| | COMPUTATIONAL CREATIVITY
Wednesday, May 31 at 8:00 PM - NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts
Robots make art, move like dancers, tell stories, and even help chefs devise unique recipes. But is there ingenuity in silico? Join artists, computer scientists, and leading experts in psychology and neuroscience to explore the roots of creativity in humans and computers. Learn More. |
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| | THE EVOLUTION OF EVOLUTION
Thursday, June 1 at 8:00 PM - NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts
Are we the masters of our genetic fate? John Hockenberry and renowned scientists in genetics, biochemistry, and anthropology consider the future of humankind as evolution evolves. Learn More. |
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| | NEVERTHELESS, SHE PERSISTED
Thursday, June 1 at 8:30 PM - Liberty Hall at Ace Hotel
Strip away the trimmings of a traditional science presentation, add cocktails, and you have the WSF Spotlight. An intimate, cabaret-style setting provides an unobstructed glimpse into the minds of some of the most intrepid scientists who happen to be women. Hosted by Mayim Bialik (The Big Bang Theory).
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| | SCIENCE IN A POLARIZED WORLD
Saturday, June 3 at 8:00 PM - NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts
Join ABC's John Donvan for a global town hall discussion with Nobel Laureate Paul Nurse, NSF Director France Córdova, renowned law and psychology professor Dan Kahan, and Brian Greene, exploring science, culture, and belief as we hurtle toward an uncertain future in which survival hinges on making smart decisions.
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| | COOL JOBS
Sunday, June 4 at 1:30 PM - NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts
This World Science Festival favorite is back with an astounding line-up of the coolest science teachers around: they break cinder blocks, dance their way into geometric shapes, play catch with robots, and so much more. Come experience their passion during an interactive performance you will not want to miss.
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