This special program presents a panel of experts representing different viewpoints on the science behind gene isolation, an issue at the forefront of the public concern. A special component of this program is a mock legal argument conducted by experienced patent trial lawyers introducing the key legal concepts involved in determining whether human genes should be patented.
Programs – C²ST Archive
Chicago’s Water: Protecting Our Precious Resource
Oct 13, 2011Keynote speaker Debra Shore and a panel of experts representing different viewpoints will discuss the current water quality and quantity challenges of the Chicago region.
Street Corner Science: Ask A Nobel Laureate
Sept 24, 2011Find us in front of the Chicago Wrigley Building on the afternoon of Saturday, September 24 and ask the Nobel Prize winning Physicist, Dr. Leon Lederman, anything you want about science, technology, and the physical world!
High Speed Rail: The Midwest Moving Forward
Sept 13, 2011Over the past half century, high-speed rail (HSR) has emerged as an important component of the intercity passenger transport system, providing both an alternative and a compliment to highway and air transport….
The Genius Spark of Nikola Tesla, Expo at Navy Pier
Monday, August 15th, 2011Visit the traveling exhibit of one of the world’s most celebrated scientists
in its showing in the U.S.
