Paws-On Science:
Huskies Weekend
at Pacific Science Center
April 9 - 11, 2010
Event opens daily
at 10 a.m.
This special event weekend is an opportunity for the public to learn directly from University of Washington scientists about the amazing research breakthroughs happening in our own backyard at the UW. From discovering an underwater volcano to finding new ways to detect germs, multiple research areas will be highlighted throughout Pacific Science Center presenting interactive activities and demonstrations. The Pacific Science Center arches will turn purple for the weekend and University of Washington activity stations will be featured throughout the Science Center.
Activity stations feature a University of Washington scientist and interactive activities for the whole family to enjoy. Visit workshops, catch a live science demonstration and dont miss out on a special appearance by the Husky Marching Band. University of Washington alumni, students, faculty and staff will also enjoy a 20% discount on admission. In addition, UW Alumni Association members receive a 20% discount on Pacific Science Center memberships. We hope you will join us for what is sure to be an inspiring, educational and fun-filled weekend. Paws-on Science is included with the price of general admission - FREE for Pacific Science Center members.
Here is
a very lengthy list of some of the activities we have
planned:
The Teeny-Weeny Science
Learn how nanotechnology, the science of the very small, is revolutionizing many of our daily activities.
"Spooky" Computing
Watch objects float in the air, and meet researchers developing computers based on quantum physics, which Einstein called a "spooky" science.
Not All Viruses are Bad
Learn how UW scientists hope to find a cure for muscular dystrophy, a muscle disease, by using tiny viruses to fix muscle cells.
Planktonic Larvae - Babies of the Ocean
Guess what familiar marine creatures these "babies of the ocean" will grow up to be, learn more about planktonic larvae and why they matter, and design and build your own larva to take home with you!
Do Shots & Nets Save Lives?
Learn how scientists figure out whether health tools, like mosquito nets and immunizations, really work.
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
The Sun isn't the only star that has flares. Discover what happens when flares occur on other stars, and observe a miniature one for yourself.
Pollution Solutions
Explore what causes pollution, and watch a demonstration of the Greenhouse Effect.
Staying Healthy and Happy for Life
Through games and other activities, learn how exercise, friends, food, and sleep can affect your health and happiness.
Big Waves, Underwater Volcanoes and Climate Change
Generate a mini tsunami, design your own climate observation network for Washington state, and watch an undersea volcano erupt.
How would you develop a new medicine?
Play the "Order of Science" game to learn how researchers turn a great idea into something useful, like a new medication.
Fight back against plaque!
Play a video game to help improve your eating and brushing habits.
Be a Germ Detective
Learn how light can help scientists detect germs and diseases that can make people sick.
Inspired by Nature
Discover how natural materials are the inspiration for manmade materials, including replacement teeth, being developed at the UW.
Energy Solutions
Examine the latest in energy-saving tools and solar cells.
Light Bulbs of the Future
Explore how UW scientists are creating light bulbs and displays that are thinner, less expensive and more efficient.
Chemistry
Using everyday materials, assemble layers of a solar cell to try to absorb the most light possible.
Racing with the UW
Meet UW students who designed, built and competed with a racecar. Then take a turn sitting behind the wheel!
Understanding Autism
Learn more about Autism, and test out computer games that give a glimpse into how children understand the social world.
Breathe In, Breathe Out
We all do it, but did you know breathing helps make Earth livable? Find out how what one organism breathes out as waste can be used by another organism to thrive.
View Earth from Outer Space
UW scientists could use your help training computers to automatically detect wetlands from satellite and aerial imagery. Earn a certificate for lending a hand.
The Science of Healing
Take a turn making an artificial finger joint, and explore how scientists are improving the way medical implants, such as an artificial hip, heal in the body.
How can comic books make you healthier?
See how creative approaches, like art and comic books, are teaching people to be healthier.
Your Genes and You
Discover how genes play an important role in our health, and learn about the major role that our choices, like diet and exercise, also play.
Switching off Cancer Genes
Find out how scientists are searching for molecules that kill cancer cells and save normal cells, then try doing it yourself.
Life at the Atomic Level
Find out how UW scientists use computers to model and simulate life at the microscopic level to better understand our world, from diseases to farming.
Small but Powerful
Proteins: Get to know a very important type of molecule at this hands-on station.
Smart Windows
Check out a smart window, which blocks out sunlight in the summer and allows it in during the winter.
Anti-Virus Zone
UW scientists are studying viruses like the flu to better understand how they infect our bodies. Learn how their research will lead to improved medication and vaccines.
What do airplanes, the Internet and cells have in common?
A hands-on display will help you understand the important role of networks in biology and beyond.
Our Planet, Ourselves
Explore how the air we breathe, the water we drink and other environmental factors can make us healthy or sick.
Learn Biology from Anywhere
From sea urchins to disappearing salmon, boost your biology knowledge by going online.
The Secret Life of Dirt
Discover how dirt and the garbage that people have left behind help archaeologists reconstruct how people lived in the past and what's happening to our planet today.
Hands-on Chemistry
Chemical reactions are all around us. Through hands-on activities and demonstrations, see some eye-opening results.
Brain Games for Reading and Writing
Learn from UW research how the brain actively interacts with the environment in learning to read and write.
It Really Does Matter
Using Legos, figure out how sub-atomic particles combine to make sub-atomic matter, the building blocks of the universe.
Meet a Scat Dog
Scat detection dog Mason will demonstrate his uncanny searching abilities, which help researchers better understand threats to animals.
Learn how nanotechnology, the science of the very small, is revolutionizing many of our daily activities.
"Spooky" Computing
Watch objects float in the air, and meet researchers developing computers based on quantum physics, which Einstein called a "spooky" science.
Not All Viruses are Bad
Learn how UW scientists hope to find a cure for muscular dystrophy, a muscle disease, by using tiny viruses to fix muscle cells.
Planktonic Larvae - Babies of the Ocean
Guess what familiar marine creatures these "babies of the ocean" will grow up to be, learn more about planktonic larvae and why they matter, and design and build your own larva to take home with you!
Do Shots & Nets Save Lives?
Learn how scientists figure out whether health tools, like mosquito nets and immunizations, really work.
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
The Sun isn't the only star that has flares. Discover what happens when flares occur on other stars, and observe a miniature one for yourself.
Pollution Solutions
Explore what causes pollution, and watch a demonstration of the Greenhouse Effect.
Staying Healthy and Happy for Life
Through games and other activities, learn how exercise, friends, food, and sleep can affect your health and happiness.
Big Waves, Underwater Volcanoes and Climate Change
Generate a mini tsunami, design your own climate observation network for Washington state, and watch an undersea volcano erupt.
How would you develop a new medicine?
Play the "Order of Science" game to learn how researchers turn a great idea into something useful, like a new medication.
Fight back against plaque!
Play a video game to help improve your eating and brushing habits.
Be a Germ Detective
Learn how light can help scientists detect germs and diseases that can make people sick.
Inspired by Nature
Discover how natural materials are the inspiration for manmade materials, including replacement teeth, being developed at the UW.
Energy Solutions
Examine the latest in energy-saving tools and solar cells.
Light Bulbs of the Future
Explore how UW scientists are creating light bulbs and displays that are thinner, less expensive and more efficient.
Chemistry
Using everyday materials, assemble layers of a solar cell to try to absorb the most light possible.
Racing with the UW
Meet UW students who designed, built and competed with a racecar. Then take a turn sitting behind the wheel!
Understanding Autism
Learn more about Autism, and test out computer games that give a glimpse into how children understand the social world.
Breathe In, Breathe Out
We all do it, but did you know breathing helps make Earth livable? Find out how what one organism breathes out as waste can be used by another organism to thrive.
View Earth from Outer Space
UW scientists could use your help training computers to automatically detect wetlands from satellite and aerial imagery. Earn a certificate for lending a hand.
The Science of Healing
Take a turn making an artificial finger joint, and explore how scientists are improving the way medical implants, such as an artificial hip, heal in the body.
How can comic books make you healthier?
See how creative approaches, like art and comic books, are teaching people to be healthier.
Your Genes and You
Discover how genes play an important role in our health, and learn about the major role that our choices, like diet and exercise, also play.
Switching off Cancer Genes
Find out how scientists are searching for molecules that kill cancer cells and save normal cells, then try doing it yourself.
Life at the Atomic Level
Find out how UW scientists use computers to model and simulate life at the microscopic level to better understand our world, from diseases to farming.
Small but Powerful
Proteins: Get to know a very important type of molecule at this hands-on station.
Smart Windows
Check out a smart window, which blocks out sunlight in the summer and allows it in during the winter.
Anti-Virus Zone
UW scientists are studying viruses like the flu to better understand how they infect our bodies. Learn how their research will lead to improved medication and vaccines.
What do airplanes, the Internet and cells have in common?
A hands-on display will help you understand the important role of networks in biology and beyond.
Our Planet, Ourselves
Explore how the air we breathe, the water we drink and other environmental factors can make us healthy or sick.
Learn Biology from Anywhere
From sea urchins to disappearing salmon, boost your biology knowledge by going online.
The Secret Life of Dirt
Discover how dirt and the garbage that people have left behind help archaeologists reconstruct how people lived in the past and what's happening to our planet today.
Hands-on Chemistry
Chemical reactions are all around us. Through hands-on activities and demonstrations, see some eye-opening results.
Brain Games for Reading and Writing
Learn from UW research how the brain actively interacts with the environment in learning to read and write.
It Really Does Matter
Using Legos, figure out how sub-atomic particles combine to make sub-atomic matter, the building blocks of the universe.
Meet a Scat Dog
Scat detection dog Mason will demonstrate his uncanny searching abilities, which help researchers better understand threats to animals.