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Open to the public and hosted at Chapman Crafted Beer, Science on Tap is a series of casual moderated discussions featuring experts who explore the intersection of science and culture. ChapmanU Science on Tap is for science lovers (and novices) in the community who want to enjoy good beverages and fascinating conversation. Join us!
Monday, April 1, 2024 @ 6 p.m.
"Unfolding the Math and Science behind Origami" with Jill Dunham, Associate Instructional Professor of Mathematics
Origami as a decorative art and craft has been around almost as long as paper, but did you know that you can use origami to prove theorems? Or build a Turing-complete computer using origami? Branching out from paper, origami techniques are being used to solve problems in many areas of science as well. Join Jill Dunham, Associate Instructional Professor of Mathematics, for a conversation with Dean Ibba about the math and science of origami.
Monday, March 4, 2024 @ 6 p.m.
"Conserving Urban Wildlands in a Biodiversity Hotspot" with Nathan Gregory, VP and Chief Programs Officer at Irvine Ranch Conservancy
Irvine Ranch Conservancy (IRC) is a non-profit stewardship organization that works in partnership with public landowners to protect, restore, and enhance approximately 30,000 acres of urban wildlands in Orange County while ensuring environmentally responsible and sustainable public access. This open space is part of the California Floristic Province global biodiversity hotspot and is unique due to its proximity to major population centers, which exacerbate threats to critical habitats. Dr. Gregory will discuss the special conservation challenges facing this extraordinary landscape as well as the strategies used to ensure its long-term health and resilience.
Monday, February 26, 2024 @ 6 p.m.
"Sniff, Sniff. Woof, Woof. All About Canine Noses" with Lindsay Waldrop, Assistant Professor of Biology
Domesticated dogs can detect a variety of odors for a variety of purposes: illicit narcotics, explosives, cancer, and COVID-19. Although we know a great deal about how a dog’s sense of smell works, there are outstanding questions about how breeding has influenced a dog’s ability to detect odor. Join Dr. Waldrop for a conversation with Dean Ibba to learn more about the powers of our canine companions!
Monday, October 2, 2023 @ 6 p.m.
"WHO cares if Artificial Low-Calorie Sweeteners are Bad for You: The Inconvenient Truth about Aspartame" with Frederic Caporaso, Professor of Food Science
Dean Ibba and Dr. Caporaso sit down to discuss artificial sweetners, a topic that has recently captured the attention of scientists and the general public alike.