2025
Arthur H. Compton Lecture Series--An Intro to Climate Systems Engineering
11:00 am Kersten Physics Teaching Center, room 106
An Introduction to Climate Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary exploration of emerging approaches to reduce climate change itself and mitigate some of its risks. Featuring talks by leading researchers from the University of Chicago’s Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEI), this series will examine the science, technologies, and policy implications behind large-scale interventions such as sunlight reflection methods (SRM), open-systems carbon removal, and glacial preservation. Join us for a primer on what’s possible with this emerging field and what kinds of public policy and research are needed if society chooses to pursue these tools.
Arthur H. Compton Lecture Series--An Intro to Climate Systems Engineering
11:00 am Kersten Physics Teaching Center, room 106
An Introduction to Climate Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary exploration of emerging approaches to reduce climate change itself and mitigate some of its risks. Featuring talks by leading researchers from the University of Chicago’s Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEI), this series will examine the science, technologies, and policy implications behind large-scale interventions such as sunlight reflection methods (SRM), open-systems carbon removal, and glacial preservation. Join us for a primer on what’s possible with this emerging field and what kinds of public policy and research are needed if society chooses to pursue these tools.
Arthur H. Compton Lecture Series--An Intro to Climate Systems Engineering
11:00 am Kersten Physics Teaching Center, room 106
An Introduction to Climate Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary exploration of emerging approaches to reduce climate change itself and mitigate some of its risks. Featuring talks by leading researchers from the University of Chicago’s Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEI), this series will examine the science, technologies, and policy implications behind large-scale interventions such as sunlight reflection methods (SRM), open-systems carbon removal, and glacial preservation. Join us for a primer on what’s possible with this emerging field and what kinds of public policy and research are needed if society chooses to pursue these tools.
Broader Impacts Fair 2025
12:00–2:00 pm William Eckhardt Research Building
“Broader Impacts” refers to the ways in which research in mathematics, engineering, and the natural and social sciences can have a broad impact on society through education, policy, and economic development. Students who apply for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship are expected to show a commitment to broader impacts. Students can show that commitment by getting involved with university programs or local organizations that work toward broader impact goals. All students, whether applying for the NSF Fellowship or not, are welcome to come and learn about these organizations and how to get involved.
Arthur H. Compton Lecture Series--An Intro to Climate Systems Engineering
11:00 am Kersten Physics Teaching Center, room 106
An Introduction to Climate Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary exploration of emerging approaches to reduce climate change itself and mitigate some of its risks. Featuring talks by leading researchers from the University of Chicago’s Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEI), this series will examine the science, technologies, and policy implications behind large-scale interventions such as sunlight reflection methods (SRM), open-systems carbon removal, and glacial preservation. Join us for a primer on what’s possible with this emerging field and what kinds of public policy and research are needed if society chooses to pursue these tools.
South Side Science Festival 2025
11:00 am–6:00 pm 5802 S. Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Join us on campus for the fourth annual South Side Science Festival!
TEDxChicago 2025: The Future is Human
12:30–7:30 pm Harris Theater, Millennium Park
Listen to David Awschalom, Wendy Freedman, and Heather Zheng explore how innovation, ethics, and empathy intersect to shape a better future at TEDxChicago: The Future is Human.
Application Deadline: Alchemist Chicago Accelerator
3:00 pm N/A
Alchemist Chicago, a premier early-stage startup accelerator focused on foundational technology, is a partnership between Alchemist and the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Up to 30 startups will be selected to participate in a Polsky Center Startup Bootcamp from which a select group of up to 10 will be chosen to continue through Alchemist Accelerator’s flagship global program.
Info Session: Alchemist Chicago Accelerator
2:00–3:00 pm Zoom link provided at registration
Learn about Alchemist Chicago, a new global accelerator designed to transform scientific breakthroughs into market-ready ventures. A collaboration between Alchemist Accelerator and the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, this program is now accepting applications for deep tech startups.
Kronos Quartet | A Hard Rain
7:00–9:30 pm Logan Center, Performance Hall
On the 80th anniversary of the world’s first nuclear weapon test, Kronos Quartet, with a guest appearance from singer-songwriter Allison Russell, will perform a stirring musical journey interwoven with spoken-word stories of nuclear near-misses and moments that almost ended the world. This event, closing the Nobel Laureate Assembly for the Prevention of Nuclear War, invites you to reflect on the past, present, and future of nuclear risk.