College of Science
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Science Unwrapped
General Science
Jessica Habashi is a champion of undergraduate research.
Can We Live the Good Life and Keep Our Planet Healthy?
Jessica Habashi is a champion of undergraduate research.
General Science
Presentations
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Artificial intelligence – AI – captures our imaginations with its rocketing innovation and surging accessibility.
A.I. is an Astounding Innovation, but Can We Trust It?
Artificial intelligence – AI – captures our imaginations with its rocketing innovation and surging accessibility.
General Science
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
Presentations
Watershed scientist Patrick Belmont explores how we can better align economics and sustainability to put us on track for improving quality of life for people.
Can We Live the Good Life and Keep Our Planet Healthy?
Watershed scientist Patrick Belmont explores how we can better align economics and sustainability to put us on track for improving quality of life for people.
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
General Science
Presentations
Collaborating with USU physicists and computer scientists, along with Cache County teachers, Swanson designs classroom science activities that help students transform daydreams into big ideas.
How Do We Learn and How Should We Teach?
Collaborating with USU physicists and computer scientists, along with Cache County teachers, Swanson designs classroom science activities that help students transform daydreams into big ideas.
College of Science
Presentations
Science Unwrapped
Geosciences
We associate earthquakes with seismic waves and potential destruction because that is what we can feel and see. But energy during an earthquake is also transformed into heat (the First Law of Thermodynamics.)
Energy Transformations: Earthquakes and Hot Rocks
We associate earthquakes with seismic waves and potential destruction because that is what we can feel and see. But energy during an earthquake is also transformed into heat (the First Law of Thermodynamics.)
Science Unwrapped
Mathematics and Statistics
Presentations
College of Science
In probability theory, the Law of Large Numbers (LLN) is a theorem that describes the result of performing the same experiment a large number of times.
Randomness & Chance: Push It to the Limit
In probability theory, the Law of Large Numbers (LLN) is a theorem that describes the result of performing the same experiment a large number of times.
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College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Biology
To keep people safe, it’s important to keep science in mind. Carl Farley is an industrial hygienist – a scientist and engineer who specializes in keeping people safe in the workplace.
Waves, Force, Torque: The Science of Safety
To keep people safe, it’s important to keep science in mind. Carl Farley is an industrial hygienist – a scientist and engineer who specializes in keeping people safe in the workplace.
Science Unwrapped
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Computer Science
Mathematics
College of Science
Physicist Boyd Edwards and computer scientist John Edwards – who happen to be brothers – team up to help us understand these “weird” phenomena, with a little help from French scientist Gaspard-Gustave de Coriolis (1792-1843).
Rotational Force: Riding the Coriolis Carousel
Physicist Boyd Edwards and computer scientist John Edwards – who happen to be brothers – team up to help us understand these “weird” phenomena, with a little help from French scientist Gaspard-Gustave de Coriolis (1792-1843).
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Physic
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Many of us are afraid of radioactivity, but can’t explain why. It turns out there are relatively few reasons for radioactive decay, and, at Science Unwrapped, we’ll explore each of them.
Radioactivity: What’s Wrong with That Nucleus?
Many of us are afraid of radioactivity, but can’t explain why. It turns out there are relatively few reasons for radioactive decay, and, at Science Unwrapped, we’ll explore each of them.
College of Science
Dinosaurs
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Ecology
Geosciences
Science Unwrapped
One … two … three …. Four: How do we know how old something is? USU geoscientist Evey Gannaway Dalton says the principle of fossil succession is fundamental to our understanding of the relative age of different rocks.
Chronological Order: Telling Time with Utah’s Fossil Record
One … two … three …. Four: How do we know how old something is? USU geoscientist Evey Gannaway Dalton says the principle of fossil succession is fundamental to our understanding of the relative age of different rocks.
Biology
Science Unwrapped
Ecology
College of Science
Presentations
Summer is hot, winter is cold and spring is wet. But have you ever wondered why some seasons are hotter or colder, wetter or drier than normal?
Waves: The Ups and Downs of Utah’s Climate Cycle
Summer is hot, winter is cold and spring is wet. But have you ever wondered why some seasons are hotter or colder, wetter or drier than normal?
Geosciences
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
College of Science
Cache Valley, Utah and Idaho, along with the surrounding areas, have a fascinating geological history. Geologist Susanne Jänecke will describe our region's “rocky” history, including how ancient volcanoes in Gem Valley, as well as Lake Bonneville and acti
Cache Valley’s Ancient Floods and Earthquakes | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Cache Valley, Utah and Idaho, along with the surrounding areas, have a fascinating geological history. Geologist Susanne Jänecke will describe our region's “rocky” history, including how ancient volcanoes in Gem Valley, as well as Lake Bonneville and acti...
Biology
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
Frogs can teach us a lot about evolution and how organisms adapt to an ever-changing world. Biologist Molly Womack takes us on a millions-of-years journey featuring amazing amphibians.
Croaky Shapeshifters: How Frogs Shapeshift within a Lifetime and Across Millennia | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Frogs can teach us a lot about evolution and how organisms adapt to an ever-changing world. Biologist Molly Womack takes us on a millions-of-years journey featuring amazing amphibians.
Science Unwrapped
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College of Science
Computer Science
According to computer scientist Vladimir Kulyukin, the computation can unlock mysteries of honeybee behavior, how the bees’ environment affects how they live, along with the “music” of bees’ buzzing. Learn how artificial intelligence can transform hives i
Music, Traffic, Solar Harvests: Computing with Honeybees | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
According to computer scientist Vladimir Kulyukin, the computation can unlock mysteries of honeybee behavior, how the bees’ environment affects how they live, along with the “music” of bees’ buzzing. Learn how artificial intelligence can transform hives i...
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
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Computer Science
Mathematics and Statistics
Lots of snow is great for skiers and thirsty reservoirs but can present a challenge to building designers. How do you build buildings that will safely withstand the weight of snow loads? By collecting and analyzing LOTS of data, and living with a little u
Predicting Snowmageddon: Using Data Science to Design Against Disaster | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Lots of snow is great for skiers and thirsty reservoirs but can present a challenge to building designers. How do you build buildings that will safely withstand the weight of snow loads? By collecting and analyzing LOTS of data, and living with a little u...
Physics
Science Unwrapped
Mathematics and Statistics
Presentations
College of Science
What do we mean when we say “exponential growth”? Physicist Rob Davies will define this concept and how it relates to viruses, as well as economic growth and humanity’s impact on the planet.
Fantasies of Continuous Growth: Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
What do we mean when we say “exponential growth”? Physicist Rob Davies will define this concept and how it relates to viruses, as well as economic growth and humanity’s impact on the planet.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
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College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Did you know chemical contaminants can travel long distances through the Earth’s atmosphere to remote ecosystems? Chemist Kimberly Hageman will discuss how pollutants from our human activities spread to the mountains, as well as to faraway places like Arc
Chemical Commuters: How Pollutants Travel Far and Wide through the Earth’s Atmosphere | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Did you know chemical contaminants can travel long distances through the Earth’s atmosphere to remote ecosystems? Chemist Kimberly Hageman will discuss how pollutants from our human activities spread to the mountains, as well as to faraway places like Arc...
Ecology
College of Science
Watershed Sciences
Science Unwrapped
Biology
Presentations
How can we use science to foster a healthier world? Using Utah Lake as an example, ecologist Ben Abbott will discuss ways to encourage productive interaction between scientific knowledge and public policy.
Lake Effects: Utah Lake Issues Reveal How We View Science and Public Policy | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
How can we use science to foster a healthier world? Using Utah Lake as an example, ecologist Ben Abbott will discuss ways to encourage productive interaction between scientific knowledge and public policy.
2022
Engineering
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
Electrical engineer and ASPIRE Director Dr. Regan Zane is the featured presenter for "Electric Avenues" focusing on the electric cars and roadways of the future. (April 1, 2022)
Electric Avenues | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Electrical engineer and ASPIRE Director Dr. Regan Zane is the featured presenter for "Electric Avenues" focusing on the electric cars and roadways of the future. (April 1, 2022)
2022
Geosciences
Presentations
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
USU geoscientist Katie Potter, who recently completed Expedition 391 aboard the NSF-funded JOIDES Resolution research ship, was a featured speaker at USU’s Science Unwrapped Friday, March 18. She presented “What Goes Up, Must Come Down: Cleaning up the At
What Goes Up, Must come down | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU geoscientist Katie Potter, who recently completed Expedition 391 aboard the NSF-funded JOIDES Resolution research ship, was a featured speaker at USU’s Science Unwrapped Friday, March 18. She presented “What Goes Up, Must Come Down: Cleaning up the At...
2022
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
Biology
USU neurobiologist Sara Freeman studies what happens in the brain as people form social bonds, including bonds strong enough to commit ourselves to one significant other. Freeman presented “The Science of Social Bonds: From Animals to Autism” at USU’s Sc
Matters of the Heart or Brain? | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU neurobiologist Sara Freeman studies what happens in the brain as people form social bonds, including bonds strong enough to commit ourselves to one significant other. Freeman presented “The Science of Social Bonds: From Animals to Autism” at USU’s Sc...
Presentations
Computer Science
2022
Robotics & AI
Robotics and AI
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
“We’re going to explore how robots make very complex decisions, as they serve humans in a wide range of ways” What’s it like for a robot to live in a human world? USU computer scientist Mario Harper asked and answered this enticing question at USU’s Scien
Hard Choices: Being a Robot in a Human World | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“We’re going to explore how robots make very complex decisions, as they serve humans in a wide range of ways” What’s it like for a robot to live in a human world? USU computer scientist Mario Harper asked and answered this enticing question at USU’s Scien...
Biology
Presentations
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
2021
Biological Engineer Keith Roper presents “An In-COVID-ient Sleuth: Lifting Viral Fingerprints from Water and Air” at USU’s Science Unwrapped. He details efforts to detect SARS-CoV-2 virus in wastewater. This has aided public health officials in tracking i
An In-COVID-ient Sleuth | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Biological Engineer Keith Roper presents “An In-COVID-ient Sleuth: Lifting Viral Fingerprints from Water and Air” at USU’s Science Unwrapped. He details efforts to detect SARS-CoV-2 virus in wastewater. This has aided public health officials in tracking i...
2021
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Biology
insects
Presentations
USU ecologist Norah Saarman is using satellite and genetic data to track Mosquitos, disease-carrying killers. She discusses this in her presentation “Making Use of the Great and Small: Tracking Disease-Carrying Mosquitoes with Satellites and Genetics” at
Tracking Disease- Carrying Mosquitoes with Satellites and Genetics | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU ecologist Norah Saarman is using satellite and genetic data to track Mosquitos, disease-carrying killers. She discusses this in her presentation “Making Use of the Great and Small: Tracking Disease-Carrying Mosquitoes with Satellites and Genetics” at...
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
Presentations
2022
Robotics & AI
“It’s easier to understand data when you can see it,” says Kevin Moon, assistant professor in USU’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics. He explains this further in his Science Unwrapped presentation titled “Seeing Science: Using Machine Learning to
Seeing Science Using Machine Learning to Visualize Data | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“It’s easier to understand data when you can see it,” says Kevin Moon, assistant professor in USU’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics. He explains this further in his Science Unwrapped presentation titled “Seeing Science: Using Machine Learning to ...
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
Presentations
2021
Chemistry and Biochemistry
“Over the past 4,000 years, chocolate has evolved from a thick, bitter drink to the sweet, delicious treat we all enjoy today,” says USU food chemist Silvana Martini, who presented more about the history of chocolate in, “Molecules, Crystals and Chocolate
Molecules, Crystals and Chocolate| Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“Over the past 4,000 years, chocolate has evolved from a thick, bitter drink to the sweet, delicious treat we all enjoy today,” says USU food chemist Silvana Martini, who presented more about the history of chocolate in, “Molecules, Crystals and Chocolate...
2021
Presentations
Robotics & AI
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
USU political scientist Jeannie Johnson asks, “Which parts of ‘dataveillance’ are becoming attractive in the West and what does that mean for democracy?” in her Science Unwrapped presentation “The Dark Side of Dataveillance.” (March 19, 2021)
The Dark Side of Dataveillance | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU political scientist Jeannie Johnson asks, “Which parts of ‘dataveillance’ are becoming attractive in the West and what does that mean for democracy?” in her Science Unwrapped presentation “The Dark Side of Dataveillance.” (March 19, 2021)
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
2021
College of Science
Chemistry and Biochemistry
USU’s Ryan Jackson presents “A ‘CRISPR’ Understanding: How Genetic Engineering Will Impact Our Lives Now and in the Future” at Science Unwrapped. (Mar 5, 2021)
A 'CRISPR' Understanding | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU’s Ryan Jackson presents “A ‘CRISPR’ Understanding: How Genetic Engineering Will Impact Our Lives Now and in the Future” at Science Unwrapped. (Mar 5, 2021)
Biology
2021
Presentations
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
USU neurobiologist Thayne Sweeten says, “Although vaccines have played a major role in eradicating serious disease over the centuries, concerns and fears surrounding their use have persisted.” Sweeten explores this topic at Science Unwrapped with “Vaccin
Vaccine Fears: Fact and Fiction | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU neurobiologist Thayne Sweeten says, “Although vaccines have played a major role in eradicating serious disease over the centuries, concerns and fears surrounding their use have persisted.” Sweeten explores this topic at Science Unwrapped with “Vaccin...
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
Presentations
2020
Biology
USU’s Science Unwrapped delves into zoonotic diseases (illnesses caused by germs spread from animals to people) as Research Assistant Professor Brett Hurst presents “Uneasy Neighbors: How Interactions Between Humans and Animals Can Cause Pandemics.” (Nov
Uneasy Neighbors: How Interactions Between Humans and Animals Can Cause Pandemics | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU’s Science Unwrapped delves into zoonotic diseases (illnesses caused by germs spread from animals to people) as Research Assistant Professor Brett Hurst presents “Uneasy Neighbors: How Interactions Between Humans and Animals Can Cause Pandemics.” (Nov...
Science Unwrapped
Robotics & AI
2020
College of Science
Presentations
USU’s Science Unwrapped featured speaker Charmaine Sample, chief security research scientist of Idaho National Laboratory’s Cybercore Division presents “Smart Cookies: Exploring Artificial Intelligence and Machine 0Learning from the Perspective of a Cyber
Smart Cookies: Exploring Artifical Intelligence and Machine Learning from the Perspective of a Cybersecurity Professional | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU’s Science Unwrapped featured speaker Charmaine Sample, chief security research scientist of Idaho National Laboratory’s Cybercore Division presents “Smart Cookies: Exploring Artificial Intelligence and Machine 0Learning from the Perspective of a Cyber...
Science Unwrapped
2020
Presentations
Computer Science
College of Science
USU’s Science Unwrapped committee asked computer scientist Nick Flann, to present, “Meme Menace: How Disinformation Spreads on Social Media” as we explored some ominous themes of science in society as part of the “Brave New World” series. (Sep. 25, 2020)
Meme Menace: How Disinformation Spreads on Social Media | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU’s Science Unwrapped committee asked computer scientist Nick Flann, to present, “Meme Menace: How Disinformation Spreads on Social Media” as we explored some ominous themes of science in society as part of the “Brave New World” series. (Sep. 25, 2020)...
2020
Biology
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
insects
Presentations
Ecology
“How boring our meals would be without pollinators,” says Theresa Pitts-Singer, research entomologist, USDA-ARS Pollinating Insect-Biology, Management, Systematics Research Laboratory on the USU campus in Logan. She presents “All the Reasons that ‘Bee’” a
All the Reasons that 'Bee' | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“How boring our meals would be without pollinators,” says Theresa Pitts-Singer, research entomologist, USDA-ARS Pollinating Insect-Biology, Management, Systematics Research Laboratory on the USU campus in Logan. She presents “All the Reasons that ‘Bee’” a...
2020
General Science
Presentations
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
“What choices can we make to improve our health, while also improving the health of our planet?” Ron Munger, USU’s Dietetics and Food Sciences professor, discusses this topic during his Science Unwrapped presentation “Is Your Diet Good for You and the Pl
Is Your Diet Good for You and the Planet? | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“What choices can we make to improve our health, while also improving the health of our planet?” Ron Munger, USU’s Dietetics and Food Sciences professor, discusses this topic during his Science Unwrapped presentation “Is Your Diet Good for You and the Pl...
College of Science
Presentations
2019
General Science
Science Unwrapped
Bread has been a staple and a symbol, of sustenance, community, and survival since antiquity. USU Biology alum and Cache Valley artisan baker Bill Oblock re-introduces us to this common food source in an uncommon way, as he presents “Bake to the Future” a
Bake to the Future | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Bread has been a staple and a symbol, of sustenance, community, and survival since antiquity. USU Biology alum and Cache Valley artisan baker Bill Oblock re-introduces us to this common food source in an uncommon way, as he presents “Bake to the Future” a...
2019
Biology
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
Presentations
What happens to food when we eat it? USU nutrition scientist Carrie Durward, a registered dietitian, says the journey food takes through our digestive systems is ‘epic’ and she describes that fantastic voyage at Science Unwrapped. (Oct. 11, 2019)
Breaking it Down: Food's Epic Journey through Your Digestive System | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
What happens to food when we eat it? USU nutrition scientist Carrie Durward, a registered dietitian, says the journey food takes through our digestive systems is ‘epic’ and she describes that fantastic voyage at Science Unwrapped. (Oct. 11, 2019)
Presentations
Biology
2019
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Utah State University scientists Bruce Bugbee and Lance Seefeldt are part of the NASA-funded Center for the Utilization of Biological Engineering in Space Project, known as “CUBES,” and they share what they’ve learned about “Food on Mars” at Science Unwra
Food on Mars | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Utah State University scientists Bruce Bugbee and Lance Seefeldt are part of the NASA-funded Center for the Utilization of Biological Engineering in Space Project, known as “CUBES,” and they share what they’ve learned about “Food on Mars” at Science Unwra...
2022
Physics
Presentations
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Utah State University physicist Charlie Torre, a professor in USU’s Department of Physics, will explore the amazing atomic scale with the talk “Quantum” at USU’s Science Unwrapped. The presentation is the culmination of the year-long, 10th anniversary “Po
Investigating the Quantum Scale | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Utah State University physicist Charlie Torre, a professor in USU’s Department of Physics, will explore the amazing atomic scale with the talk “Quantum” at USU’s Science Unwrapped. The presentation is the culmination of the year-long, 10th anniversary “Po...
College of Science
Biology
Engineering
Presentations
2022
Science Unwrapped
“Nano,” a unit prefix meaning “one billionth,” is the topic for USU’s Science Unwrapped with featured speakers Elizabeth Vargis, assistant professor in USU’s Dept. of Biological Engineering and Nick Roberts, assistant professor in USU’s Dept. of Mechanica
Nano | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“Nano,” a unit prefix meaning “one billionth,” is the topic for USU’s Science Unwrapped with featured speakers Elizabeth Vargis, assistant professor in USU’s Dept. of Biological Engineering and Nick Roberts, assistant professor in USU’s Dept. of Mechanica...
Science Unwrapped
Biology
College of Science
2022
Presentations
“Microscopic organisms influence the health of our environment and even processes occurring within our own bodies.” says USU biologist Bonnie Waring, assistant professor in the Department of Biology and the USU Ecology Center. She presents “Microscopic,”
Can Microbes Change History | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“Microscopic organisms influence the health of our environment and even processes occurring within our own bodies.” says USU biologist Bonnie Waring, assistant professor in the Department of Biology and the USU Ecology Center. She presents “Microscopic,”...
2018
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
Presentations
Geosciences
Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped continues its “Powers of 10” series with “Planetary”, featuring USU geologist Carol Dehler. Associate professor Dehler enjoys teaching physical and historical geology, stratigraphy and sedimentology.
Planetary: How Big is the Earth, Really? | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped continues its “Powers of 10” series with “Planetary”, featuring USU geologist Carol Dehler. Associate professor Dehler enjoys teaching physical and historical geology, stratigraphy and sedimentology.
2018
Science Unwrapped
Astronomy and Rockets
College of Science
Presentations
Utah State University physicist Tonya Triplett, principle lecturer in USU’s Department of Physics and long-time lecturer of the course, “Intelligent Life in the Universe,” presents “Cosmologic,” for USU’s Science Unwrapped program. (Oct. 26, 2018)
Cosmologic: Are we Alone in the Cosmos? | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Utah State University physicist Tonya Triplett, principle lecturer in USU’s Department of Physics and long-time lecturer of the course, “Intelligent Life in the Universe,” presents “Cosmologic,” for USU’s Science Unwrapped program. (Oct. 26, 2018)
Presentations
College of Science
2018
Mathematics and Statistics
Science Unwrapped
“Trying to imagine numbers too massive or too miniscule to see can be mind-boggling…scientists rely on ‘Powers of 10’ notation to understand different physical scales and how big or how small things really are.” (Sep. 28, 2018)
How Big or How Small? Understanding the Powers of 10 | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“Trying to imagine numbers too massive or too miniscule to see can be mind-boggling…scientists rely on ‘Powers of 10’ notation to understand different physical scales and how big or how small things really are.” (Sep. 28, 2018)
College of Science
Robotics and AI
Presentations
Computer Science
2018
Science Unwrapped
Why do we create art? Do you have to be human to make art? That is, is “art” created by an artificially intelligent machine art? USU physicist David Peak explores these questions at Science Unwrapped as he presents “Do Androids Dream of Electric Art?” (M
Do Androids Dream of Electric Art | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Why do we create art? Do you have to be human to make art? That is, is “art” created by an artificially intelligent machine art? USU physicist David Peak explores these questions at Science Unwrapped as he presents “Do Androids Dream of Electric Art?” (M...
2018
General Science
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
College of Science
Objects, tools and machines we use every day emerged from a fusion of technology and artistic design. John Neely, a professor in USU’s Department of Art + Design, presents “The Evolution of Technology,” at Science Unwrapped. (Feb. 23, 2018)
The Evolution of Technology | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Objects, tools and machines we use every day emerged from a fusion of technology and artistic design. John Neely, a professor in USU’s Department of Art + Design, presents “The Evolution of Technology,” at Science Unwrapped. (Feb. 23, 2018)
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
2022
Biology
College of Science
Author Vladimir Nabokov was also an accomplished lepidopterist and illustrator. USU biologists Lauren Lucas and Zach Gompert explore Nabokov’s unique genius at USU’s Science Unwrapped with a presentation titled “Nabokov’s Butterflies”. (Jan. 26, 2022)
Nabokov's Butterflies | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Author Vladimir Nabokov was also an accomplished lepidopterist and illustrator. USU biologists Lauren Lucas and Zach Gompert explore Nabokov’s unique genius at USU’s Science Unwrapped with a presentation titled “Nabokov’s Butterflies”. (Jan. 26, 2022)
Science Unwrapped
2017
College of Science
Biology
Presentations
Sharks often evoke fear, but USU ecologist says the aquatic creatures deserve greater credit for their role in maintaining healthy marine and coastal ecosystems and a sustainable planet. Atwood presents “Sharks: Guardians of Our Oceans” at USU’s Science U
Sharks: Guardians of Our Oceans | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Sharks often evoke fear, but USU ecologist says the aquatic creatures deserve greater credit for their role in maintaining healthy marine and coastal ecosystems and a sustainable planet. Atwood presents “Sharks: Guardians of Our Oceans” at USU’s Science U...
College of Science
Presentations
Ecology
2017
Science Unwrapped
Jim Lutz, assistant professor in USU’s Dept. of Wildland Resources, presents “Why the World Needs Big Trees,” at Science Unwrapped. “Big trees can be hundreds or thousands of years old, but few trees in forests reach these elite sizes,” he says. “...Big t
Why the World Needs Big Trees | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Jim Lutz, assistant professor in USU’s Dept. of Wildland Resources, presents “Why the World Needs Big Trees,” at Science Unwrapped. “Big trees can be hundreds or thousands of years old, but few trees in forests reach these elite sizes,” he says. “...Big t...
Presentations
Wildlife Science
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
2017
Large terrestrial mammals fill us with wonder, curiosity and sometimes fear, but imagine a world without them. USU wildlife ecologist Johan du Toit explores this possibility at Science Unwrapped while he presents “Sharing the World with Big Animals.” (Se
Sharing the World With Big Animals | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Large terrestrial mammals fill us with wonder, curiosity and sometimes fear, but imagine a world without them. USU wildlife ecologist Johan du Toit explores this possibility at Science Unwrapped while he presents “Sharing the World with Big Animals.” (Se...
Presentations
Biology
Science Unwrapped
2017
Wildlife Science
College of Science
Do birds of a feather really flock together? Can birds recognize individual people? And why do birds sometimes crash into windows? Utah State University ornithologist Kimberly Sullivan explores these questions with her Science Unwrapped presentation, “A B
Bird's-Eye View | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Do birds of a feather really flock together? Can birds recognize individual people? And why do birds sometimes crash into windows? Utah State University ornithologist Kimberly Sullivan explores these questions with her Science Unwrapped presentation, “A B...
College of Science
2017
Biology
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
Wildlife Science
Are wolves as ferocious and fearless as depicted in popular media? USU wildlife ecologist Dan MacNulty explores this question at Science Unwrapped. The assistant professor in the Dept. of Wildland Resources presents “Timid Predators, Scary Prey: Why Wolve
Wolves: Timid Predators? | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Are wolves as ferocious and fearless as depicted in popular media? USU wildlife ecologist Dan MacNulty explores this question at Science Unwrapped. The assistant professor in the Dept. of Wildland Resources presents “Timid Predators, Scary Prey: Why Wolve...
2017
Astronomy and Rockets
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
Utah State University physicist Maria Rodriguez is featured speaker for the university’s Science Unwrapped program where she will present “CSI: Black Holes in the Universe.” which is the second of four events of Science Unwrapped’s “Science Fact, Science
CSI: Black Holes in the Universe | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Utah State University physicist Maria Rodriguez is featured speaker for the university’s Science Unwrapped program where she will present “CSI: Black Holes in the Universe.” which is the second of four events of Science Unwrapped’s “Science Fact, Science ...
Presentations
Fossils
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
Dinosaurs
Geosciences
“At Science Unwrapped, I’ll talk about how artists and filmmakers use paleontology and comparative anatomy to create believable monsters,” says featured speaker USU paleontologist Ben Burger about his talk “The Art and Science of Monster Creation.” (Jan.
The Science and Art of Monster Creation | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“At Science Unwrapped, I’ll talk about how artists and filmmakers use paleontology and comparative anatomy to create believable monsters,” says featured speaker USU paleontologist Ben Burger about his talk “The Art and Science of Monster Creation.” (Jan....
Biology
2016
Presentations
Science Unwrapped
College of Science
Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores questions about movie making with bees as the featured speaker Jamie Strange, research entomologist with the USDA-ARS Pollinating Insects Research Unit at USU, presents “Swarm Science: Taking the Sting Ou
Swarm Science: Taking the Sting Out of Filming Bees | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores questions about movie making with bees as the featured speaker Jamie Strange, research entomologist with the USDA-ARS Pollinating Insects Research Unit at USU, presents “Swarm Science: Taking the Sting Ou...
Computer Science
Robots
College of Science
Presentations
Mathematics and Statistics
AI
Robotics and AI
2016
Engineering
Science Unwrapped
Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores a chilling hypothetical phenomenon when David Brown, associate professor in USU’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics, presents “Artificial Intelligence: Too Late to Stop Robot Apocalypse?” (April 15
Artificial Intelligence: Too Late to Stop Robot Apocalypse | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores a chilling hypothetical phenomenon when David Brown, associate professor in USU’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics, presents “Artificial Intelligence: Too Late to Stop Robot Apocalypse?” (April 15...
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
Dinosaurs
Fossils
College of Science
Geosciences
2016
“Dinosaurs were not monsters,” says Salt-Lake-City-based science writer Brian Switek. He sheds light on these awe-inspiring animals as featured speaker for Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped. He presents “Dino-Stars: The Fossils that Changed How We
Dino-Stars: The Fossils that Changed How We See the Past | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“Dinosaurs were not monsters,” says Salt-Lake-City-based science writer Brian Switek. He sheds light on these awe-inspiring animals as featured speaker for Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped. He presents “Dino-Stars: The Fossils that Changed How We...
Science Unwrapped
2016
Biology
Presentations
College of Science
“I want to dispel common myths about snakes and offer a chance to learn some really cool, interesting stuff about these animals…” Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores these curious creatures when herpetologist Andrew Durso presents “Life is
Life is Short but Snakes are Long | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“I want to dispel common myths about snakes and offer a chance to learn some really cool, interesting stuff about these animals…” Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores these curious creatures when herpetologist Andrew Durso presents “Life is ...
2016
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
Biology
College of Science
We’ve all heard the terms ‘organic’ and ‘sustainable’ agriculture, but what do those descriptions really mean? Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores this question with USU soil scientist Jennifer Reeve. She presents “What is Organic and Susta
What is Organic and Sustainable Agriculture, Anyway? | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
We’ve all heard the terms ‘organic’ and ‘sustainable’ agriculture, but what do those descriptions really mean? Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores this question with USU soil scientist Jennifer Reeve. She presents “What is Organic and Susta...
2016
Science Unwrapped
Presentations
College of Science
Physics
USU’s Science Unwrapped will probe questions about optical camouflage technology and more during the talk, “Hiding in Plain Sight: Exploring Cloaking Devices.” Featured speaker is USU Physics alum John Howell ’95, professor of quantum optics at the Univer
Hiding in Plain Sight: Exploring Cloaking Devices | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU’s Science Unwrapped will probe questions about optical camouflage technology and more during the talk, “Hiding in Plain Sight: Exploring Cloaking Devices.” Featured speaker is USU Physics alum John Howell ’95, professor of quantum optics at the Univer...
Science Unwrapped
Watershed Sciences
2015
Presentations
College of Science
People can’t survive without water. But too much water destroys lives and property. Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores this extraordinary relationship with water scientist Michelle Baker as she presents “Water and People: Friends or Foes?”
Water and People: Friends or Foes? | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
People can’t survive without water. But too much water destroys lives and property. Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores this extraordinary relationship with water scientist Michelle Baker as she presents “Water and People: Friends or Foes?”...
Presentations
Science Unwrapped
Biology
2015
College of Science
“Quality of water has to equal quality of life. If we degrade water, we degrade our quality of life,” says Betsy Damon, who has collaborated with scientists and urban planners around the world to create naturally filtering urban water parks, presents “Wat
Water Creates | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“Quality of water has to equal quality of life. If we degrade water, we degrade our quality of life,” says Betsy Damon, who has collaborated with scientists and urban planners around the world to create naturally filtering urban water parks, presents “Wat...
Science Unwrapped
Biology
College of Science
Presentations
2015
“Beavers do a much better job of river restoration than we do, and have a much longer track record of river engineering,” says USU geomorphologist Joe Wheaton. He is the featured speaker for USU’s Science Unwrapped presenting “Leave it to Beavers: Lessons
Leave it to Beavers | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
“Beavers do a much better job of river restoration than we do, and have a much longer track record of river engineering,” says USU geomorphologist Joe Wheaton. He is the featured speaker for USU’s Science Unwrapped presenting “Leave it to Beavers: Lessons...
Watershed Sciences
College of Science
Presentations
Science Unwrapped
Biology
2015
Extraordinary microbial communities actually thrive in “America’s Dead Sea.” USU welcomes Westminster College microbiologist Bonnie Baxter, who has long studied these ultra-hearty organisms. She presents “Going to Extremes: Exploring Extremophiles of the
Going to Extremes: Extremophiles in the Great Salt Lake | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
Extraordinary microbial communities actually thrive in “America’s Dead Sea.” USU welcomes Westminster College microbiologist Bonnie Baxter, who has long studied these ultra-hearty organisms. She presents “Going to Extremes: Exploring Extremophiles of the...
College of Science
Biology
Presentations
Science Unwrapped
2015
USU wetlands ecologist Karin Kettenring addresses challenges, along with special features of the Great Salt Lake wetlands, as featured speaker for USU’s Science Unwrapped. Her talk is titled, “Mighty Phragmites: Controlling Plant Invaders in Great Salt La
Mighty Phragmites | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
USU wetlands ecologist Karin Kettenring addresses challenges, along with special features of the Great Salt Lake wetlands, as featured speaker for USU’s Science Unwrapped. Her talk is titled, “Mighty Phragmites: Controlling Plant Invaders in Great Salt La...
Biology
Presentations
Watershed Sciences
2015
College of Science
Science Unwrapped
In its “Great Salt Lake Today” series, Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores this enigmatic Utah gem. The series begins with “Great Salt Lake: Stranger in Utah’s Backyard “presented by USU Limnologist Wayne Wurtsbaugh, (Jan 16, 2015)
Great Salt Lake: Stranger in Utah’s Backyard | Science Unwrapped | College of Science
In its “Great Salt Lake Today” series, Utah State University’s Science Unwrapped explores this enigmatic Utah gem. The series begins with “Great Salt Lake: Stranger in Utah’s Backyard “presented by USU Limnologist Wayne Wurtsbaugh, (Jan 16, 2015)