Latest Past Events

Ancestry & Identity at Edward Smith Library – Northford, CT (POSTPONED)

Edward Smith Library 3 Old Post Road, Northford

Explore the intersection of science, innovation, and society with our ‘Introduction to DNA Ancestry Testing’ program. Technological developments in genetics have enabled people to become more informed healthcare consumers and connected to their extended family around the globe. This program explores genetic testing for ancestry and family history purposes. Attendees will have the opportunity to […]

Sex, Genetics & Athletics at Baltimore Underground Science Space (BUGSS) – Baltimore, MD

Baltimore Underground Science Space (BUGSS) 101 North Haven Street, Baltimore

Athletics are often divided into men’s and women’s categories to foster fair competition, but efforts to define who qualifies to compete in the women’s events have been controversial. In this interactive event, attendees will use athletics (commonly referred to as “track and field” in the US) as a lens to examine the biology of sex […]

DNA, Crime, & Law Enforcement at Hall Memorial Library – Ellington, CT

Hall Memorial Library 93 Main St, Ellington

The collection and analysis of DNA is an important tool in law enforcement. This presentation explores the challenge of establishing ethical and legal frameworks to guide the use of newly developed genetic technologies. How can we as a society use genetics to keep people safe, solve crimes, and, at the same time, develop policies that […]