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Disneyland and the Rise of Automation

Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 6pm-8pm EDT
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Chinese world map, drawn by the Jesuits (early 17th century).

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.

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August Kekule, Catalyst of the Chemical Revolution. Jerry Allison, oil on canvas, ca. 1981.

Science on Tap, Untapped: Scientific Revolutions

At this semiquincentennial special edition of our science café, we explore revolutions in science. Come eat, drink, and learn about revolutionary moments in scientific advancements, from the study of diatoms to our understanding of dinosaurs.

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"Disneyland and the Rise of Automation" book cover detail

Disneyland and the Rise of Automation

Join author Roland Betancourt for a delightful deep dive into how Disney turned the cold logic of factory assembly lines into the “happiest place on earth.”

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Color graphic with the title, Gender Minorities in the Sciences Panel

Gender Minorities in the Sciences Panel

Scientists share their experiences and strategies for advancing equity and inclusion in STEM across gender-diverse communities.

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black and white photo of world's fair display of virus structure model

Artefacts XXXI: Trust and Objects

The 31st annual Artefacts Conference will explore how museums and academic institutions use material culture to build “trust in the history of science.”

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outdoor photo of Ben Feringa in a shirt and blazer

Ullyot Lecture and Award: Ben Feringa

The 2016 Nobel co-laureate in chemistry will present this year’s lecture, followed by a Q&A session and award presentation.

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