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SUMMARY:Speak Up for Science: March for Science
DESCRIPTION:In April\, 2017\, IL Science Council joined nearly sixty thousand Chicagoans\, marching together with science supporters in over 600 cities around the world\, to stand up for science\, asserting\, We are Chicago. We are the city of big shoulders and big science. Chicago is home to the most extraordinary breadth and depth of science research not found in any other city in America. This year on April 12th please join ISC again as we Speak Up for Science!  \nThe Field Museum and United Sciences of Chicago invite the city to join them at The Field’s south terrace on Museum Campus for Speak Up For Science\, the city’s official March for Science event: a science fair and rally to celebrate science and advocate for its advancement and protection. You’ll meet Field Museum scientists\, learn about concrete ways you can fight for the planet\, share your voice with legislators through a postcard-writing campaign\, explore the museum (for free)\, and more! Details here. \nBe sure to stop by ISC’s table to learn about the Chicago Science Festival coming up May 8-16 and the events we host year-round bringing science to Chicagoans.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/speak-up-for-science-march-madness/
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SUMMARY:Reptile Fest
DESCRIPTION:Reptile Fest features over 200 species of reptiles and amphibians from all over the globe. See amazing amphibians\, big boas\, captivating crocodilians and rare reptiles. Learn about these animals through educational displays from local hobbyists\, museums\, nature centers and zoos. Touch\, hold and interact with these often misunderstood animals while learning about conservation and captive care. Details here.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/reptile-fest/
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SUMMARY:The Future of Trees: Hope in a Changing Climate
DESCRIPTION:With extreme weather events\, flooding\, drought\, and habitat fragmentation on the rise\, will our trees be able to weather the storm? What will our parks\, preserves\, and urban landscapes look like in 50 or 100 years? C2ST is partnering with The Morton Arboretum for a compelling discussion with a panel of experts\, led by moderator Jerome McDonnell of WBEZ Radio’s Worldview. Learn more.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/the-future-of-trees-hope-in-a-changing-climate/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180410T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180410T230000
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SUMMARY:Symposium on Microgrids
DESCRIPTION:Northwestern Engineering\, the Northwestern Institute on Complex Systems (NICO)\, and the Buffett Institute for Global Studies are hosting a symposium that will discuss Renewable Energy Microgrids for Sustainable Development. Details here.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/symposium-on-microgrids/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180404T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180405T003000
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CREATED:20180226T060000Z
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SUMMARY:Science is a Verb. We Must Get Sciencing. The World Requires it!
DESCRIPTION:C2ST and ARCS Foundation\, Illinois Chapter are proud to present an evening with Bridget Coughlin\, president and CEO of the Shedd Aquarium\, as she discusses the need for science today. Learn more.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/science-is-a-verb-we-must-get-sciencing-the-world-requires-it/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180331T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180331T023000
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SUMMARY:ETOPiA Production of “Copenhagen”
DESCRIPTION:A play by Michael Frayn\, produced jointly with the University of Chicago’s STAGE Lab\, this year’s annual ETOPiA production is the play “Copenhagen”. \nDuring World War II\, the friendship of two Nobel Prize-winning physicists is tested by the prospect of providing Nazi Germany with the atomic bomb. A mysterious 1941 visit by German physicist Werner Heisenberg to his Danish mentor Niels Bohr leads to an explosive argument—the consequences of which may determine the fate of nations. More info and ticket details are linked.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/etopia-production-of-copenhagen/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180328T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180328T020000
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SUMMARY:Homewood-Flossmoor Science Pub
DESCRIPTION:The March Science Pub will feature a talk titled\, “The Arcade History Tour: Rampage and Game Design\,” presented by Brian Colin\, CEO of Game Refuge.  Doors open at 7 pm.  For more details\, click here.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/homewood-flossmoor-science-pub-2/
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SUMMARY:Argonne screening: The New Fire
DESCRIPTION:Join Argonne for a screening of a new documentary film called “The New Fire\,” followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker\, Dave Schumacher. Details here.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/argonne-screening-the-new-fire/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180325T150000
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Bee Forum: Honey Bee Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:What are your bees eating and what’s eating your bees?\nThe Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance hosts an annual Bee Forum to join local beekeepers and beekeeping experts to discuss relevant topics in the world of beekeeping\, in addition to building community with Chicagoland beekeepers.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/9th-annual-bee-forum-honey-bee-nutrition/
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SUMMARY:Science Riot Presented by C2ST
DESCRIPTION:Science Riot\, presented by the Chicago Council on Science and Technology\, will bring two science comedy storytelling shows to the city this spring. A lineup of real scientists will complete a crash course in comedy before presenting a short comedy talk about their expertise. Science Riot focuses on how to make their expertise relatable and interesting\, and funny! The first show is 3/23 at The Field Museum.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/science-riot-presented-by-c2st/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180319T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180320T010000
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SUMMARY:Personalized Medicine
DESCRIPTION:How can knowing your genetic code help you? Genetic conditions\, ones you are born with or are predisposed to\, affect people of all ages\, race\, and gender. The treatment for these conditions are not so universal and recent research shows that patient-specific treatment can produce a better response and reduce the risk of side effects. Knowing what diseases you’re predisposed to can even allow you to take preventive actions to drastically decrease your chances of getting the disease. Emerging technologies\, such as CRISPR-Cas9\, zinc finger\, and other gene therapies\, have brought personalized medicine to the forefront of medical research and hope for finding cures to genetic diseases. \nJoin C2ST\, Lurie Children’s Hospital\, and AbbVie for a panel discussion on the current clinical implications of personalized medicine\, how individualized therapies are designed\, and what the future of personalized medicine promises. Learn more here.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/personalized-medicine/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180316T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T010000
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CREATED:20180226T060000Z
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SUMMARY:Art with Heart: The Work of Biomedical Visualization Students
DESCRIPTION:Advances in computer graphics and imaging are generating new opportunities to aid in understanding the rapidly evolving discoveries in both science and healthcare. Masters students in the University of Illinois at Chicago Biomedical Visualization Program (BVIS) strive to harness these advancements through visual communication. See their exhibition at the International Museum of Surgical Science; details here. \nThe exhibit opens 3/16 and runs through 5/6/18. An opening reception will be held on 3/16/18.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/art-with-heart-the-work-of-biomedical-visualization-students/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180314T230000
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CREATED:20171228T060000Z
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SUMMARY:Pi Day "Pi K" 3.14-mile Fun Run/Walk - 2018-03-14
DESCRIPTION:ISC hosts its 6th Annual celebration of pi\, running and pie on “Pi Day\,” 3.14 2018\, or Wednesday\, March 14\, with the Pi Day “Pi K” fun run or walk and post-party featuring pizza\, pie and trivia with prizes! This celebration of math & pi will take place at Fleet Feet Sports running stores in and around Chicago. \nTickets go on sale at noon January 3\, 2018 at http://PiDayRun.org. \nThe Details…. \nRun Start & Course: \nThe 3.14-mile “Pi K” run or walk will start at 6:28pm (or 2 Pi) from the Fleet Feet store or nearby. Choose your location ticket wisely as changing is gonna cost you. Fleet Feet running experts will determine the course route. Maps will be available at check-in and possibly in advance. \nT-Shirts: \nA Pi K t-shirt will be given to each runner who registers by March 1. After that\, we can’t guarantee supply or sizes. The cotton shirt with the awesome Pi K logo is available in small\, medium\, large and x-large. \nPackets & Party:\nThere is positively NO PACKET pick-up prior to the run but there will be a pizza and pie party after! You’ll get your t-shirt when you check in. Bag check will be available at the stores and you can change clothes there\, so please arrive early. Post-run\, back at Fleet Feet\, there will be pizza\, pie\, beer\, and a trivia quiz with prizes! \nAwesome Partner!\nISC is thrilled to partner with Fleet Feet Sports\, Chicago’s top running source\, for this fun annual event. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities\, email Monica at info@IllinoisScience.org. \n \nWeather: \nThis is Chicago. Weather on March 14 could be warm and sunny\, or cold\, windy and wet. Please dress accordingly. Pi K takes place rain\, snow or shine. If cancellation is warranted due to severe weather conditions\, announcements will be made on the day of the run\, not in advance. There are no refunds. \nThe Significance of Pi:\nPi\, in case you don’t remember\, is abbreviated to 3.14 but continues indefinitely. To date\, it has been calculated by computer to over 1.2 trillion digits. Competitions exist for reciting the most digits by memory. As the world’s most famous mathematical constant\, Pi is important to many formulas used in mathematics\, science\, engineering and statistics. \nBenefits:\nYour body benefits because you’re exercising it with a slightly elongated 5K.\nYour brain benefits from cardio exercise\, thinking & learning about pi\, plus exercising it with our trivia quiz.\nYour heart & mind benefit because you appreciate that all event proceeds benefit ISC’s efforts to bring engaging public programs on science\, technology\, engineering and math to our community. \nWAIVER and RELEASE:\nWaiver of Responsibility: I know that participating in a running/walking event is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by a decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run/walk. I assume all risks associated with running/walking in this event including but not limited to: falls\, contact with other participants\, the effects of the weather\, including low temperature/high heat and/or humidity\, traffic\, and the conditions of the course\, all risk being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of my entry\, I\, for myself\, and anyone entitled to act on my behalf\, waive and release Illinois Science Council and its officers and employees\, DL ZIMCO\, Inc. d/b/a Fleet Feet Sports-Chicago and its officers and employees\, and all other sponsors\, individuals\, and volunteers associated with the event\, their representatives and successors and all claims of liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event. I attest and verify that I am physically fit and have sufficiently trained for the event. No refunds will be provided if race is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances or acts of nature. I realize that pictures taken at the race can be used for marketing materials and I consent that my image may be used.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/pi-day-pi-k-3-14-mile-fun-run-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180314T180000
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SUMMARY:Pi Day “Pi K” 3.14-mile Fun Run/Walk 2018 - 2018-03-14
DESCRIPTION:ISC hosts its 6th Annual celebration of pi\, running and pie on “Pi Day\,” 3.14\, or Wednesday\, March 14\,2018 with the Pi Day “Pi K” fun run or walk and post-party featuring pizza\, pie and trivia with prizes! It will take place at Fleet Feet Sports running stores in and around Chicago. \nTickets go on sale at noon January 3\, 2018 at PiDayRun.org. \nThe Details…. \nRun Start & Course: \nThe 3.14-mile run or walk will start at 6:28pm (or 2 Pi) from the Fleet Feet store or nearby. Choose your location ticket wisely as changing is gonna cost you. Fleet Feet running experts will determine the course route. Maps will be available at check-in and possibly in advance. \nT-Shirts: \nA Pi K t-shirt will be given to each runner who registers by March 1. After that\, we can’t guarantee supply or sizes. The cotton shirt with the awesome Pi K logo is available in small\, medium\, large and x-large. \nPackets & Party:\nThere is NO PACKET pick-up prior to the run but there positively will be a pizza and pie party after! You’ll get your t-shirt when you check in. Bag check will be available at the stores and you can change clothes there\, so please arrive early. Post-run\, back at Fleet Feet\, there will be pizza\, pie\, beer\, and a trivia quiz with prizes! \nAwesome Sponsor!\nISC is thrilled to partner with Fleet Feet Sports\, Chicago’s top running source\, for this fun annual event. If you are interested in partnership opportunities\, email Monica at info@IllinoisScience.org. \n \nWeather: \nThis is Chicago. Weather on March 14 could be warm and sunny\, or cold\, windy and wet. Please dress accordingly. Pi K takes place rain\, snow or shine. If cancellation is warranted due to severe weather conditions\, announcements will be made on the day of the run\, not in advance. There are no refunds. \nThe Significance of Pi:\nPi\, in case you don’t remember\, is abbreviated to 3.14 but continues indefinitely. To date\, it has been calculated by computer to over 1.2 trillion digits. Competitions exist for reciting the most digits by memory. As the world’s most famous mathematical constant\, Pi is important to many formulas used in mathematics\, science\, engineering and statistics.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/pi-day-pi-k-3-14-mile-fun-run-walk-2/
LOCATION:Fleet Feet Sports\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180314T050000
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SUMMARY:Pi Day Bakery & Restaurant Promotion
DESCRIPTION:Chicago-area residents get to celebrate Pi Day by acknowledging the importance of math\, and pi\, in our lives by enjoying pie-related specials and discounts. Illinois Science Council announces the 2018 list of Chicago-area bakeries and restaurants offering pie specials on Pi Day\, 3.14. Since 2009 ISC has recruited bakeries\, restaurants\, and pizza purveyors to offer pie-related specials on Pi Day for the public to enjoy for their own Pi Day celebrations. \nISC is a nonprofit promoting science\, technology\, engineering and math\, and also hosts the Pi Day “Pi K” 3.14-mile fun run in Chicago and Oak Park. When you visit to get your pie\, tell ’em ISC sent you! \nBAKERIES: \nBang\, Bang Pie Shop\, 2051 N California Av\, Chicago\, 773-276-8888\, Wednesday 7am-7pm and 4947 N Damen Av\, Chicago\, 773-530-9020\, Wednesday 8am-4pm\, BangBangPie.com. Offering 12 kinds of pie for pre-order/pickup\, plus in stores will be offering Horchata pie and cookies & cream pie. They’ll have custom Pi Day boxes\, in-store activities\, and everyone buying a slice of pie will get an “I Ate Pie Today” sticker. \nBennison’s Bakery\, 1000 Davis St\, Evanston\, 847-328-9434\, Wednesday 6am-7pm\, BennisonsCakes.com. Offering individual 4″ pies for $3.14 in apple\, strawberry rhubarb\, Boston cream and chocolate cream\, while supplies last. \nCafe Selmarie\, 4729 N Lincoln Av\, Chicago\, 773-989-5595\, Wednesday 8am-9pm\, CaféSelmarie.com. Debut of a brand new pie! Coconut cream with salted pretzel crust\, topped with fresh whipped cream and caramel drizzle. Also available whole or by the slice will be apple streusel\, cherry streusel\, chocolate cream\, and peanut butter chocolate priced from $16.50-$24.00 for whole pies and $3.75-$4.50 for slices. \nCupcake Counter\, 229 W Madison St\, Chicago\, 312-422-0800\, Wednesday 7am-6pm\, TheCupcakeCounter.com. Serving apple pie cupcakes topped with caramel buttercream for $3.14 (regular $3.50). Red velvet pi also available. \nDelightful Pastries\, 5927 W. Lawrence Av.\, Chicago\, 773-427-8837\, Wednesday 6am-5pm\, DelightfulPastries.com. Offering mini pies for $3.14 in apple\, cherry\, and pecan bourbon chocolate pie while supplies last. \nFirst Slice Pie Cafe\, FirstSlice.org is offering buy 1 slice\, Get 2nd slice ½ off (only slices\, not whole or mini pies)\, on all flavors all day long at all four locations. \n\nRavenswood: 4401 N. Ravenswood\, Chicago\, 773-506-7380\, Wednesday\, 8:30am-7:30pm\nManor: 4664 N. Manor\, Chicago\, 773-267-0169\, Wednesday\, 8:00am-6:30pm\nAndersonville: 5357 N. Ashland Av.\, Chicago\, 773-275-4297\, Wednesday\, 10am-9pm\nEvanston: 1823 Church St\, Evanston\, 847-859-6620\, Wednesday 10am-5p\n\nFloriole Bakery 1220 W Webster\, Chicago\, 773-883-1313\, Wednesday 7am-5:30pm\, Floriole.com. Offering Boston cream pie made with a vanilla cake\, vanilla custard and chocolate ganache for $3.14 per slice. \nHewn Bread Bakery\, 810 Dempster St\, Evanston\, 847-869-4396\, Wednesday 7am-5pm\, HewnBread.com. Offering turnovers for Pi Day for $3.14\, while supplies last. \nJarosch Bakery\, 35 Arlington Heights Rd\, Elk Grove Village\, 847-437-1234\, Wednesday 6:30am-6:30pm\, JaroschBakery.com. Offering 4” fruit pies  in apple\, cherry\, blueberry\, Dutch apple\, cherry crumble and blueberry crumble. 8″ and 9” fruit pies with pi-shaped vent holes. Also offering 9” whipped cream pies in banana\, lemon and fresh strawberry with a chocolate pi symbol on top. While supplies last. \nJewel Food Bakeries\, all stores in Chicagoland\, JewelOsco.com. Offering whole apple pies for $3.14 while supplies last. Visit website for locations and hours. \nShokolad Pastry & Café\, 2524 W Chicago Av\, Chicago\, 773-276-6402\, Wednesday 9am-6pm\, ShokoladPastryandCafe.com. Offering slices of pie for $3.14 while supplies last. \nStan’s Donuts\, 1560 N Damen Av\, 773-360-7386; 259 E Erie St 312-255-1130; 535 N Michigan Av\, 312-955-3100; and 26 E Roosevelt Rd\, 312-834-0700\, Chicago\, Wednesday\, 6:30am – 9pm\, StansDonutsChicago.com. Offering Stan’s hand pies with Nutella or apple fillings for $3.14 on Pi Day at all locations. \nSugar Bliss Cake Boutique\, 115 N Wabash Av\, Chicago\, 312-845-9669\, Wednesday\, 8am-7pm\, SugarBlissCakes.com. Offering cupcakes with a pi topping for $3.14. \nSugar Bliss Patisserie\, 122 S Wabash Av\, Chicago\, 312-997-5872\, Wednesday\, 8am-8pm\, SugarBlissPatisserie.com. Offering cupcakes with a pi topping for $3.14. \nSugar Fixé Patisserie\, 119 N Marion St\, Oak Park\, 708-948-7720\, Wednesday 8am-6pm\, SugarFixe.com. Offering hand pies and Pi-themed decorated cookies on Pi Day. \nSweety Pies Bakery\, 8042 Lincoln Av\, Skokie\, 847-213-0900\, Wednesday 7am-4pm\, SweetyPiesBakery.com. Offering four classic pies in store for $3.14 a slice or $3.14 off any large 9″ pie. Includes apple pie crisp\, double crust apple pie\, Crocodile pie\, and chocolate cashmere pie. Arrive at 3:14pm for a special treat. \nSwirlz Cupcakes\, 705 W Belden Av\, Chicago\, 773-404-2253\, Wednesday\, 10am-7pm\, SwirlzCupcakesShop.com. Offering “Pi” and “Einstein” cupcakes on sale for $3.14 while supplies last. A special treat at 3:14pm — a raffle giving away 3 boxes of Einstein & Pi cupcakes. \n  \nRESTAURANTS: \nArtopolis Chicago\, Bakery\, Café & Agora\, 306 S Halsted St\, Chicago\, 312-559-9000\, Wednesday 8:30am-midnight\, ArtopolisChicago.com. Offering their signature menu item called Arto-PI-tas\, a savory pie\, for only $3.14 (usually $4.50) all day. \nBeggars Pizza\, 310 S Clinton St 312-588-0055\, Wednesday 11am-10:30pm\, BeggarsPizza.com. Offering a discount to Big Cheese Loyalty Club members on Pi Day. \nBig Bricks\, 3832 N Lincoln Av\, Chicago\, 773-525-5022\, Wednesday 5pm-11pm\, BigBricksChicago.com. Offering buy one large\, get one free on Pi Day. \nBlaze Pizzas\, check BlazePizza.com for location and hours. Offering individual pizzas for $3.14 each at all locations. Limit one pie per guest. Not valid for app or online orders. \nBoston Market\, check BostonMarket.com for location and hours. Offering a special buy 1 pot pie & drink and get a second pot pie free. Requires coupon from website; one coupon per person per visit. \nBrick’s  Chicago\, 1909 N Lincoln Av\, Chicago\, 312-255-0851\, Wednesday 5pm-11pm\, Bricks Chicago. Offering 20% off all pizzas on Pi Day. \nCuzzo’s Pasta\, Pizza\, Panini & More\, 330 Madison St\, Oak Park\, Wednesday 11am-10pm\, 708-386-8200\, CuzzosOakPark.com. Offering special18” pizza & 10 wings for $24.99 or buy two XL pizzas and get a 10″ cheese free on Pi Day. \nDimo’s Pizza\, Six Corners\, 1615 N Damen Av\, Chicago\, 773-525-4580\, Wednesday 11am-late; Wrigleyville\, 3463 N Clark St\, Chicago\, 773-525-4580\, Wednesday 4pm-late\, DimosPizza.com. Offering $3.14 off any 20″ pie all day long on Pi Day. \nGigio’s Pizza Chicago\, 4643 N Broadway\, Chicago\, 773-271-227\, Wednesday 11am-11:30pm\, GigiosPizzaChicago.com Offering discounts on pizzas – small for $9.25; medium $11.80; large $20.90 & free 1 liter soda. \nGulliver’s Pizza and Pub\, 2727 W Howard St\, Chicago\,773-338-2166 Wednesday 11am-10:30pm\, GulliversPizza.com. Offering a large single topping pizza for $10 for pickup or delivery on Pi Day. \nLou Malnati’s Restaurants\, See LouMalnatis.com for locations. Offering a chocolate chip cookie pizza “pie” for $3.14 (50% discount) at all 14 Chicagoland full-service restaurants from 11am-close. Must mention the pi day special to server when ordering; dine-in only\, not for carryout or delivery. \nMaiden Voyage Cafe (Intergalactic Cafes) 1636 W Montrose Av\, Chicago 773-293-7013\, Wednesday 6:30am-6:30pm\, IntergalacticCafes.com. Offering salted caramel apple hand pies and Nutella strawberry hand pies. \nMy Pie Pizza\, 2010 N Damen Av\, Chicago\, 773-394-6900\, Wednesday 11am-10pm\, MyPiePizza.com. Offering individual thin crust cheese pizza pies for $3.14; each additional ingredient is priced at the 3 digits after 3.14 (that’s $1.59). \nParker’s American Restaurant\,1000 31st St\, Downers Grove\, 630-960-5700\, Wednesday 11:30am-10pm\, ParkersAmerican.com. Offering two types of individual 12” pizza (pepperoni/sausage/cheese or mushroom/artichokes/olive) starting at 3:14pm for $3.14 for math students & math teachers; $5.00 for the mathematically challenged. Served in the lounge and dining room on Wednesday & Thursday 3.14-15. Also\, E=mc2 Daiquiris for $8.00. \nPiero’s Pizza\, 335 Ridge Rd\, Wilmette\, 847-251-5550\, Wednesday 10am-10pm\, PierosPizza.com. Offering $2 off any large pizza with one topping for Pi Day. \nSatellite Cafe (Intergalactic Cafes) 942 W Montrose Av\, Chicago 773-944-0152\, Wednesday 6:30am-6:30pm\, IntergalacticCafes.com. Offering salted caramel apple hand pies and Nutella strawberry hand pies. \nVeranda Restaurant & Café\, 1100 W Thorndale Av\, Chicago\, 773-784-1550\, 7am-10pm\, verandagruppo.com. Offering $3.14 off any pizza for dine-in or carry out. \n3.1415926535897932384626433832795028841971693993751058209749445923078164062862089986280
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/pi-day-bakery-restaurant-promotion/
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SUMMARY:Convergence: The future of Art\, Neuroscience\, and Immersive Tech
DESCRIPTION:Virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR) are finally here\, and although many people are still unaware of them\, they’re about to revolutionize many aspects of our lives. In these early days of immersive technologies\, there is limitless potential to define how we will use these new media. Recent breakthroughs in the neurosciences offer a compelling opportunity: making virtual what was once only real in individual’s own mind\, unlocking an unprecedented new avenue for communication and empathy. Inspired by these neuroscientific discoveries and the sci-fi capabilities enabled by immersive technologies\, Oscillations is a performing arts company designed to chart new territory along this avenue in a highly creative way. \nJoin Oscillations for an interdisciplinary panel discussion on the future of art\, neuroscience\, and immersive technologies. Professors and students across various departments at Northwestern University will offer their insights into what this future might look like\, and Oscillations will take you behind-the-scenes of the making of a virtual reality experience. More details here.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/convergence-the-future-of-art-neuroscience-and-immersive-tech/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180313T070000
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SUMMARY:Pi Day Bakery & Restaurant Promotion - 2018-03-13
DESCRIPTION:Chicago-area residents get to celebrate Pi Day by acknowledging the importance of math\, and pi\, in our lives by enjoying pie-related specials and discounts. Illinois Science Council announces the 2018 list of Chicago-area bakeries and restaurants offering pie specials on Pi Day\, 3.14. Since 2009 ISC has recruited bakeries\, restaurants\, and pizza purveyors to offer pie-related specials on Pi Day for the public to enjoy for their own Pi Day celebrations. \nISC is a nonprofit promoting science\, technology\, engineering and math\, and also hosts the Pi Day “Pi K” 3.14-mile fun run in Chicago and Oak Park. When you visit to get your pie\, tell ’em ISC sent you! \nBAKERIES: \nBang\, Bang Pie Shop\, 2051 N California Av\, Chicago\, 773-276-8888\, Wednesday 7am-7pm and 4947 N Damen Av\, Chicago\, 773-530-9020\, Wednesday 8am-4pm\, BangBangPie.com. Offering 12 kinds of pie for pre-order/pickup\, plus in stores will be offering Horchata pie and cookies & cream pie. They’ll have custom Pi Day boxes\, in-store activities\, and everyone buying a slice of pie will get an “I Ate Pie Today” sticker. \nBennison’s Bakery\, 1000 Davis St\, Evanston\, 847-328-9434\, Wednesday 6am-7pm\, BennisonsCakes.com. Offering individual 4″ pies for $3.14 in apple\, strawberry rhubarb\, Boston cream and chocolate cream\, while supplies last. \nCafe Selmarie\, 4729 N Lincoln Av\, Chicago\, 773-989-5595\, Wednesday 8am-9pm\, CaféSelmarie.com. Debut of a brand new pie! Coconut cream with salted pretzel crust\, topped with fresh whipped cream and caramel drizzle. Also available whole or by the slice will be apple streusel\, cherry streusel\, chocolate cream\, and peanut butter chocolate priced from $16.50-$24.00 for whole pies and $3.75-$4.50 for slices. \nCupcake Counter\, 229 W Madison St\, Chicago\, 312-422-0800\, Wednesday 7am-6pm\, TheCupcakeCounter.com. Serving apple pie cupcakes topped with caramel buttercream for $3.14 (regular $3.50). Red velvet pi also available. \nDelightful Pastries\, 5927 W. Lawrence Av.\, Chicago\, 773-427-8837\, Wednesday 6am-5pm\, DelightfulPastries.com. Offering mini pies for $3.14 in apple\, cherry\, and pecan bourbon chocolate pie while supplies last. \nFirst Slice Pie Cafe\, FirstSlice.org is offering buy 1 slice\, Get 2nd slice ½ off (only slices\, not whole or mini pies)\, on all flavors all day long at all four locations. \n\nRavenswood: 4401 N. Ravenswood\, Chicago\, 773-506-7380\, Wednesday\, 8:30am-7:30pm\nManor: 4664 N. Manor\, Chicago\, 773-267-0169\, Wednesday\, 8:00am-6:30pm\nAndersonville: 5357 N. Ashland Av.\, Chicago\, 773-275-4297\, Wednesday\, 10am-9pm\nEvanston: 1823 Church St\, Evanston\, 847-859-6620\, Wednesday 10am-5p\n\nFloriole Bakery 1220 W Webster\, Chicago\, 773-883-1313\, Wednesday 7am-5:30pm\, Floriole.com. Offering Boston cream pie made with a vanilla cake\, vanilla custard and chocolate ganache for $3.14 per slice. \nHewn Bread Bakery\, 810 Dempster St\, Evanston\, 847-869-4396\, Wednesday 7am-5pm\, HewnBread.com. Offering turnovers for Pi Day for $3.14\, while supplies last. \nJarosch Bakery\, 35 Arlington Heights Rd\, Elk Grove Village\, 847-437-1234\, Wednesday 6:30am-6:30pm\, JaroschBakery.com. Offering 4” fruit pies  in apple\, cherry\, blueberry\, Dutch apple\, cherry crumble and blueberry crumble. 8″ and 9” fruit pies with pi-shaped vent holes. Also offering 9” whipped cream pies in banana\, lemon and fresh strawberry with a chocolate pi symbol on top. While supplies last. \nJewel Food Bakeries\, all stores in Chicagoland\, JewelOsco.com. Offering whole apple pies for $3.14 while supplies last. Visit website for locations and hours. \nShokolad Pastry & Café\, 2524 W Chicago Av\, Chicago\, 773-276-6402\, Wednesday 9am-6pm\, ShokoladPastryandCafe.com. Offering slices of pie for $3.14 while supplies last. \nStan’s Donuts\, 1560 N Damen Av\, 773-360-7386; 259 E Erie St 312-255-1130; 535 N Michigan Av\, 312-955-3100; and 26 E Roosevelt Rd\, 312-834-0700\, Chicago\, Wednesday\, 6:30am – 9pm\, StansDonutsChicago.com. Offering Stan’s hand pies with Nutella or apple fillings for $3.14 on Pi Day at all locations. \nSugar Bliss Cake Boutique\, 115 N Wabash Av\, Chicago\, 312-845-9669\, Wednesday\, 8am-7pm\, SugarBlissCakes.com. Offering cupcakes with a pi topping for $3.14. \nSugar Bliss Patisserie\, 122 S Wabash Av\, Chicago\, 312-997-5872\, Wednesday\, 8am-8pm\, SugarBlissPatisserie.com. Offering cupcakes with a pi topping for $3.14. \nSugar Fixé Patisserie\, 119 N Marion St\, Oak Park\, 708-948-7720\, Wednesday 8am-6pm\, SugarFixe.com. Offering hand pies and Pi-themed decorated cookies on Pi Day. \nSweety Pies Bakery\, 8042 Lincoln Av\, Skokie\, 847-213-0900\, Wednesday 7am-4pm\, SweetyPiesBakery.com. Offering four classic pies in store for $3.14 a slice or $3.14 off any large 9″ pie. Includes apple pie crisp\, double crust apple pie\, Crocodile pie\, and chocolate cashmere pie. Arrive at 3:14pm for a special treat. \nSwirlz Cupcakes\, 705 W Belden Av\, Chicago\, 773-404-2253\, Wednesday\, 10am-7pm\, SwirlzCupcakesShop.com. Offering “Pi” and “Einstein” cupcakes on sale for $3.14 while supplies last. A special treat at 3:14pm — a raffle giving away 3 boxes of Einstein & Pi cupcakes. \n  \n  \nRESTAURANTS: \nArtopolis Chicago\, Bakery\, Café & Agora\, 306 S Halsted St\, Chicago\, 312-559-9000\, Wednesday 8:30am-midnight\, ArtopolisChicago.com. Offering their signature menu item called Arto-PI-tas\, a savory pie\, for only $3.14 (usually $4.50) all day. \nBeggars Pizza\, 310 S Clinton St 312-588-0055\, Wednesday 11am-10:30pm\, BeggarsPizza.com. Offering a discount to Big Cheese Loyalty Club members on Pi Day. \nBig Bricks\, 3832 N Lincoln Av\, Chicago\, 773-525-5022\, Wednesday 5pm-11pm\, BigBricksChicago.com. Offering buy one large\, get one free on Pi Day. \nBlaze Pizzas\, check BlazePizza.com for location and hours. Offering individual pizzas for $3.14 each at all locations. Limit one pie per guest. Not valid for app or online orders. \nBoston Market\, check BostonMarket.com for location and hours. Offering a special buy 1 pot pie & drink and get a second pot pie free. Requires coupon from website; one coupon per person per visit. \nBrick’s  Chicago\, 1909 N Lincoln Av\, Chicago\, 312-255-0851\, Wednesday 5pm-11pm\, Bricks Chicago. Offering 20% off all pizzas on Pi Day. \nCuzzo’s Pasta\, Pizza\, Panini & More\, 330 Madison St\, Oak Park\, Wednesday 11am-10pm\, 708-386-8200\, CuzzosOakPark.com. Offering special18” pizza & 10 wings for $24.99 or buy two XL pizzas and get a 10″ cheese free on Pi Day. \nDimo’s Pizza\, Six Corners\, 1615 N Damen Av\, Chicago\, 773-525-4580\, Wednesday 11am-late; Wrigleyville\, 3463 N Clark St\, Chicago\, 773-525-4580\, Wednesday 4pm-late\, DimosPizza.com. Offering $3.14 off any 20″ pie all day long on Pi Day. \nGigio’s Pizza Chicago\, 4643 N Broadway\, Chicago\, 773-271-227\, Wednesday 11am-11:30pm\, GigiosPizzaChicago.com Offering discounts on pizzas – small for $9.25; medium $11.80; large $20.90 & free 1 liter soda. \nGulliver’s Pizza and Pub\, 2727 W Howard St\, Chicago\,773-338-2166 Wednesday 11am-10:30pm\, GulliversPizza.com. Offering a large single topping pizza for $10 for pickup or delivery on Pi Day. \nLou Malnati’s Restaurants\, See LouMalnatis.com for locations. Offering a chocolate chip cookie pizza “pie” for $3.14 (50% discount) at all 14 Chicagoland full-service restaurants from 11am-close. Must mention the pi day special to server when ordering; dine-in only\, not for carryout or delivery. \nMaiden Voyage Cafe (Intergalactic Cafes) 1636 W Montrose Av\, Chicago 773-293-7013\, Wednesday 6:30am-6:30pm\, IntergalacticCafes.com. Offering salted caramel apple hand pies and Nutella strawberry hand pies. \nMy Pie Pizza\, 2010 N Damen Av\, Chicago\, 773-394-6900\, Wednesday 11am-10pm\, MyPiePizza.com. Offering individual thin crust cheese pizza pies for $3.14; each additional ingredient is priced at the 3 digits after 3.14 (that’s $1.59). \nParker’s American Restaurant\,1000 31st St\, Downers Grove\, 630-960-5700\, Wednesday 11:30am-10pm\, ParkersAmerican.com. Offering two types of individual 12” pizza (pepperoni/sausage/cheese or mushroom/artichokes/olive) starting at 3:14pm for $3.14 for math students & math teachers; $5.00 for the mathematically challenged. Served in the lounge and dining room on Wednesday & Thursday 3.14-15. Also\, E=mc2 Daiquiris for $8.00. \nPiero’s Pizza\, 335 Ridge Rd\, Wilmette\, 847-251-5550\, Wednesday 10am-10pm\, PierosPizza.com. Offering $2 off any large pizza with one topping for Pi Day. \nSatellite Cafe (Intergalactic Cafes) 942 W Montrose Av\, Chicago 773-944-0152\, Wednesday 6:30am-6:30pm\, IntergalacticCafes.com. Offering salted caramel apple hand pies and Nutella strawberry hand pies. \nVeranda Restaurant & Café\, 1100 W Thorndale Av\, Chicago\, 773-784-1550\, 7am-10pm\, verandagruppo.com. Offering $3.14 off any pizza for dine-in or carry out. \n3.1415926535897932384626433832795028841971693993751058209749445923078164062862089986280 \nPress Release
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/piday2018/
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SUMMARY:March Mammal Madness - Bracket Competition - 2018-03-10
DESCRIPTION:A sports tournament played with all members of the same species is so dull. Admit it… all humans\, all about the same size\, same gender\, with matching limbs and no poison or biting allowed — such a boring contest! But not March Mammal Madness\, where there are no cute kittens\, puppies or baby sloths. This is “nature red in tooth and claw” where contestants battle to the end for glory and survival. \n \n\n  \n If you aren’t familiar\, March Mammal Madness is a tournament of simulated combat between non-human mammals instead of college basketball. Created by Professor Katie Hinde of Arizona State University\, the bracket is run by a team of evolutionary biologists who use science and probability to determine the outcomes of the matchups.Scientific literature is cited to substantiate likely outcomes as a probabilistic function of the two species’ attributes within the battle environment. Attributes considered in calculating battle outcome include temperament\, weaponry\, armor\, body mass\, running speed\, fight style\, physiology\, and motivation. March Mammal Madness is an awesome way to learn about the animal kingdom and increase awareness for animal conservation\, while throwing serious trash talk against rivals who threaten your dominance for master of the bracket. \n\n  \nWinning Bonus! Aside from bragging rights\, ISC will give the top 2 winners (of point totals) TWO FREE PASSES each to our Chicago Science Festival on Saturday\, May 12 in the Merchandise Mart. Submit your completed bracket to Mammals@IllinoisScience.org by Monday 3/12 at 5:00pm (if you want a chance at an extra point in the Wild Card round)\, or by Wednesday 3/14 at 5:00pm for the whole tournament. No late entries allowed after that. \n  \nEach round will be “played” on twitter at #2018MMM or @2018MMMletsgo (a curated twitter account of bout tweets\, not spectator trash talk) where that round’s winner will be announced. Winners will also be shown on the official site here. \nLearn all about Mammal Madness’ creators\, this year’s divisions\, FAQs and more at the HQ blogspot site. Follow along on Facebook too.  Complete your bracket now! Pick your winners by March 12 for the Wild Card; by March 14 at the latest and submit to Mammals@IllinoisScience.org. \n 
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/march-mammal-madness-bracket-competition/
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Florence Nightingale
DESCRIPTION:Join the International Museum of Surgical Science for a remarkable evening with Megan Wells as she performs the story of Florence Nightingale\, the founder of modern nursing. Be swept away into the noteworthy history of Nightingale during the Crimean War. This enchanting evening will include live period music\, many photographic opportunities with Florence Nightingale\, and a chance to explore the rare collection of the International Museum of Surgical Science\, including original letters written by Florence Nightingale herself. See here for ticketing information.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/an-evening-with-florence-nightingale/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180228T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180228T030000
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CREATED:20180209T060000Z
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SUMMARY:Planet of Microbes: The Perils and Potential of Earth’s Essential Organisms
DESCRIPTION:Join the Homewood-Flossmore Science Pub for a lecture by Ted Anton.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/planet-of-microbes-the-perils-and-potential-of-earths-essential-organisms/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180228T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180228T013000
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CREATED:20180204T060000Z
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SUMMARY:Nature on Tap: The Monarch and its Migration
DESCRIPTION:The monarch is the best known butterfly species in the world. Its life cycle is closely tied to its amazing migration. Join the Peggy Notebaert Nature Musuem for a discussion on both the life cycle and the migration as well as discussing the butterfly’s behavior on its wintering grounds in Mexico\, efforts both in Mexico and Illinois to track population fluctuations\, and conservation issues surrounding the monarch. Learn what you can do from your own home to aid in conserving this iconic insect.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/nature-on-tap-the-monarch-and-its-migration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130028
CREATED:20180129T060000Z
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SUMMARY:Tour of Argonne National Laboratory - Nuclear Energy & Advanced Photon Source
DESCRIPTION:Argonne National Lab is one of 17 research labs in the U.S. operated by the Department of Energy. ISC is partnering with Argonne to offer you a private tour of this unique facility. Attendees will learn from one of its leading nuclear researchers\, Dr. Roger Blomquist\, about nuclear fuel research. You will also get a tour of the Advanced Photon Source\, the world’s most powerful x-ray\, and learn how this extraordinary tool advances science research. \nTransportation from Chicago to Argonne: \nAttendees will board a coach bus at 1 E. Wacker Drive in downtown Chicago at 10:00am for transport to the Lab. There will be a brief science talk en route. All attendees MUST show a government issued ID upon reaching the lab. The tour will begin at 11:00am. Lunch on the campus will be BYO or purchase at the Argonne Grill\, and there will be a short presentation over lunch. The coach will return to the Loop by approximately 2:30. Anyone who does not want to ride on the coach is still required to purchase a ticket and complete the registration form. Non US citizens must complete paperwork 2 weeks in advance.\nReserve tickets at ArgonneTour.eventbrite.com \nDetails on the Argonne Tour: \nThe Nuclear Energy Exhibition Hall (NEEH) showcases Argonne’s rich heritage in the development of nuclear reactors and its current role in the development of next-generation reactors and fuel cycle technologies. Visitors to NEEH will learn about the development of nuclear power generation\, from the Manhattan Project to Argonne’s physics and engineering experiments and analyses that paved the way for naval reactors and today’s commercial nuclear power reactors\, and then on to the advanced reactor systems and other nuclear technologies that are the focus of modern-day research and development at Argonne and around the world. An Interactive Apple Tree display uses imagery to present an overview of the history of Argonne’s nuclear reactor programs and encourages visitors to “dig down” into information on specific reactors with just a touch of the screen. There are also numerous displays of artifacts from Fermi’s time to the present\, models of several types of reactors\, and additional screens that showcase both reactor development history and current Argonne research in advanced reactors\, medical isotopes\, nuclear fuel cycle technologies\, and research reactor conversion. \nThe Advanced Photon Source provides ultra-bright\, high-energy x-ray beams for research in almost all scientific disciplines. These x-rays allow scientists to pursue new knowledge about the structure and function of materials in the center of the Earth\, in outer space\, and all points in between. The knowledge gained from this research impacts\, among other things\, the evolution of combustion engines and microcircuits\, aiding in the development of new pharmaceuticals\, and pioneering nanotechnologies whose scale is measured in billionths of a meter. These studies promise to have far-reaching impact on our technology\, economy\, health\, and our fundamental knowledge of the materials that make up our world.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/tour-of-argonne-national-laboratory-nuclear-energy-advanced-photon-source/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180224T143000
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SUMMARY:Tour of Argonne National Lab
DESCRIPTION:Argonne National Lab is one of 17 research labs in the U.S. operated by the Department of Energy. ISC is partnering with Argonne to offer you a private tour of this unique facility. Attendees will learn from one of its leading nuclear researchers\, Dr. Roger Blomquist\, about nuclear fuel research. You will also get a tour of the Advanced Photon Source\, the world’s most powerful x-ray\, and learn how this extraordinary tool advances science research. \nTransportation from Chicago to Argonne: \nAttendees will board a coach bus at 1 E. Wacker Drive in downtown Chicago at 10:00am for transport to the Lab. There will be a brief science talk en route. All attendees MUST show a government issued ID upon reaching the lab. The tour will begin at 11:00am. Lunch on the campus will be BYO or purchase at the Argonne Grill\, and there will be a short presentation over lunch. The coach will return to the Loop by approximately 2:30. Anyone who does not want to ride on the coach is still required to purchase a ticket and complete the registration form. Non US citizens must complete paperwork 2 weeks in advance. \nDetails on the Argonne Tour: \nThe Nuclear Energy Exhibition Hall (NEEH) showcases Argonne’s rich heritage in the development of nuclear reactors and its current role in the development of next-generation reactors and fuel cycle technologies. Visitors to NEEH will learn about the development of nuclear power generation\, from the Manhattan Project to Argonne’s physics and engineering experiments and analyses that paved the way for naval reactors and today’s commercial nuclear power reactors\, and then on to the advanced reactor systems and other nuclear technologies that are the focus of modern-day research and development at Argonne and around the world. An Interactive Apple Tree display uses imagery to present an overview of the history of Argonne’s nuclear reactor programs and encourages visitors to “dig down” into information on specific reactors with just a touch of the screen. There are also numerous displays of artifacts from Fermi’s time to the present\, models of several types of reactors\, and additional screens that showcase both reactor development history and current Argonne research in advanced reactors\, medical isotopes\, nuclear fuel cycle technologies\, and research reactor conversion. \nThe Advanced Photon Source provides ultra-bright\, high-energy x-ray beams for research in almost all scientific disciplines. These x-rays allow scientists to pursue new knowledge about the structure and function of materials in the center of the Earth\, in outer space\, and all points in between. The knowledge gained from this research impacts\, among other things\, the evolution of combustion engines and microcircuits\, aiding in the development of new pharmaceuticals\, and pioneering nanotechnologies whose scale is measured in billionths of a meter. These studies promise to have far-reaching impact on our technology\, economy\, health\, and our fundamental knowledge of the materials that make up our world.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/tour-of-argonne-national-lab/
LOCATION:Argonne National Lab\, 9700 S. Cass Avenue\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180222T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180222T020000
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CREATED:20180209T060000Z
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SUMMARY:Tinkering with Memory
DESCRIPTION:How does memory work? What happens when it breaks? How likely is it that we’ll ever be able to fix it? Joel Voss will discuss his laboratory’s research on the brain basis of memory\, memory impairment\, and how technologies like electromagnetic brain stimulation can be used to better understand and hopefully improve memory abilities.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/tinkering-with-memory/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180221T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180221T013000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130028
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SUMMARY:Nature on Tap: Wintry Wood Frogs\, Courtship in the Cold
DESCRIPTION:Cold-adapted Wood Frogs can survive Alaskan winters\, breed in icy water\, and males wrestle in order to get to females! Come learn more about these unique frosty frogs\, how the Nature Museum is conserving them locally\, and how you can help listen for them.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/nature-on-tap-wintry-wood-frogs-courtship-in-the-cold/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180217T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180217T030000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130028
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SUMMARY:Meeting of the Chicago Astronomical Society
DESCRIPTION:Two speakers will present: \nThe Eclipse\, Seven Russians\, and the 4565 mile Road Trip! by: Dean Ketelsen\nThe “Great” solar eclipse last August\, bisecting the United States\, is a once-in-a-lifetime event for amateur astronomers and not to be missed!  However\, sometime life interferes and while I SHOULD have been making reservations and itineraries\, I was assisting my wife to her chemo sessions\, and eventually\, planning her memorial service.  I found myself 2 months before the event with 7 Russians joining me from halfway around the world\, depending on me to have plans\, as I started from scratch.  But sometimes Dr. Murphy smiles and somehow it all came together.  I’m telling the story of how 24 (!) of us ended up on the lawn of a woman and her 2 granddaughters in Shoshoni\, Wyoming\, by her admission “changing their lives” and ours as well. \n  \nThe development of large scale structure from the cosmic web to galaxies. by: Alex Gurvich\nWhat is the universe’s baby picture? Is space really empty? Where do galaxies come from? What is the largest object in the universe? Does the universe look more like meatballs in a soup\, Swiss cheese\, or a sponge? Most importantly\, how do we know? Together we will journey through evolution of the universe from the big bang to present day\, unraveling the questions that keep me up at night. \n 
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/meeting-of-the-chicago-astronomical-society/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180216T233000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180217T030000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130028
CREATED:20180215T060000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T164804Z
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SUMMARY:Concrete chemistry: Secrets to a modern day construction marvel
DESCRIPTION:Chemistry of Concrete! Join the American Chemical Society-Chicago Section for their annual Chemistry Laboratory Visit and learn about materials used in the construction industry\, with a presentation by Don Broton. Details and tickets here.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/concrete-chemistry-secrets-to-a-modern-day-construction-marvel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180214T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180214T023000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130028
CREATED:20180204T060000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T164810Z
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SUMMARY:A Scientist Walks Into A Bar: The Love Bug- Beetle Sex and Valentine's
DESCRIPTION:February’s A Scientist Walks into a Bar is all about how the Field Museum’s Collections Manager\, Crystal Maier\, gets water beetles to show off their junk. \nWe’re serious. \nJoin The Field Museum at The Hideout for this Valentine’s-themed night.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/a-scientist-walks-into-a-bar-the-love-bug-beetle-sex-and-valentines/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180214T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180214T013000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130028
CREATED:20180204T060000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T164811Z
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SUMMARY:Nature on Tap: Animal Attraction
DESCRIPTION:It’s kinky\, it’s crazy\, and it’s a little bit gross! A light-hearted look at some of the more bizarre courtship and mating rituals in the animal kingdom. Leave your scruples at home – this is biology at its best.
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/nature-on-tap-animal-attraction/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180213T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180213T020000
DTSTAMP:20260405T130028
CREATED:20180208T060000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T164812Z
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SUMMARY:CHIentist 2018 Kickoff Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join CHIentist for an evening of informal networking that will connect science professionals\, postdocs and graduate students in the Chicagoland area. Practice your networking skills and make many meaningful connections while enjoying a beer. Tickets do not include drinks. RSVP required. \nSpace is limited! You can RSVP now at https://tinyurl.com/y7ogaep7
URL:https://www.illinoisscience.org/event/chientist-2018-kickoff-networking-event/
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