BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Morehead Planetarium and Science Center - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Morehead Planetarium and Science Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220114T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220114T191500 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20220104T170338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T170338Z UID:22224-1642181400-1642187700@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | Webb Space Telescope DESCRIPTION:Artist concept of the James Webb Space Telescope. Photo credit: NASA\n\n\n\nCome learn more about the recently launched James Webb Space Telescope Telescope from Tony Rice\, NASA/JPL Ambassador. We’ll discuss what has happened with the mission so far\, what is coming next\, and why this successor to the Hubble Space Telescope is being launched to a point 1 million miles from Earth.  We’ll also talk a bit about UNC Alum and Oxford\, NC native James Webb and why he was selected for the rare naming honor. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: Tony Rice is a data scientist in RTP and volunteer in the NASA/JPL Ambassador program. He contributes on space topics to WRAL in Raleigh and the new Fox Weather channel.  URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-webb-space-telescope/ LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center Science Stage\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27514\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T191500 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20211202T230115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211202T231746Z UID:22068-1639157400-1639163700@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | The Role of the Gut Microbiome in Our Health and Wellbeing DESCRIPTION:Join us for this Teen Science Cafe with Rachel Dumez\, doctoral candidate in the Curriculum of Genetics and Molecular Biology at UNC-Chapel Hill. Rachel will discuss the trillions of microorganisms that live on and inside our bodies\, including the community of microbes that colonize the gastrointestinal tract that are referred to as our gut microbiome. The gut microbiome plays an integral role in many aspects of our health such as how we respond to medications and even how well our brains function. Loss of the “good” bacteria from our gut microbiome has been associated with many metabolic disorders such as obesity\, diabetes\, and irritable bowel syndrome. We will explore more about the relationship we have with microbes and one way we can promote a healthy gut microbiome through the consumption of probiotics. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: Rachel Dumez is a third year PhD candidate in the Curriculum of Genetics and Molecular Biology at UNC-Chapel Hill who conducts research in Dr. Rob Dowen’s lab. For her thesis project she is exploring the host metabolic response to consumption of Kombucha-associated microorganisms using a small transparent worm species called Caenorhabditis elegans as a model system. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-the-role-of-the-gut-microbiome-in-our-health-and-wellbeing/ LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center Science Stage\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27514\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T190000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20211103T125539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T125540Z UID:21909-1637343000-1637348400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | Climate Change and Global Social Justice DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Role of Water on Public Health\, Development\, and Conflict \n\n\n\nJoin us on Nov 19 as Andy Al Wazni gives an overview of how climate change impacts global populations in relation to public health and social justice\, with an emphasis on the role of water. Climate change impacts the entire world\, but not equally. This talk will highlight how climate disasters harm vulnerable populations the most\, causing forced displacement\, conflict\, and spread of disease when access to water is compromised. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: Anderson (Andy) Al Wazni\, MSW\, is a third year PhD of Social Work student at UNC Chapel Hill\, as well as adjunct faculty at Smith College\, AHEC instructor\, and Social Work Health Futures Fellow. Andy’s research focuses on the intersection of climate change\, forced displacement\, and conflict as it pertains to both global and domestic populations. She is particularly focused on using research as a method for social justice and policy advocacy in relation to water security\, public health\, and validating the identity of populations forcibly displaced by climate change. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-climate-change-and-global-social-justice/ LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center Science Stage\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27514\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211015T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211015T190000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20210928T195739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211202T232352Z UID:21770-1634319000-1634324400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | Exploring Locomotor Output Using Fruit Flies DESCRIPTION:What do fruit flies teach us about neurobiology\, biomechanics\, and behavior? \n\n\n\nJoin us for this Teen Science Cafe with Dr. Dickerson to explore his fascinating research with fruit flies! Dr. Dickerson’s research is at the interface of neurobiology\, biomechanics\, and behavior and seeks to understand how mechanosensory input structures locomotor output. His lab studies the flight behavior of the fruit fly\, combining the powerful genetic tools available for labeling and manipulating neural circuits with cutting-edge imaging in awake\, behaving animals. This work will not only fundamentally reshape our understanding of the evolution of insect flight but will also highlight the tremendous importance of timing in the context of locomotion. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: Dr. Brad Dickerson is originally from NJ. After graduating from Swarthmore College\, he worked at the Museum of Science in Boston doing live programs for a year. Brad then worked in a lab at UNC while applying to grad school. He conducted his graduate work at the University of Washington and was an NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellow and California Alliance AGEP Fellow at Caltech. After starting his lab at UNC Chapel Hill two years ago\, he will be moving to the Princeton Neuroscience Institute at Princeton University in January 2022. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-exploring-locomotor-output-using-fruit-flies/ LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center Science Stage\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27514\, United States CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T190000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20210826T183158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T193601Z UID:21512-1631296800-1631300400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | Big Bang 101 DESCRIPTION:Big Bang 101: Our Evolving Universe\n\n\n\nJoin us on for the return of our in-person Teen Science Cafe on September 10 at Morehead! \n\n\n\nOur guest will be Dr. Adrienne Erickcek who will be presenting the presentation: Big Bang 101: Our Evolving Universe. \n\n\n\nNearly a hundred years ago\, Edwin Hubble announced a shocking discovery: the Universe is expanding!  The implications of this expansion are profound: not only does it tell us about the birth of the Universe\, it also indicates that 95% of the current energy in the Universe comes from unknown sources.  I will present a brief history of the Universe: how it started\, what it’s made of\, and where it’s going.  \n\n\n\nDoors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the talk will begin at 6:00 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\nCredit: NASA\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n COVID Safety Precautions \n \n Masks are required for the duration of the program. \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Bio: Dr. Adrienne Erickcek is an associate professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at UNC-Chapel Hill.  They grew up in Michigan\, and came to Chapel Hill after studying physics at Princeton University and Caltech. They love Star Wars and Star Trek\, and decided to become a physicist when they were six years old because they wanted to invent a warp engine. In the years since\, they’ve learned that warp engine design is harder than it looks\, but fortunately\, they can explore the cosmos without leaving Earth! When they’re not pondering the origins of the Universe and the nature of dark matter\, they enjoy hiking with their family\, playing the flute\, and consuming science fiction in all forms. \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP by submitting this brief survey.\n\n\n\nRSVP URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-big-bang-101/ LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center Science Stage\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27514\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210514T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210514T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20210505T202200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210809T195633Z UID:20574-1621010700-1621015200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | STEM in College: A Panel Discussion DESCRIPTION:STEM in College: A Panel Discussion with the Chancellor’s Science Scholars \n\n\n\nGraduation season is in the air! Join us for a timely Teen Science Cafe – a panel discussion with the Chancellor’s Scholars (CSS) about why they chose to pursue STEM in college; what it’s like to be a student at UNC-Chapel Hill as a CSS participant; and tips and advice for high school students who are interested in exploring STEM majors in college. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:Jasmine Akoto – Rising Senior; biology major with minors in chemistry and neuroscienceTerrique Morris – Rising Senior; psychology major with a minor in cognitive scienceAdriana Gaona – Rising Junior; biology/neuroscience double-major URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-stem-in-college-a-panel-discussion/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20210329T151139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210809T195630Z UID:20442-1618418700-1618423200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe: Agriculture\, Wildlife\, & Conservation in the Galapagos Islands DESCRIPTION:Did you know that there is agriculture in the Galapagos? \n\n\n\nFor this special Teen Science Cafe\, we’ll speak with Francisco Laso whose work in the Galapagos uses an interdisciplinary approach to explore how agriculture and conservation can be allies in supporting farmer livelihoods\, controlling invasive species\, and protecting endemic species.  \n\n\n\nAbout Francisco Laso | Francisco is currently a Doctoral Candidate in Geography from UNC Chapel Hill but his background is in ecology and evolution. He has worked in the Galapagos in education and conservation projects for the past decade. Francisco is interested in mixed-methods and participatory approaches to studying human-environment interactions\, especially in subjects that can help make our food systems more sustainable.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nyj URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-agriculture-wildlife-conservation-in-the-galapagos-islands/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210312T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210312T174500 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20210301T202824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T191700Z UID:20195-1615567500-1615571100@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe: Epidemiology\, Global Health\, and HIV DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with doctoral students Cyrus Sinai (Health Geography) and Griffin Bell (Infectious Disease Epidemiology) will provide an overview of the field of epidemiology within the context of global public health. Participants will learn about the epidemiologic perspective\, especially as it pertains to HIV/AIDS\, a disease which has arguably been the greatest public health challenge of the last century. The presenters will also provide personal anecdotes and lessons learned from their time in the field. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speakers\n\n\n\nGriffin Bell | Griffin Bell is a PhD student\, infectious disease epidemiologist\, and biostatistician at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He predominately studies malaria and HIV\, and frequently uses geographical methods in order to map spatial disease distributions and describe disease ecology. Griffin’s work is based in sub-Saharan Africa\, especially in Malawi\, however\, he also has major projects in Gabon\, Ghana\, and South Africa. \n\n\n\nCyrus Sinai | Cyrus Sinai is a PhD student at UNC Chapel Hill studying health and medical geography. He is interested in finding ways to improve disease surveillance in remote\, resource-limited settings in sub-Saharan Africa\, and using GIS / mapping techniques to help guide public health interventions. Before coming to UNC\, Cyrus worked in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for three years mapping remote villages for the Ministry of Health. \n\n\n\n Please note that this event is FREE but registration is required. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-epidemiology-global-health-and-hiv/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20210127T182132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T191659Z UID:19881-1613147400-1613152800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | An Exploration of Different Cancer Outcomes DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Dr. Tammara Watts! Dr. Watts will explore how a surgeon can approach two patients with similar cancers\, perform the same surgery\, yet the patients have two different outcomes with respect to the biology of their cancer. She’ll discuss how doctors come to understand how noncancerous cells\, like stem cells and fibroblasts\, promote cancer development\, and how they design drugs to disrupt the cross talk between these cells to improve outcomes for patients with oral cancer. \n\n\n\nAbout the speaker: Dr. Tammara Watts is a surgeon scientist at Duke. She splits her time between seeing patients and working in her laboratory to better understand the biology of oral cancers. When she is not at work you can find her riding horses\, talking to her friends (visiting once Covid is behind us)\, and cooking and entertaining in her home. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is FREE but registration is required. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-an-exploration-of-different-cancer-outcomes/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210108T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210108T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20210104T201303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T214100Z UID:19471-1610124300-1610128800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | Answering Astronomical Questions with Python Code DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how common conjunctions like the “great conjunction” on December 21\, 2020 happen? How often is there a full moon on Halloween? Using clues in the book “The Martian” and what we know about launch opportunities to Mars\, when would Mark Whatney’s mission take place? \n\n\n\nWe’ll chat with Tony Rice for this Teen Science Cafe; in writing for WRAL on astronomy topics\, he frequently creates python scripts to answer very specific astronomy questions (like the ones above). Tony will walk us through some of the code\, and then we will live code\, test\, and get an answer to an astronomy question. \n\n\n\nALL attendees must register at the link below. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-answering-astronomical-questions-with-python-code/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20201117T181441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T214058Z UID:19191-1607705100-1607709600@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | An Electric Heart DESCRIPTION:The heart is a complex organ powered by electricity to move blood throughout an entire organism. In this Teen Science Cafe\, we will explore the cells responsible for electrical activity in the heart\, cardiac pacemaking cells\, and what characteristics these cells need to function. \n\n\n\n About the speaker: Kandace Thomas is a 5th year Genetic and Molecular Biology PhD student\, at the University of North Carolina\, Chapel Hill. In addition to her studies\, Kandace is a published author and entrepreneur; she aspires to be an undergraduate Biology professor after she graduates in Fall 2021.   URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-an-electric-heart/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201113T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201113T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20201105T181606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T131355Z UID:19080-1605285900-1605290400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe: Using Plastics to Combat Climate Change DESCRIPTION:Join us for this Teen Science Cafe with Jeromy Rech; we will discuss creating new types of plastics including those that can conduct electricity and be used in solar panels. We will also have a virtual lab tour to see where some of this chemistry is done. Finally\, we’ll look at some applications of these plastics including flexible solar panels\, foldable smart phones\, solar powered greenhouses\, and more! \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker: Jeromy is currently a fifth-year chemistry graduate student in Wei You’s lab at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As a polymer chemist\, he designs new types of plastics which are used to make semi-transparent and flexible solar panels. Outside of the lab\, Jeromy is also a chemistry professor at Durham Technical Community College and a robotics referee for FIRST Robotics. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: This event is free but pre-registration is required. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-using-plastics-to-combat-climate-change/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201009T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201009T174500 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20201007T143303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T131353Z UID:18507-1602261900-1602265500@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | Here They Be Dragons DESCRIPTION:Join us for a scientific look at humanity’s most famous mythological beast! We’ll look into the taxonomy of dragons\, and watch Draco slither across the sky. To cap it off\, we will have fire demonstrations! \n\n\n\nSpeakers include Morehead Educators: Amy Sayle\, Nick Eakes\, Daniel Wheeler\, Wayne Capps \n\n\n\nPlease Note: Participants need to register for this Virtual Teen Science Cafe. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-here-they-be-dragons/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200911T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200911T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200908T151620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T151621Z UID:17797-1599842700-1599847200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | Breast Cancer Research DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr. Checo Rorie\, Associate Professor of Genetics | North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University \n\n\n\nAbout Dr. Rorie: Dr. Rorie is an Associate Professor and the Interim Chair of the Department of Biology at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.  He has a Cancer Genetics and Cell Biology laboratory where he studies breast cancer health disparities. His research is focused on understanding the mechanisms of breast cancer health disparities. He uses cell line models to investigate the role that microRNAs and the environment play in the aggressive behavior of triple negative breast cancer that contributes to disparities.  \n\n\n\nJoin us for the September Virtual Teen Science Cafe to discuss Dr. Rorie’s journey and current research. There will be time to ask questions and to connect with other teens! \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 4:45 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 4:45 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-breast-cancer-research/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200608T180310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200608T180311Z UID:16757-1591894800-1591898400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe | Bugs in Bugs DESCRIPTION:This week we’ll be joined by Megan Damico for a discussion about BUGS! More specifically\, Megan will talk about how different factors – like diet and age – can influence the composition of insect gut microbiomes. Do you know what’s even cooler? She studies all of these things using honey bees! \n\n\n\nAbout Megan: Megan Damico is a third year PhD candidate in Environmental Health Sciences at UNC Greensboro. When she’s not studying\, she loves bird watching\, reading\, and hiking in the Appalachian Mountains. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 5:00 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 5:00 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-bugs-in-bugs/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200605T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200605T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200601T123240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T191959Z UID:16603-1591376400-1591380000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe: Searching for Earth 2.0 and other Worlds DESCRIPTION:Is there another world out there suitable for humans? How are humans exploring space to find these worlds and how do they determine their viability? Chat more about these questions and more during a very special Teen Science Cafe with Charlotte Minsky. \n\n\n\nAbout Charlotte: Charlotte is a recent graduate from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology studying planetary science and the history of science. Her research focuses on extrasolar planets – planets orbiting stars outside our solar system – and how to find and characterize them so that we can better understand all planets and look for potential signs of life. Next year\, she will be pursuing an MPhil in the History and Philosophy of Science and Medicine at the University of Cambridge\, followed by a PhD in Earth and Planetary Sciences at Harvard University. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 5:00 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 5:00 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-searching-for-earth-2-0-and-other-worlds/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200601T121438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T121438Z UID:16600-1591290000-1591293600@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe: Blocks and Codes DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Jessica Amsbary\, who will talk about STEM learning opportunity gaps and why starting STEM learning early is important. She will explain how STEM Innovation for Inclusion in Early Education Center (STEMIE) are planning to teach foundational computational thinking concepts to very young children with differing abilities by sharing a working draft they are developing focused on a series of activities for young children with “blocks and codes.” \n\n\n\nAbout Jessica: Jessica Amsbary is a postdoctoral research scholar at the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. She is currently working on a project focused on engaging all young children\, early childhood professionals\, and families in STEM learning experiences. She specifically is working with some of her team members on adapting simple coding and computational thinking activities for young children with differing abilities. She received her Ph.D. in Applied Developmental Sciences and Special Education from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 5:00 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 5:00 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-blocks-and-codes/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200522T161540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200522T161541Z UID:16302-1590685200-1590688800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe: Everyday Biomechanics +Bioengineering DESCRIPTION:Biomedical engineering has a long history that spans more than 3\,000 years. Simple crutches and splints are some of the earliest and most basic forms\, but humans have made significant progress since then. Prosthesis\, artificial organs\, and even your favorite wearable tech (smart watch anyone?!) all rely on biomedical engineering research to be successful. Join us for this virtual Teen Science Cafe with Sandra Strangeland-Molo who will talk about biomechanics in everyday life\, as well as her research in bone tissue engineering. \n\n\n\nAbout Sandra: Sandra is a PhD student in Biomedical Engineering at UNC-Chapel Hill and researches biomechanics and bone tissue engineering. Her examines how strokes alter bone composition\, as well as\, fabricating synthetic bone grafts. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 5:00 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 5:00 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-everyday-biomechanics-bioengineering/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200515T203750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T203751Z UID:16255-1590080400-1590084000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Science Cafe: Women in Engineering Leadership DESCRIPTION:Join us for this Virtual Teen Science Cafe edition with Engineering Manager\, Kendra Settles. We’ll talk about women in engineering leadership\, and discuss how simple circuits play a role in our lives. Kendra will also show a fun and simple circuit activity that you can try at home! \n\n\n\nAbout Kendra: Kendra works as an Engineering Manager with Siemens in Wendell\, North Carolina. Kendra received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and a M.S. in Engineering Management. In her role\, she manages an Electrical Design Team and specializes in Teaching Simple Circuits and Power Distribution.   \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 5:00 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 5:00 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/virtual-teen-science-cafe-women-in-engineering-leadership/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200512T180724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T180858Z UID:16157-1589475600-1589479200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Science Cafe: So You Think It's Your Chance? DESCRIPTION:So You Think It’s Your Chance – Are You Prepared for Success in High School\, in College\, in Life? \n\n\n\nGetting ready for college involves developing a mindset that includes an awareness\, preparedness\, and readiness for success. Join us in this workshop with Linwood Webster to talk about the value of high-impact opportunities and practices both during your high school and college educational paths\, and in solid preparation for post-graduation success as an adult. \n\n\n\nAbout Linwood: Linwood Webster\, an Academic Advisor at UNC Chapel Hill for over 16 years\, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in Academic Advising\, College Counseling\, and Career Coaching.  With over 24 years of higher education educational experiences\, Linwood possesses a B.A. in English-Media/Journalism from N. C. Central University\, a Master’s Degree in Information Science (M.S.I.S.) from UNC Chapel Hill\, and Master’s degree (M.Ed.) in Counseling\, clinical mental health\, from N.C. State University.  URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/virtual-teen-science-cafe-so-you-think-its-your-chance/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200430T195341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T195342Z UID:16046-1588870800-1588874400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Science Cafe: Oceans & Climate DESCRIPTION:During this Virtual Teen Science Cafe\, Alexandria Niebergall will be talking generally about the role that the ocean plays in moderating the Earth’s climate\, the big research fields in oceanography today\, and what a “day in the life” looks like for an early career oceanographer.  \n\n\n\nAbout Alexandria: Alex grew up in California and graduated with a B.A. in Marine Science from the University of California\, Berkeley in 2016. Alex is currently a second year PhD student at Duke University studying ocean biogeochemistry and the role that marine microbes play in the ocean carbon cycle. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 5:00 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 5:00 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/virtual-teen-science-cafe-oceans-climate/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200423T182611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200423T182612Z UID:15905-1588266000-1588269600@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Science Cafe: Tackling Climate Change DESCRIPTION:Tackling Climate Change: Where are we now and how do we move forward?\n\n\n\nJoin us for a conversation with Lauren McRae who will discuss climate change and the ways scientists are looking to combat it within the next decade. \n\n\n\nAbout Laren: Lauren is a PhD candidate in the Department of Chemistry\, Materials Division at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her research involves computationally and experimentally exploring materials that have applications in electric vehicle batteries. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 5:00 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 5:00 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/virtual-teen-science-cafe-tackling-climate-change/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200416T211246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T164135Z UID:15819-1587661200-1587664800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Science Cafe DESCRIPTION:Life in the times of Covid-19 (coronavirus)\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Joanna Ramirez \n\n\n\nAbout Joanna: Joanna Ramirez is the Community Outreach Coordinator for UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. Her role is to create and foster meaningful communication with communities to improve cancer outcomes across NC. When she’s not answering work emails\, she loves to read and watch her brothers play video games she doesn’t have enough hand-eye coordination to attempt. \n\n\n\nJoanna will talk about maintaining Mental Health and Wellness while engaging in effective social distancing.  \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 5:00 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 5:00 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/virtual-teen-science-cafe/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200416T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200416T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200413T204652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200416T212722Z UID:15735-1587056400-1587060000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Science Cafe DESCRIPTION:A Journey To & Through Med School\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Steve Mow \n\n\n\nAbout Steve: Steve is an aspiring doctor studying at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. While working towards being a physician\, Steve’s passion is teaching and has taught science both formally and informally for years for institutions committed to science education. Outside of school\, Steve can be found running\, strumming tunes on his ukulele\, or playing some Nintendo. \n\n\n\nJoin us Thursday at 5:00 p.m. as Steve chats about the journey to and through med school. He’ll be talking a bit about what it takes to be a doctor (hint: anyone can be a doctor!) and how we can all help keep ourselves and others healthy during quarantine and beyond. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: The Zoom link will not be live until 5:00 p.m. If you’re having trouble accessing it\, please reload the page at 5:00 p.m. and try again. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/virtual-teen-science-cafe-a-journey-to-through-med-school/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200409T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200409T183000 DTSTAMP:20260502T072445 CREATED:20200408T144646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200416T205154Z UID:15547-1586451600-1586457000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Science Cafe DESCRIPTION:E-cigarettes and Vaping – Misconceptions\, Health Effects\, and Why I Care \n\n\n\nOur Teen Science Cafe has gone virtual! \n\n\n\nThis week’s topic is E-cigarettes and Vaping – Misconceptions\, Health Effects\, and Why I Care. The popularity of e-cigarettes and vaping devices has risen sharply over the past 10 years and the potential toxicology and health effects are just starting to be uncovered. Dr. Ilona Jaspers of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill will address misconceptions about e-cigarettes\, discuss e-cigarette components and potential toxicities\, and summarize known health effects. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-e-cigarettes-and-vaping/ CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR