During each semester, the Science in Action Seminar Series is held twice per month on Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 pm, accessible via THIS Zoom Meeting link or in person in Bldg 8. Room 8-302. You may also view older Science in Action seminars on our Youtube channel.

This weekly series is presented in partnership with the San Francisco State University Bridges to Baccalaureate Program, the Skyline College Science and Math Division, and the Math, Engineering, Science Achievement Program (MESA).

The seminar series is free and open to the public. The topics vary and are geared not only towards science, but the entire college experience, so we encourage non-science students to attend. Attendance confirmation slips will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

If you're interested in presenting and attending the Science in Action Seminar Series, please contact Denise Hum.

Where the Joy of Discovery and Helping Others Meets

October 15, 2024 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.  | Meeting Link 

Nick Kapp | Professor of Biomanufacturing and Biology at Skyline College

After 25 years of teaching in Biology and Manufacturing, Dr. Nick Kapp finally took a break and tried to discover what he really like to do and how he could help Skyline.  He will share his experiences learning to be grateful and showing appreciation, where the joy of discovery and the joy of helping others meets.

Chirality and Extraterrestrial Organic Compounds

October 1, 2024 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.  | Meeting Link 

George Cooper | Research Scientist at NASA-Ames Research Center, Exobiology Branch

Dr. George Cooper's current work includes the analysis of extraterrestrial organic compounds in samples that include 4.6 billion year-old meteorites. He also does experiments aimed at uncovering the origin of homochirality, the property of biological polymers whereby only one of the two possible mirror images of an organic compound is used as monomers.

Overcoming Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt -- A Jobseeker's Guide

September 17, 2024 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.  | Meeting Link 

Paul-Frederik Schubert | Member of Technical Staff at Anthropic & Skyline College Student

Paul is a technical staff member at Anthropic, who has rapidly advanced in the tech industry while simultaneously pursuing degrees in Computer Science and Network Engineering. In this talk, he will share insights into his journey and the strategies that have supported his advancement. Participants will learn effective methods for thriving in the fast-paced startup environment, including strategies for balancing priorities, cultivating in-demand skills and maximizing productivity in a high-growth setting.