Decoding
the Brain: Brain Computer
Interfaces, Part 1
Academy
of Science of St.
Louis presents Eric
C. Leuthardt, M.D.
as he describes
his research with
brain interfacing,
which may someday
assist paraplegics.
Academy of Science
podcasts are sponsored
by the Arthur and
Helen Baer Charitable
Foundation.
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I Forgot to Pick Up the Milk: Some Surprising Findings on Memory and Aging, and Strategies for Improving Memory; Seminar and book signing
Time:
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Featured Speaker: Mark McDaniel, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology in Arts & Sciences, Washington University in St. Louis and author, Prospective Memory and Memory Fitness: A Guide for Successful Aging
A forgotten telephone number, a familiar face and a name you can’t recall, remembering to pay a due bill, or pick up bread on the way home, remembering the way home-- do I remember the way home? Memory is central to our daily lives. Lapses in memory can be distressing, and some-- potentially alarming. Do all adults experience memory difficulties as they age? What is the difference between normal memory change and the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease? Is it possible to stem, or even reverse memory decline? Washington University psychologist and memory expert, Dr. Mark McDaniel provides insight into what the scientific research suggests will happen to our memory capabilities as we age, explores the memory challenges we all face as we grow older, and offers the layperson suggestions and strategies for improving memory.
Don’t forget to join us for a fascinating look at memory and aging.
Copies of Memory Fitness: A Guide for Successful Aging, are available for purchase and signing by the author.
OASIS St. Charles Community College,
4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Cottleville, MO 63376-2865
FREE to the first 10 registrants, $9 per person thereafter.
OPEN to ALL.
To register call or e-mail Maggie Bauer at 314-533-8586 or mbauer@academyofsciencestl.org
On Science Series co-sponsor:
Jul 15th, 2009 (Wed)
Tour Solae Global Corporate Headquarters
Time:
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Baked goods, beverages, nutrition bars and more! You never want to miss an opportunity to tour a global headquarters. Solae LLC is a world leader headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Junior Academy students have been invited to an insider tour! Students will learn about the science conducted in this premier research facility followed by a tour including: chemical labs, pilot plant facilities, sensory lab and food bars process demo.
Careers in science will be showcased!
At Solae, the journey to innovation begins with nature. Solae's soy ingredients are enjoyed by consumers around the world in products such as baked goods, beverages, nutrition bars, and much more.
PARTICIPANTS NEED TO WEAR CLOSED-TOE SHOES
RSVP by July 10th to peggyw@academyofsciencestl.org
Earn 25 achievement points
Parents welcome!
Free and open to Junior Academy members
Jul 21st, 2009 (Tue)
Demonstration at Washington University - Simulation Surgery Lab followed by Young Scientist Program!
Time:
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
A demonstration of the new Simulation Surgery Lab at Washington University School of Medicine will be provided to Junior Academy students! See how doctors respond to emergency medical situations ranging from a collapsed lung, heart murmur, or an acute heart attack. An instructor controls the simulated symptoms via a computer in an observation area.
Following the simulation, a hands-on program will be provided by the Washington University doctoral students (WU Young Scientist Program). This is a great opportunity to work side-by-side with WU students who are the top in the nation, if not the world!
PARTICIPANTS NEED TO WEAR CLOSED TOE SHOES
RSVP by July 17th @ peggyw@academyofsciencestl.org
(Details will be e-mailed back to you.)
Earn 25 Achievement points
Free and open to Junior Academy members
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