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Science Social #13 – Hang out with other interesting science fans!

Cork Lounge 1822 W. Addison, Chicago

This is a casual opportunity socialize and network with others who like science. ISC invites you to hang out for drinks and casual conversation with other science fans. Whether you work in science or are just interested in science discoveries and research, this is a great time to meet like-minded folks!

Free – $5
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Science Social #12 We get to beta-test a social game!

Half Sour Chicago 755 S. Clark Street, Chicago

If you're a fan of science, join us for this casual opportunity to meet and socialize with others who like science. At this event, we get to help a researcher beta test a game!

Free – $10
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2025 CIERA Annual Public Lecture — “A New Eye on the Universe Opens: The Vera C. Rubin Observatory”

Northwestern University - Technological Institute 2145 Sheridan Road, Evanston

Harvard astronomer and experimental physicist Professor Christopher W. Stubbs gives the CIERA annual public lecture. He will discuss the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, based in Chile, which will provide new insights into "dark matter," the mysterious substance that comprises 90% of the mass in our own Milky Way galaxy, as well as "dark energy," which is driving the runaway expansion of the Universe.

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Science Comedian Ben Miller @ Lincoln Lodge

The Lincoln Lodge 2040 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago

Stand-Up Science Presents: Volcano An hour of volcano jokes from NYC based scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller.   About […]

$15

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The Future of Nuclear Power in the United States

Energy is one of the most important resources for humanity in the 21st century, and electricity is the most common form of energy.[1] The primary sources of electricity generation in the US include, but are not limited to, natural gas, nuclear fission, solar and wind....

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