Nov. 9: Encounters in Science & Mathematics 7 p.m. (refreshments at 6:30), Science & Nursing Center
Simpson University invites the community to join students, faculty, staff for a free evening of TED-style talks hosted by the Department of Science and Math. Faculty and students will give five talks on the following topics: - Calculus and the Gold King Mine Spill - Blood from Potatoes - Healing the Earth: Iron Mountain Mine - Infinity: The Grand Hotel Paradox - Power in the Blood "The world needs new scientists," said Dr. Gayle Copeland, the university's provost. "Those who are speaking provide wisdom collected from a lifetime of experience -- and remind us that wonder and creativity are the center of the scientific life."
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