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SoundWaves: Origins – The Spark of Life
DeLuca Forum, Discovery Building 330 N. Orchard Street, Madison, United StatesIn the 2026-27 academic year, SoundWaves is exploring Origins - from the start of the universe to how we developed language, join us for this four-part series as we uncover the origins of who we are. As always, each lecture is paired with live, musical performance as it relates to the theme of the evening. In this second part, we are diving into the Spark of Life as we celebrate the 50th edition of SoundWaves. Topics include geochemistry, microbiology, and astrobiology! CONTACT: 316-4390, idhub@wid.wisc.edu URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soundwaves-origins-the-spark-of-life-tickets-1999039290330?aff=oddtdtcreator
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SoundWaves: Origins – The Spark of Life
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Orchard View Room, Madison, WI, United StatesCelebrate the 50th edition of SoundWaves as we explore the Spark of Life! The second installment in the Origins series.In the 2026-27 academic year, SoundWaves is exploring Origins - from the start of the universe to how we developed language, join us for this four-part series as we uncover the origins of who we are. As always, each lecture is paired with live, musical performance as it relates to the theme of the evening.In this second part, we are diving into the Spark of Life as we celebrate the 50th edition of SoundWaves since it's creation back in 2011. What do [...]
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WID Seminar Series:
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Orchard View Room, Madison, WI, United StatesModeling parasite life cycles in mice and microfluidic devices
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WID Seminar Series
Orchard View Room 3280, Discovery Building (Also offered online)Modeling parasite life cycles in mice and microfluidic devices. Dr. Elebeoba May, associate professor, Medical Microbiology and Immunology introduces Dr. Laura Knoll, Associate Dean fo rBasic Research Training and Professor, Medical Microbiology and Immunology in the monthly lecture series hosted by the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery. Admission is free. Light snacks provided. CONTACT: 316-4325, events@wid.wisc.edu ONLINE: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/98293855424
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All Hands
Orchard View Room 3280, Discovery BuildingWID quarterly update. All members of WID are expected to attend
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Crossroads of Ideas: Lasers & Lightsabers
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Orchard View Room, Madison, WI, United StatesExploring 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 [...]
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Crossroads of Ideas: UW–Madison Rise Initiatives Pt I
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Orchard View Room, Madison, WI, United StatesExploring the new Rise initiatives at UW–Madison
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Sci-prov: The Workshops – Message Crafting (Spring Session)
Discovery Building - Room 1145 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesFree workshop! Better science communication through improv. This spring workshop will focus on message crafting!Workshop Topic: Message CraftingThis workshop focuses on individuals practicing the delivery of their own messages. Activities focus on refining their messages without jargon, varying timelengths, enhancing stories with emotion, and pivoting when needed.This workshop will take place in room 1145 in the Discovery Building.Space is limited - RSVP required!These 2-hour workshops are designed for graduate students, post-docs, staff, and faculty in STEM related fields who want to sharpen their ability to communicate effectively and adaptively. In research and industry alike, ideas often need to be shared in [...]
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Sci-prov: The Workshop – Message Crafting
1145 Discovery BuildingBetter science communication through improv.. These 2-hour workshops are designed for graduate students, post-docs, staff, and faculty in STEM related fields who want to sharpen their ability to communicate effectively and adaptively. These sessions provide a lively, low-stakes space to build confidence in handling the unexpected and the ability to pivot one’s communication. Message crafting - this workshop focuses on individuals practicing the delivery of their own messages. RSVP required. CONTACT: 316-4390, frlong@wisc.edu URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sci-prov-the-workshops-message-crafting-spring-session-tickets-2004814153100?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Crossroads of Ideas: UW–RISE Initiatives Part II
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Orchard View Room, Madison, WI, United StatesExploring UW – RISE initiatives
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SoundWaves: Origins – The First Word
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Orchard View Room, Madison, WI, United StatesLinguistics, Neuroscience, Anthropology
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Crossroads of Ideas: UW-Madison RISE Initiatives, Part III
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Orchard View Room, Madison, WI, United StatesExploring the new RISE initiatives at UW–Madison
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Sci-prov: The Workshops – Listening & Empathy (Spring Session)
Discovery Building - Room 1145 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesFREE WORKSHOP! Better science communication through improv. This workshop will focus on listening and empathy!Workshop Topic: Listening + EmpathyThis workshop focuses on absorbing information from colleagues and listening for understanding. Activities focus on listening to partners beyond words and distilling messages to core values and beliefs for building bridges with collaborators and the public.emotion, and pivoting when needed.This workshop will take place in room 1145 in the Discovery Building.Space is limited - RSVP required!These 2-hour workshops are designed for graduate students, post-docs, staff, and faculty in STEM related fields who want to sharpen their ability to communicate effectively and adaptively. In [...]
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Sci-prov: The Workshops – Listening & Empathy
1145 Discovery BuildingFree workshop - better science communication through improv!. This workshop focuses on absorbing information from colleagues and listening for understanding. Activities focus on listening to partners beyond words and distilling messages to core values and beliefs for building bridges with collaborators and the public. These workshops are designed for graduate students, postdocs, staff, and faculty in STEM-related fields. Space is limited – RSVP required! CONTACT: 316-4390, idhub@wid.wisc.edu URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sci-prov-the-workshops-listening-empathy-spring-session-tickets-2004814313580?aff=oddtdtcreator
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SoundWaves: Origins – The First Us
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Orchard View Room, Madison, WI, United StatesAnthropology, Psychology, Archeology
