Molecules That Matter Lecture Series
Fall 2008
Chemical Heritage Foundation
315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Lecture at 6:00 p.m.
Reception at 7:00 p.m.
Learn why these molecules matter to you!
Through contemporary art, historical artifacts, and large-scale models, Molecules That Matter showcases ten organic molecules that profoundly altered modern life. In conjunction with this fascinating exhibition, five speakers—all leaders in their fields—will address the science in everyday experiences and the promise and peril of discovery and innovation.
- 25 September: Robert S. Langer, “Biomaterials and How They Will Change Our Lives”
- 7 October: Eric Roston, “The Beauty of Science and the Science of Beauty”
- 21 October: Chrissy Conant, “An Artist Hijacks the Biochemistry of Life ”
- 11 November: Sandra Steingraber, “The Many Faces of DDT”
- 9 December: Dawn A. Bonnell, “Linking Proteins, Wires, Dots, and Molecules into Useful Devices”
See the exhibition
Lecture attendees will be able to view the Molecules That Matter exhibition prior to and following each lecture. Guests at the September lecture will get a sneak peek at the new museum at CHF.
Registration
The Molecules That Matter lecture series is open to the public. Admission is $15.00 per lecture or $45.00 for three or more lectures. Register to attend today!
Students
Students are welcome to attend the lectures for free! Students must fill out the student registration form. Students will be asked to present a valid student ID at the door.
Molecules That Matter was developed by CHF in collaboration with the Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College. Generous funding for the exhibition has been provided by The Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation, the Hach Scientific Foundation, Amgen, the Friends of the Tang, and donors to the Chemical Heritage Foundation.
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