The dependence on oil and other fossil fuels for over 80% of our energy and the continued emission of carbon dioxide threatening stable climate are captured in a single term: sustainability. More »
137 Films in association with The Chicago council on Science and Technology Present "a-work-in-progress' screening of The Believers. More »
Just as a "clockwork universe" followed the invention of the clock 500 years ago, scientists are now moving beyond the Big Bang to talk about universes built from information pushing time into mind-boggling new territory. In his new book, About Time, Dr. Frank argues that new ideas in cosmology are pushing the revolution in time to its final stage. More »
Diplomats of the Chinese Consulate General in Chicago will discuss China's current research and development program to produce energy in an environmentally benign fashion. More »