Join your fellow meeting participants for the following fun events. Relax, browse, network with your colleagues. This is provided FREE to all conference registrants.

AAAS Public Science Day
Thursday, 17 February • • 9:00AM-2:00PM
University of the District of Columbia
By invitation only

National Postdoctoral Association Reception
Thursday, 17 February • 5:00PM-6:30PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Delaware Suite A
Open to all Registrants

Join us at a networking reception sponsored by the Buyrroughs Wellcome Fund.

Cuba Travel Regulations: What You Need To Know
Thursday, 17 February • 2:00PM-3:30PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Harding
Open to all registrants

Provides an overview of recent changes to the Cuba travel regulations and their impact on scientific and academic exchange and research.

AAAS President’s Reception
Thursday, 17 February • 8:00PM-9:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Marriott Ballroom Salon 1
Open to all registrants

Join us in honoring AAAS President Shirley Ann Jackson at this special reception following her presidential address.

AAAS Meeting for Affiliates
Friday, 18 February • 10:00AM-NOON
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Harding
Open to all affiliate representatives

Luncheon for Students and Scientists with Disabilities
Friday, 18 February • 10:00AM-2:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Delaware
Sponsored by IBM
By invitation only

This event is designed to encourage students with disabilities to pursue a career in science. The luncheon is an opportunity to discuss career options and curriculum adaptations with working scientists with disabilities.

National Public Radio’s Talk of the Nation: Science Friday
Friday, 18 February • 11:00AM-1:00PM
Omni Shoreham, Lobby Level Executive
Open to all registrants

Be part of the studio audience for a live broadcast of National Public Radio’s Talk of the Nation: Science Friday.

Exhibit Hall Reception
Friday, 18 February • 4:30PM-6:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Exhibition Level Exhibit Hall ABC
Open to all registrants

All meeting attendees are invited to visit with the exhibitors and their colleagues at this special reception in the Exhibit Hall.

Orientation Meeting for Librarians
Friday, 18 February • 4:00PM-6:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Park Tower Suite 8212
Open to all registrants

AAAS Dialogue on Science, Ethics and Religion (DoSER) Reception
Friday, 18 February • 5:00PM-6:30PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Delaware
Open to all registrants

Join in a time of refreshment and conversation with others interested in the dialogue on science, ethics and religion. Come and learn about the activities of the AAAS Dialogue Program and other science, ethics and religion initiatives, centers and organizations.

Annals of Improbable Research
Friday, 18 February • 8:00PM-10:30PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Delaware
Open to all registrants

Writers and friends from the Annals of Improbable Research (AIR) present selected topics from the sillier side of science. Take a break from your serious meeting endeavors to enjoy this tour into improbability. Rumor has it that recipients of AIR’s covert Ignobel Award may be present.

COSEPP and AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Programs Reception
Friday, 18 February • 6:30PM-8:30PM
Omni Shoreham, Lobby Level Hampton
By invitation only

Annual reception for current and former AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellows and other attendees interested in public policy issues that relate to science and engineering. The event is cosponsored by the AAAS Committee on Science, Engineering and Public Policy (COSEPP) and the AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Programs. Cash bar.

Women and Minorities in Science Networking Breakfast
Saturday, 19 February • 7:00AM-10:00AM
Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Delaware
By invitation only

Minority Women in Science (MWIS), a national networking group, hosts discussions on equity among minorities and women in the scientific community. The objectives are to identify and share information on resources and programs that could help in mentoring and strengthening communication among young women and minorities in the science community.

AAAS Fellows Forum
Saturday, 19 February • 8:00AM-10:00AM
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Cotillion Ballroom
By invitation only

Annual Forum for AAAS Fellows and introduction of newly elected Fellows. This year’s speaker is Raymond L. Orbach, director of the Office of Science at the U.S. Department of Energy.

Family Science Day
Saturday, 19 February • 11:00AM-5:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Exhibition Level Exhibit Hall ABC
Free and open to the public

Visit the AAAS Exhibit Hall to find inspiration in lab demonstrations that show the fun of science, kid-friendly chemistry projects and other intriguing events. Family Science Days also involve local libraries and community centers in promoting interest in science and capturing all the excitement of scientific discovery.

AAAS Awards Ceremony
Saturday, 19 February • 11:30AM-12:30PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Cotillion Ballroom

All meeting attendees are encouraged to attend the AAAS Awards Ceremony. The prestigious AAAS Awards have recognized excellence in research, education and public service on behalf of science and technology since 1823. AAAAS President Shirley Ann Jackson and CEO Alan I. Leshner will present the Newcomb Cleveland Award, given to the author(s) of the past year’s outstanding article or report published in Science, and awards that recognize lifelong achievements in the areas of mentorship, international cooperation, scientific freedom, and the popularization of science and technology. In addition, The Young Scientist Award — sponsored by GE Healthcare — will be conveyed to recipients from around the world for outstanding doctoral thesis work in molecular biology.

Graduate Women in Science Lecture and Luncheon
Saturday, 19 February • 12:30PM-3:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Hoover

Shinae Chun, director, Women’s Bureau, U.S. Department of Labor will discuss one of the Bureau’s most significant 21st century initiatives: Girls E-Mentoring in Science, Engineering and Technology (GEM-SET). GEM-SET inspires partners to develop opportunities for field experiences and networking among peers. Besides benefiting from the online mentoring, girls attend science fairs, tour museums and laboratories, and enjoy fun activities with peers who share their enthusiasm for the sciences.

Briefing on Scientific Research and Intellectual Property Protection
Saturday, 19 February • 1:00PM-4:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Coolidge
Open to all registrants

American Junior Academy of Science (AJAS) Oral Presentations
Saturday, 19 February • 1:00PM-5:30PM
Open to all registrants

The American Junior Academy of Science (AJAS) showcases the work of promising future scientists who represent their state junior academies. These premier high school students share the results of their award-winning research through short oral presentations.

• Coordinator: Anthony Podczasy (PA)
• Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Park Tower Suite 8211
  Chair: Lynn Brandvold (NM)
• Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Park Tower Suite 8212
  Chair: Peggy Connolly (IL)
• Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Park Tower Suite 8216
  Chair: Barbara Gadegbeku (NJ)
• Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Park Tower Suite 8217
  Chair: Elemer Bernath (CO/WY)
• Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Park Tower Suite 8218
  Chair: Ed Brogie (NE)
• Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Park Tower Suite 8219
  Chair: Karen Fox (SC)
• Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Park Tower Suite 8224
  Chair: Ernest Schiller (IA)
• Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Park Tower Suite 8229
  Chair: Debbie Fimble (OK)
• Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Marriott Balcony A
  Chair: Ann Wolf (PA)

AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books
Saturday, 19 February • 2:00PM-3:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Exhibition Level Exhibit Hall ABC
Open to all registrants

Join AAAS Science Books & Films (SB&F) and Subaru in honoring well-known authors of children’s and young adult science books. The Prize will be presented to five authors and one illustrator whose science books speak to children and youth in a voice they can understand and appreciate. Meet the authors, peruse their books, take home free giveaways, and enjoy cake and refreshments.

NOGLSTP Reception and Awards Ceremony
Saturday, 19 February • 4:00PM-6:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Wardman Tower Congressional
Open to all registrants

International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) Reception
Saturday, 19 February • 5:00PM -7:00PM
Embassy of Austria, 3524 International Court NW, Washington, DC
Open to all registrants
RSVP requested at event@ostina.org or 202-895-6754

On the occasion of the Annual Meeting of AAAS, the Office of Science and Technology of the Embassy of Austria and the U.S. Committee for IIASA of the National Academy of Sciences, in cooperation with the AAAS Center for Science, Technology and Security Policy, request the pleasure of your company at a special reception at the Austrian Embassy to recognize the international cooperative research at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA). Located just outside Vienna, IIASA engages in scientific research aimed at providing policy insight on issues of regional and global importance (http://www.iiasa.ac.at).

Directions:

Public transportation:

• Take the Red Line to Van Ness-UDC Metro Station
• Walk approximately 1 block SE on Connecticut Avenue
• Turn RIGHT on Van Ness Street and walk approximately 3 blocks W
• Turn RIGHT on International Drive and walk approximately 1 block N
• Turn LEFT on International Court (Total walking is 0.53 miles)
  

Driving:

• Head west on Woodley Road toward 27th Street for 0.4 miles (Woodley becomes Garfield Street)
• Turn slight RIGHT onto Cleveland Avenue NW. for 0.2 miles
• Turn slight RIGHT onto 34th Street for 0.9 miles (34th becomes Reno Road)
• Turn RIGHT onto Van Ness Street NW.
• Take an immediate LEFT onto International Court NW.

AAAS Science and Human Rights Program Reception
Saturday, 19 February • 5:00PM-6:30PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Hoover
Open to all registrants

The AAAS Science and Human Rights Program Reception honors a scientist, who through action and example, has supported human rights, usually at great personal risk.

AAAS International Office Reception
Saturday, 19 February • 5:00PM-6:30PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Lobby Level Delaware
By invitation only

German Reception
Saturday, 19 February • 7:00PM
Tregaron Mansion, Washington International School
3100 Macomb Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20008-3324
Open to all registrants • No exhibition badge is needed for the reception.

On the occasion of the Annual Meeting of AAAS, the German Ambassador, Wolfgang Ischinger, and the German Research Organizations German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), German Research Foundation (DFG), Leibniz Association (WGL), and Helmholtz Association of National Research Centers (HGF) request the pleasure of your company at a special reception.

Directions:

• Go north on Connecticut Avenue past the National Zoo and across the bridge over Rock Creek Park.
• Turn left on Macomb Street (Cleveland Park Library on corner) into residential neighborhood.
• After the first block, there is a stop sign followed by the WIS gate on left.

NASW Internship Fair
Sunday, 20 February • 9:00AM-NOON
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Marriott Balcony A
By invitation only

Editors are available to interview student members of the National Association of Science Writers (NASW) for internships.

Family Science Day
Sunday, 20 February • 11:00AM-5:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Exhibition Level Exhibit Hall ABC
Free and open to the public

Visit the AAAS Exhibit Hall to find inspiration in lab demonstrations that show the fun of science, kid-friendly chemistry projects and other intriguing events. Family Science Days also involve local libraries and community centers in promoting interest in science and capturing all the excitement of scientific discovery.

AWIS Reception
Sunday, 20 February • 5:00PM-6:30PM
Omni Shoreham Hotel, Lobby Level Diplomat
Open to all registrants

The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) invites you to join them at their reception where recognition will be given to supporters of women in science.

Knight Fellowships Reunion and Reception
Sunday, 20 February • 5:00PM-7:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Hoover
Open to all registrants

World Year of Physics Reception: Einstein International Gala
Sunday, 20 February • 7:30PM-10:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Cotillion Ballroom
Open to all registrants

Please join us for a special international gala reception that will draw the likes of Albert Einstein, Enrico Fermi and Marie Curie!

AAAS/Science Career Fair
Monday, 21 February • 11:00AM-4:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Exhibition Level Exhibit Hall ABC
Open to all registrants

Science Careers offers the chance to meet face-to-face with employers and researchers who want to talk about their current job openings. Exhibiting companies represent biotechnology, pharmaceutical, government and manufacturing organizations. Please visit www.sciencecareers.org for more information on this event and updates to our exhibitors list.

Global Voices: Women, Science and Sustainable Development
Monday, 21 February • NOON-2:00PM
Marriott Wardman Park, Mezzanine Level Wilson AB
By invitation only, luncheon

This event is devoted to addressing key issues in overcoming barriers to give women a greater voice in the fight for equitable and sustainable development policies. Speakers will delve into the exclusion of women around the globe in the integral discussion and policy-making decisions centered around science and technology and their effects on sustainable development.