Events for December 9, 2026

Exploring where science meets movie magic!Explore the fascinating intersection of cutting-edge science and cinematic magic with Brian Lindow, whose career spans Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and nearly a decade working at Skywalker Ranch.Brian takes audiences on a journey from the science of lasers and fusion to the magic of filmmaking, sharing insights into the groundbreaking achievement of fusion ignition at the National Ignition Facility and behind-the-scenes stories and photographs from his time working with George Lucas.The program wraps up with an up-close exploration of fascinating scientific materials, including a giant salt crystal, laser targets, and aerogel, one of the world's lightest [...]