Saturday, May 1: The Science, Technology, and Policy Crossroads symposium explores the intersection of science, technology and policy, bringing together the greater Cambridge academic community interested in science and technology policy issues and their impact on society.
Monday, May 3: John Deutch, an Institute Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency explains why United States energy policy has failed over the last forty years to put the country on a path toward greater energy efficiency, less imports, less risk of climate change, and more rapid innovation and recommends changes to the policy making process.
Tuesday, May 4: Nat Logar, Research Fellow, Energy Technology Innovation Policy program fellow presents "Institutions for Energy Innovation: Science and Technology Decision-Making at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory" at the Energy Policy Seminar Series.
The Cambridge Science Festival is a celebration showcasing Cambridge as an internationally recognized leader in science, technology, engineering and math. A multifaceted, multicultural event every spring, the Cambridge Science Festival makes science accessible, interactive and fun for everyone!
"Financing the Transition to a Low Carbon and Climate Resilient Society, with Implications for China" Dr. Yannick Glemarec, UNDP/GEF Executive Coordinator and UNDP Director of Environmental Finance, United Nations Development Programme.
Richard Heinberg, Senior Fellow In Residence at the Post-Carbon Institute and one of the world's foremost peak oil educators, will discuss how the rapid depletion of fossil fuels and accelerating global climate disruption are creating unprecedented challenges for global society in the twenty-first century.
Patterns are an essential aspect of the natural worlds, from the microscopic aspects of chemical structure to the macroscopic array of objects in the sky. This day-long symposium will address aspects of natural patterns and how they are generated and analyzed in diverse scientific disciplines.
JosephB.MartinConferenceCenter, AmphitheaterHarvardMedicalSchoolBoston, MA
This meeting will focus on forefront research at the leading edge of the Synthetic Biology field, with an emphasis on science-driven technology development relating to medicine, sustainability, ecology, and nanotechnology. Registration required.
"Potential New Natural Gas Supplies for New England: Panacea or Curse?"
Distinguished panel of leading experts from across the U.S. and Canada address New England's commodity and infrastructure outlook in light of dynamic changes in conventional and unconventional gas production. http://www.raabassociates.org/main/roundtable.asp
"Advent of complex life and the Neoproterozoic-Cambrian transition."
Speakers: Tanja Bosak, Alysha Heimberg, Dan Lahr, Elizabeth Turner, Catherine Rose, Ross Mitchell, Boz Wing, Tais Dahl, Ben Gill, Christian Hallmann, Hilary Close, Seth Young
A student led symposium exploring the intersection of science, technology and policy, bringing together the greater Cambridge academic community interested in science and technology policy issues and their impact on society. Registration required.
Weatherization includes measures such as adding additional insulation, caulking windows and door frames, switching out lightbulbs and more. Pizza provided.
BelferCenter Library (L369) HarvardKennedySchool 79 JFK St.Cambridge, MA
"Nuclear Fuel Cycle." Dr. Ernest J. Moniz, Cecil and Ida Green Professor of Physics and Engineering Systems, Director of the Energy Initiative, and Director of the Laboratory for Energy and the Environment, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. RSVP required.
Bell Hall - BelferBuildingHarvardKennedySchool 79 JFK St.Cambridge, MA
"Institutions for Energy Innovation: Science and Technology Decision-Making at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory." Nat Logar, Research Fellow, ETIP.
Reading and discussion group on diverse topics in ecology. Visit the website for topics of discussion. All interested researchers are welcome and lunch is provided.
[RSVP required] As a participant in the Perspectivity Game you will experience what it is like to wear the hat of politicians in international negotiations. Under severe time pressure, you will have to make decisions that best serve all of your country’s interests, with a central focus on the ever-present tradeoff between sustainability and economic development. Contact Name: Tony Tran tones@mit.edu
Bingham McCutchen LLP One Federal Street, Boston, MA
Explore the available early stage capital funding options for CleanTech startups in New England and learn what it takes to successfully attract capital from Boston-area funding sources. Registration and fee (students $20). http://thecapitalnetwork.org/programs.upcoming.php
Reading and discussion group on diverse topics in ecology. Visit the website for topics of discussion. All interested researchers are welcome and lunch is provided.
Always check the calendar on the website for updated information. If you would like to submit an event to the calendar, contact Lisa Matthews at the Center for the Environment: lisa_matthews@harvard.edu. Be sure to sign up to receive the HUCE newsletter.
