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Exciting new lecture series presented by the OSHER Institute
The OSHER Institute offers a rich and evolving array of courses, lectures, and special activities to enhance the lives of its members. You won't want to miss our upcoming lecture series entitled “Hidden Worlds of Science” where top University of Utah professors will take you into a world of amazing scientific discovery and wonder.
Here's the lineup of interesting lectures:
| Date & Time | Subject | Presenter |
|---|---|---|
| Wed. April 4th | Hidden Worlds of Forest Canopies | Nalini Nadkarni |
| Wed. April 11th | Hidden Worlds of Plant Poisons | Phyllis Coley |
| Wed. April 11th | Hidden Worlds of Medicines in Tropical Rainforests | Tom Kursar |
| Wed. April 18th | Hidden Worlds of Life on Other Planets | Margie Chan |
| Wed. April 25th | Hidden Worlds of The Rio Mesa | Sylvia Torti |
| Wed. May 2th | Hidden Worlds of the Human Body | Mark Nielsen |
| Wed. May 9th | Hidden Worlds of Ants and Tropical Insects | Jack Longino |
Above photo is Nalini Nadkarni talking about the incredible diversity found in forrest canopies. For more information about this lecture series, please visit The OSHER Institue website or call the office of continuing education at the University of Utah at (801) 581-6461.
Math is beautiful.
Engraving detail from Perspecitva Corporum Regularium c. 1568 by Wenzel Jamnitzer
Image courtesy of Ian McSheffeild
University of Utah
Romanesco broccoli, or Roman cauliflower, is an edible flower that displays near perfect self-symmetry.
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Exciting New Lecture Series
The CSME and OSHER Institute present an amazing new lecture series called "Hidden Worlds of Science". Learn more and see the line up of lectures including one about ants!
New Fellowship Opportunity
Thing Globally Learn Locally is offering an stipend fellowship to develop and teach hands-on scientific activities to K-12 students in Utah. Learn more about this opportunity by downloading the TGLL Solicitation.doc. Deadline for applications is February 16, 2012.
New Internship Program Announced
We (CSME) are offering a new internship program for a mass communication major to learn science communication by working directly with a scientist on campus. Learn more about this excellent opportunity.
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