Dr. Sean Gulick Presents: Life and Death by Impact
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The Environmental Science Institute advances the understanding of the environment and sustainability through the development of interdisciplinary research, education, and outreach programs.
The Story of “Hot Science” and Engaging Teaching
How an innovative teacher, an Emmy Award-winning director, and a Hollywood celebrity came together to make science cool (or hot).
A packed house at the first “Hot Science–Cool Talks” lecture in 1999. Photo: Jackson School.
“Hot Science – Cool Talks” Featured in The Daily Texan
On Feb. 28, Dr. Aaron Sandel and Isabelle Clark explored chimpanzee behavior and what humans can learn from them.
Co-host Angelina Derose prepares to interview Dr. Aaron Sandel and PhD candidate Isabelle Clark for the HSCT podcast. Photo: Allie Castaneda
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From lemurs to dinosaurs, the environment to sustainability, join us for our free Hot Science - Cool Talks this Fall.
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Environmental research projects for undergraduates.
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