For decades, strict drug laws rendered practically impossible research on psychedelic drugs such as psilocybin and lysergic acid. Recent years, however, have seen an explosion of studies into these substances and their effects at nearly every level of analysis. Cognitive neuroscientist Bradley Cooke will discuss recent research findings, interpret the effects of psychedelics on consciousness,…
Zoom Join WIB-Atlanta as we congratulate our 2022 DEI Grant Award Winner, Science for Georgia. Sci4Ga is a nonprofit dedicated to improving communication between scientists and the public, increasing public engagement with science, and advocating for the responsible use of science in public policy. On February 17th at 1 p.m., our organizations will host a…
Climate change is panic-inducing. Some change requires action by state, federal, and world governments to deal with the enormity of the problem. But, as a single individual, what can you do that has a real impact?A local Atlanta startup has an answer! Come learn about Hazel, a new mobile app that makes it simple and…
Virtual Event via Zoom What do we want? Democracy! When do we want it? Now! But how do we get there? Speaking with your legislators is a perfect example of democracy in action. They can only serve community needs if they know what you care about. If science is what you care about, log in…
We all scream for ice cream! But have you ever really thought about what it is? A liquid? A solid? A glass? Ice cream has more in common with toothpaste, froth, and glass than you might expect. Join physicists Daniel Sussman and Michael Czajkowski for an exploration of the physics of disordered solids, and answers…
Doors open 7pm We are back! In person! At the Zoo! What could go wrong? Scientists are funny! And because we’re scientists, we’ve got data to back that statement up! Back by popular demand, and *in 3D* come see scientists do stand-up comedy at Science Jazz Hands! Learn the answers to all of life’s mysteries,…
In Person Join Science for Georgia for an evening of science trivia and flex your science knowledge! The winning team will receive a prize.Beat the Science for Georgia team and you also get a prize!Check out our Science Tavern talks for a leg up: https://www.youtube.com/c/ScienceforGeorgiaThe will be a Special Mystery Guest! Hint: Science ComedyEach $10 donation…
April 23rd and April 30 Online Science Communication (or STEM Communication) is a way to explain science research and share about science topics to different audiences. STEM Communication includes writing and talking about science, and even filmmaking too. In this digital age, social media has driven a whole new way to communicate science and reach…
Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, 11am-2pm at Dunbar Recreation Center April 23rd is the big day! The main goal for the event is to share information with the local community around the intersection of environmental health and human health. A secondary goal is to provide an opportunity for organizations such as Sci4GA to engage with the local…
May 14th, 2022 12pm - 2pm In Person Location: Georgia Wildlife Federation, 11600 Hazelbrand Rd NE, Covington, GA 30014 Join Sci4GA and Dr. JT Pynne for a walking tour of the Georgia Wildlife Federation's working forest and learn about the forest management experiments being run in Georgia's biome.
May 26, 20229am to 4pm, Reception 4pmOur fabulous sponsors have enabled this conference to be free of charge. Robert F. Hatcher, Sr Conference Center100 University Parkway, Macon, Georgia 31206 Zoom Join us for Georgia’s first Environmental Health and Climate Protection Conference that brings together community leaders, concerned citizens, elected officials, and industry experts to hear from environmental…
May 28th, 2022 7pm - 9pm In Person Location: Manuel's Tavern, 602 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307 Extreme weather events are becoming more common and so are the mental health consequences that can result from them for this vulnerable part of the population. Join us and Dr. Jennifer Barkin back in person at…