Science Education
All lectures take place in the CEBAF Center Auditorium and are free and open
to the public. The lectures start at 7:00 pm and continue for about an hour.
NOTICE: For security purposes, everyone over 16 is asked to carry a photo I.D.
Security guards may inspect vehicles, book bags and purses.
How the Mind Tricks Us: Visualizations and Visual Illusions
Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
Neurobiology and cognitive psychology have made great progress in understanding how the mind processes information - in particular visual information. The knowledge we can gain from these fields has important implications for the presentation of visual information and student learning.
Dr. Eric Mazur - Harvard University
A TACT-ful Chemical Musical
Tuesday, February 9th, 2010
Eleven elaborate chemical demonstrations which are choreographed and set to popular music. These demonstrations are mixed with two or three numbers involving audience participation.
Tidewater Alliance of Chemistry Teachers
Restoration of the USS Monitor
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
David Krop will discuss the ongoing efforts to conserve and exhibit the iconic Civil War ironclad USS Monitor at The Mariners' Museum. The presentation will cover past conservation accomplishments by conservators and NOAA specialists, current activities in the lab, and future plans to bring back to life one of the world's most famous warships. Learn about the complex methods and procedures used to treat the ship's revolving gun turret, steam engine, Dahlgren guns and carriages, as well as numerous small artifacts like personal items from the crew.
David Krop - Conservation Project Manager
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