13th in OakContinueContinue reading “Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for June 2016”

CapSciComm Professional Workshop, May 26th: Getting People to Care About Science

Can we communicate science to the public with the panache and creativity of commercial advertising? Is it possible to accurately explain scientific concepts and strike emotional chords with different audiences? If these questions pique your mind, then join us for our CapSciComm Professional Workshop and Networking Social on May 26th! “Getting People to Care About Science” A CapSciComm Professional WorkshopContinueContinue reading “CapSciComm Professional Workshop, May 26th: Getting People to Care About Science”

Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for May 2016

“Sorting Facts from Truth: Science as a Way of Knowing” Science Night Live with the WOW Wednesday, May 4th, 2016 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. World of Wonders Science Museum 2 North Sacramento Street, Lodi FREE TO ATTEND Wine/beer cash bar and food truck on site Join your host Nick Gray, Education Program Coordinator at the WOW,ContinueContinue reading “Science Café Events in Sacramento Region for May 2016”