Events

What Can We Learn from a Closer Look at Scientific Biographers?
The Institute’s Judy Kaplan talks biography, one of the oldest and most popular genres of science communication.

Science & Football: How Gatorade Fueled the Dawn of Sports Medicine
Phoebe Miles, cofounder of the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, will tell the story of a drink that changed the world of sports.

A Marvelous Night of Minerals: An ‘Earthly Matters’ Opening Celebration
Celebrate the opening of our new permanent exhibition featuring a collection of more than 20 minerals.

Fall 2025 Meeting of the Society for the History of Alchemy and Chemistry
Invited speakers will present on topics ranging from medieval medicine to modern climate science.

The Elements of Marie Curie
Join author Dava Sobel for an exciting evening exploring how the glow of radium lit a path for women in science.

Ullyot Lecture and Award: Sir David W. C. MacMillan
The 2021 Nobel co-laureate in chemistry will present this year’s lecture, followed by a Q&A session and award presentation.

Dinner with King Tut
Join author Sam Kean as we dine with King Tut in an archaeological experience like no other.

The Global History of Modern Science, 1400–1914
The 2026 Cain Conference will address the major issues involved in understanding how modern science has been created through a process of global cultural exchange.