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SUMMARY:America’s Scientific Revolutionaries: A Conversation with Dr. Kimberly Prather
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Event | Scripps Research Institute\, San Diego\, CA \nJoin the American Philosophical Society and Scripps Research Institute for a special public lecture with atmospheric chemist Dr. Kimberly A. Prather (APS 2022)\, Distinguished Chair in Atmospheric Chemistry at UC San Diego. Dr. Prather will explore how early discoveries about “air” continue to shape our modern understanding of the connections between climate and human health. \nThis discussion reflects on the enduring legacy of Joseph Priestley—18th-century chemist\, philosopher\, and political thinker—whose groundbreaking experiments with gases like oxygen and carbon dioxide transformed science and influenced the course of the American Revolution. \nThe event is part of America’s Scientific Revolutionaries\, a two-year initiative supported by the Richard Lounsbery Foundation\, highlighting Revolutionary-era scientists and their influence on today’s world.  (Note\, the event is being held in California at 4pm Pacific Standard Time\, which will be 7pm EST.) \nFree with registration. Streaming details will be shared with registrants closer to the event date.  Registration Link: https://www.amphilsoc.org/form/registration-for-kimprathertalk \nDr. Kimberly Prather is Distinguished Chair in Atmospheric Chemistry and a Distinguished Professor at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at UC San Diego. Her work focuses on how human emissions are influencing the atmosphere\, climate\, and human health. In 2020\, she was elected as a member of the National Academy of Sciences and in 2019\, she was elected as a member of the National Academy of Engineering. She is an elected Fellow of the American Geophysical Union\, the American Association for the Advancement of Science\, and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. She is also a Member of the American Philosophical Society (APS 2022). \nFull event details: https://www.amphilsoc.org/events/experimentation-air-and-human-health-considering-priestleys-scientific-legacies
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SUMMARY:FREE Preview of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Campus Theatre in Lewisburg for a special free preview screening of The American Revolution\, a new six-part documentary series by Ken Burns\, Sarah Botstein\, and David Schmidt. \nThis landmark PBS production explores how thirteen British colonies rose in rebellion\, secured their independence\, and founded a new nation whose ideals of liberty and self-government would inspire the world. \nAfter the screening\, stay for a special discussion on the enduring legacy of America’s fight for independence. Friends of the Joseph Priestley House will also be on site with information about the museum and its connection to the revolutionary era. \n__________________________________ \nFrom the WVIA website: \n\nFree Preview of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION\, a new 6-part documentary by Ken Burns\, Sarah Botstein\, and David Schmidt.\n\n\n\nJoin WVIA for an exclusive free preview screening of The American Revolution\, the powerful new six-part documentary series by acclaimed filmmakers Ken Burns\, Sarah Botstein\, and David Schmidt. \nThis landmark series tells the story of how\, 250 years ago\, thirteen British colonies rose in rebellion\, secured their independence\, and established a new nation — one whose ideals of liberty and self-government would inspire democratic movements around the world. \nBe among the first to experience this extraordinary series before its national premiere on November 16 on PBS/WVIA TV. \nFollowing the screening\, enjoy a special discussion with guests as we reflect on the enduring legacy of America’s fight for independence \nCorporate funding for The American Revolution was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for The American Revolution was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. The American Revolution was made possible\, in part\, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting
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