Hot Science – Cool Talks
On CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin”
Dr. Timothy Goudge and Kristen Batalla joined “We Are Austin” to preview Big Rivers on Mars!, the latest Hot Science – Cool Talks event. They talked about what ancient Martian rivers can tell us about the planet’s watery past — and whether it once had the right conditions for life. Watch the segment to get a preview of the hands-on activities, 3D Mars landscapes, and rock samples guests explored at the Sept. 18 event.
Upcoming Events
“AI and Your Best Self” October 16th
What if AI could learn to see the world the way you do? Artificial intelligence is breaking free of chatbots and computer screens and moving into the physical world around us. Next-generation AI systems are learning to see, understand, and act in the world the way a person would. In this Hot Science – Cool Talks, pioneer Dr. Kristen Grauman will explore how these systems will one day coach you through a new skill, guide you through an unfamiliar place, or help with everyday tasks by watching and offering real-time feedback, making personalized learning more accessible.
“Food Glorious Food: How We Will Beat Hunger” November 13th
What does it take to build a food-secure future for Texas? This special panel event will bring together food experts and leaders working on food access and sustainability. The discussion will explore the challenges and solutions surrounding food security in Texas, featuring Raj Patel, Alex Racelis, Edwin Marty, and Adrian Lipscombe. Join us to learn more about the challenges and solutions shaping food security in our state.
Front-row seats to world-class science!
Hot Science – Cool Talks brings leading science, technology, engineering, and math professionals and their research to the community! Find out more about our events here. Registration will be available three weeks prior to each talk.
