Register for Lab Research SLAM by June 19
About the SLAM The SLAM is modeled after 3 Minute Thesis and Grad Slam. The SLAM is a competition where contestants are challenged to present a compelling three minute presentation of their research in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. Competitors are allowed one PowerPoint slide, but no other resources or props. The SLAM […]
Learn About the Lab’s Efforts to Map the Universe – May 28
Learn about 12 billion years of cosmic history, and the 5,000 fibers that will be used to map the universe over the next five years in a science@home presentation from DESI Lab researchers Claire Poppett and David Schlegel. The project’s goal: to construct a 3D map of the universe. Date: Thursday, May 28 Time: 1 […]
Celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at Home
Celebrate Asian Pacific Heritage Month while sheltering in place! We asked the Lab’s Asian employee activity associations to suggest media to stream, so that you can enjoy the rich heritage of Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures. Berkeley Lab Asian Association Larry Guo, president of the Berkeley Lab Asian Association, recommends PBS’s rich offerings, which […]
Virtual Events to Support Community Outreach
Support local organizations and students by attending virtual volunteer events this month and next. Ask questions and review student work at research showcases, or support professional development by reviewing resumes. Learn more on the K-12 Education & Outreach website. June: Engineering Design Showcase Date: June 4 and June 5 Location: Virtually via UC Davis Now […]
WSEC Talk by Computing’s Dani Ushizima – May 28, 2020
The May WSEC Brown Bag will take place Thursday May 28, 12-1pm, and feature a talk by WSEC’s own Daniela Ushizima, Ph.D.! Dani is a Staff Scientist at CRD-LBNL, a Data Scientist at the BIDS-UCB and an Affiliate Faculty at BCHSI-UCSF. Date: Thursday, May 28, 2020 (add it to your calendar) Time: 12 noon – 1 […]
Webinar on Total Health Nutrition – May 22, 2020
Kaiser is hosting a nutrition webinar on Friday, May 22, from noon to 1 p.m. The principles of good nutrition, how food can affect our health, highly nutritious foods, and eating behaviors are among the topics that will be discussed. The event is open to all, but space is limited, so sign up soon. REGISTRATION
K-12 Live Science Presents 3D Design and Fabrication – May 22, 2020
The K-12 Education and Outreach office invites staff and their families to join a live science demonstration and activity on 3D design and fabrication, and TinkerCAD software, on May 22 at 2 p.m. Visit streaming.lbl.gov to participate. Did you know that our engineers custom build a lot of the equipment used in Berkeley Lab research? […]
Wellness in the New Normal Program – Every 2 weeks on Tuesday
Are you looking for ways to improve handling the stress of shelter in place? Have you found approaches that enhance your resilience around the challenges of working from home that you can share? Connect with fellow Berkeley Lab colleagues and join in on short facilitated discussions once every two weeks to share tips on being […]
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Celebrate at Home
Celebrate Asian Pacific Heritage Month while sheltering in place! Larry Guo of the Berkeley Asian Association recommends PBS.com, which offers a variety of programs on the rich histories and cultures of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Email llguo@lbl.gov to join the Asian Association. What To Watch: Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Edition on PBS […]
Mental Health Awareness Month: Balance Body & Mind – Join UCB’s WorkFit Classes!
WorkFIT, sponsored by UC Berkeley’s Department of Recreational Sports, is staffed by a team of certified personal trainers who deliver strength training, flexibility and general fitness classes throughout the week. During the Shelter-in-Place the classes have not only moved online, but are now free and open to public. What’s New? Monday Night Dance Jam is […]
