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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, 16 February • 9:00AM–2:00PM
St. Louis Science Center
By invitation only
AAAS President's Reception
Thursday, 16 February • 8:00PM–9:00PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 4–7
Join us in honoring AAAS President Gilbert S. Omenn at this special reception following his presidential address.
AJAS Breakfast with Scientists
Friday, 17 February • 8:00AM–10:00AM
Radisson Hotel and Suites, Second Floor Mississippi Ballroom
Luncheon for Students and Scientists with Disabilities
Friday, 17 February • 9:30AM–2:00PM
America's Center, Lobby Level Washington Room B
Open to all registrants
This event is designed to encourage students with disabilites to pursue a career in science. It is an opportunity to discuss career options, curriculum adaptations, and coping strategies with working scientists with disabilities. Sponsored by IBM and Merck Research Laboratories.
National Public Radio's Talk of the Nation: Science Friday
Friday, 17 February • 1:00PM–3:00PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 2–3
Be part of the studio audience for a live broadcast of National Public Radio's Talk of the Nation: Science Friday.
EurekAlert! Press Reception
Friday, 17 February • 2:00PM–4:00PM
Second Floor Atrium, America's Center
Open to press registrants
All press registrants are invited to attend the event and pick up a new issue of Science Sources. The reception is sponsored by Dharmacon.
Briefing on Effects of Intellectual Property
on Academic Research: Are Intellectual Property Rights Affecting Scientific Research?
Friday, 17 February • 2:00PM–5:00PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 1
Open to all registrants
Orientation Meeting for Librarians
Friday, 17 February • 3:30PM–5:00PM
Renaissance Grand, Mezzanine Parkview
An orientation session for all librarians attending the AAAS Annual Meeting.
Exhibit Hall Reception
Friday, 17 February • 4:30PM–6:00PM
America's Center, Level One Exhibit Hall 1–2
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.
AAAS Dialogue on Science, Ethics, and Religion Reception
Friday, 17 February • 5:00PM–6:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 4
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 similar initiatives, centers, and organizations.
30th Anniversary of Science, Technology, and Disability Initiatives of AAAS Education and Human Resources Programs (Reception)
Friday, 17 February • 5:00PM–6:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 5
Open to all registrants
AAAS Education and Human Resources will celebrate 30 years of the AAAS Project on Science, Technology, and Disability, 1976–2006.
International Reception
Friday, 17 February • 5:00PM–6:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 7
By invitation only
Annals of Improbable Research
Friday, 17 February • 8:00PM–10:00PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 5
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.
Women and Minorities in Science Networking Breakfast
Saturday, 18 February • 7:00AM–10:00AM
Renaissance Grand, Level Two Majestic A–C
By invitation only
Minority Women in Science, a national networking group, hosts disussions 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, 18 February • 8:00AM–10:00AM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 1–4
By invitation only
The annual forum for AAAS Fellows and introduction of newly elected Fellows.
American Junior Academy of Science (AJAS) Oral Presentations
Saturday, 18 February • 9:30AM–NOON
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
Radisson Hotel and Suites, Second Floor Room 305/306
- Chair: Ed Brogie, NAAS past president
Radisson Hotel and Suites, Second Floor Room 304/307
- Chair: Gloria Takahashi, AJAS representative
Radisson Hotel and Suites, Second Floor Room 312
- Chair: Lynn Brandvold, AJAS representative
Radisson Hotel and Suites, Second Floor Missouri Upper
- Chair: Greg Wall, Sigma-Aldrich
Radisson Hotel and Suites, Second Floor Missouri Middle
- Chair: Wes Warren, Genome Sequencing Center,
Washington University School of Medicine
Radisson Hotel and Suites, Second Floor Missouri Lower
- Chair: Vince Magrini, Genome Sequencing Center,
Washington University School of Medicine
Radisson Hotel and Suites, Second Floor Mississippi Upper
- Chair: Carla Easter, Genome Sequencing Center,
Washington University School of Medicine
Radisson Hotel and Suites, Second Floor Room 315
- Chair: Barbara Gadegbeku, NAAS board member
Family Science Day
Saturday, 18 February • 11:00AM–5:00PM
America's Center, Level One Exhibit Hall 1–2
Open to all registrants and 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, 18 February • 11:30AM–12:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 1–4
Open to all registrants
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. AAAS President Gil Omenn and CEO Alan I. Leshner will present the Newcomb Cleveland Award, given to the authors 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.
National Association of Science Writers (NASW) Internship Fair
Saturday, 18 February • 1:00PM–5:00PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 5
By invitation only
Are you a student member of NASW? Bring your resume and clips to the NASW Internship Fair! Meet recruiters from publications like Science and Discover, learn more about available internships, and network with others in your field.
AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books
Saturday, 18 February • 2:00PM–3:00PM
America's Center, Level One Exhibit Hall 1–2
Open to all registrants and the public
Join Science Books & Film (SB&F) and Subaru in honoring five children's and young adult science book authors with this prize for excellence in science books. Meet the authors, peruse their books, take home FREE giveaways, and enjoy cake and refreshments.
Committee on Science, Engineering, and Public Policy (COSEPP) and AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Programs Reception
Saturday, 18 February • 5:00PM–6:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 3
Open to all registrants
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 COSEPP and the AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Programs. Cash bar.
Mathematics Section Reception
Saturday, 18 February • 5:00PM–6:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 2
By invitation only
The reception is sponsored by Section A with the support of the American Mathematics Society, the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, and the University of Houston Mathematics Department.
Science and Human Rights Reception
Saturday, 18 February • 5:00PM–6:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 6–7
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.
A Salute to Rachelle Hollander: Visionary Leader in the Study
of Science, Technology, and Society
Saturday, 18 February • 5:00PM–6:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 1
On the occasion of her retirement from NSF, a reception in recognition and celebration of her intellectual leadership and contributions to examination of the dynamic relationship of science, technology, and society with attention to the ethics and values inherent in science and engineering and their implications.
Committee on Scientific Freedom and Responsibility Dinner
Saturday, 18 February • 7:45PM–10:00PM
Renaissance Grand, Mezzanine Parkview
By invitation only
Mass Media Science and Engineering Fellowship Alumni Breakfast
Sunday, 19 February • 7:30AM–8:45AM
Renaissance Grand, Mezzanine Parkview
By invitation only
Join Mass Media Fellowship alumni and program supporters for this networking breakfast. All alumni are welcome.
Family Science Day
Sunday, 19 February • 11:00AM–5:00PM
America's Center, Level One Exhibit Hall 1–2
Open to all registrants and 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.
Astronomy Nexus: Connecting with Colleagues and the Cosmos
Sunday, 19 February • 11:30AM–2:00PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 5
Open to all registrants
Please join Section D (Astronomy) in celebrating the universe. Discover what is happening in astronomy and where you can learn more. Graduate students and postdoctoral fellows particularly welcome.
Evolution on the Front Line: An Event for St. Louis-Area Teachers
Sunday, 19 February • 1:45PM–5:00PM
America's Center, Level One Ferrara Theater
Open to teachers, policy-makers, registrants, and invited guests. Teachers are invited to make their voices heard on the evolution issue.
National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals Reception and Annual Recognition Awards
Sunday, 19 February • 4:30PM–6:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Westmoreland
Open to all registrants
Association for Women in Science (AWIS) Reception
Sunday, 19 February • 5:00PM–6:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 4
Open to all registrants
AWIS invites you to join them at their reception where recognition will be given to supporters of women in science.
Thanks … from Your St. Louis Colleagues (Reception)
Sunday, 19 February • 7:30PM–8:30PM
Renaissance Grand, Level One Landmark 5–7
Open to all registrants
Please join colleagues from the St. Louis region who are hosting this reception. It reflects the significant collaborations between universities, informal science organizations, corporations, and governments leading to world class accomplishments in science, technology, engineering, and math.
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