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San Diego Science Festival 2009

March 6th, 2009

Enjoy more than 500 free events throughout San Diego County during the San Diego Science Festival 2009.

What would the world’s largest game of Operation look like? Did you know that red wine not only goes well with steak, but also has anti-aging properties? Are you curious about the science behind Harry Potter’s magic? Do you have what it takes to live green? How does chocolate prevent heart disease? If you had the chance to meet Albert Einstein or Galileo, what would you ask them? How does a baseball pitcher throw a knuckleball, a pitch with no movement, to a helpless batter? Want to see the machines researchers are using to help prepare for the next big earthquake?

These and other intriguing questions will be answered at the inaugural San Diego Science Festival 2009 (SDSF), planned as one of the largest multicultural, multigenerational, multidisciplinary celebrations of science ever seen on the West Coast. The festival will descend on San Diego with more than 500 free activities and events scheduled for the public across the county in the month of March. From the science of earthquakes to the physics of skateboarding, the San Diego Science Festival promises to make science accessible, interactive and fun, highlighting the impact of science and innovation on our lives.

The grand finale will be the SDSF Expo in Balboa Park on Saturday, April 4, 2009. This free expo features hands-on science for everyone, from the smallest child to even the most established scientist. Expo-goers can learn the latest ways to conserve precious water resources one drop at a time or discover how the cars of tomorrow will resemble blenders as they mulch vegetable oil into fuel, plus there will be a ton of interactive activities, comedians and stage shows to captivate and excite any aspiring scientist.

Designed as a multifaceted, multicultural event modeled on art, movie and music festivals, the 2009 San Diego Science Festival will feature:

Science Month, March 2009

For the entire month of March, companies and organizations will be hosting evening and weekend science-related programs across San Diego. The San Diego Science Festival will also host fieldtrips including the San Diego Science Alliance’s High Tech Fair, a field trip where over 50 of San Diego’s leading technology companies will mesmerize middle and high school students with captivating science exhibitions. SDSU will partner with SciFest Africa in an event that will feature science without borders - all attendees will be able to communicate in real-time with their peers in South Africa via the latest in modern technology. In addition, some of San Diego’s premier research and educational institutions such as General Atomics; NuVasive, Inc.; Genzyme; Johnson & Johnson; Lockheed Martin; QUALCOMM; Illumina; Biogen Idec; Sharp Memorial Hospital; High Tech High and UC San Diego will offer open houses and science days.

The Science of You Expo Day, April 4, 2009

The San Diego Science Festival culminates on Saturday, April 4, 2009  in a celebration of science exploration and discovery. Expo-goers can participate in workshops, behind-the-scenes tours, talks, performances, stage shows and film screenings. Many of the events are interactive and geared to kids and their families. Adult-centered events such as “The Physics of Golf” will demonstrate how knowledge of velocity, momentum and force can make better golfers. There will also be the cars of tomorrow which will run on air, achieve an equivalent of 100 miles per gallon and seat six passengers.

Nifty Fifty

The Nifty Fifty, sponsored by the Invitrogen Foundation, started as 50 of San Diego’s top men and women scientists. Today, the program has grown to over 85 top scientists who will tour schools around the county to inspire students and build momentum for the Festival.

Lunch with a Laureate

Lunch with a Laureate is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have an informal lunch with a Nobel Laureate. The San Diego Science Festival is bringing seven Nobel Prize winners to San Diego high schools and community colleges for lunchtime discussions. Participants can talk to local Nobel Prize winners and learn about the world from science professionals.

Teacher Training Programs

Teachers will have opportunities to obtain UCSD Extension credit hours during the Festival for volunteering at many of the events.

SDSF Social Network

MySDscience.com, the official SDSF social network, is a virtual coffee shop for scientists and science enthusiasts. The site hosts discussions, blogs and user groups to spark ideas and nurture the interest and support of the local scientific community. Members can also inquire about science-related jobs, meet new friends with similar scientific interests and ask specific questions of a scientist or to enter the general dialogue of the local research community.

Part of a proven and time-tested international network of science festivals, the San Diego Science Festival has developed strategic partnerships with both the highly successful East Coast Cambridge Science Festival – a joint effort among a number of leading institutions including MIT and Harvard – and long running science festivals in England and Australia.

The advisory board of the San Diego Science Festival includes nine Nobel Laureates as well as chief technology officers from many multinational firms and world-renowned translational scientists and educational leaders.

The San Diego Science Festival 2009 takes place at various locations in San Diego starting Saturday, February 28, 2009 and ending with the grand finale Science Expo Day on Saturday, April 4, 2009 in Balboa Park. For more information about the 2009 San Diego Science Festival, including schedule details, corporate sponsorship and individual giving opportunities, frequently asked questions and comments from science community leaders, please visit the San Diego Science Festival website.

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