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SciTech     at Carnegie Science Center   NEW & Improved! If a Salamander Can Grow New Limbs, Why Can’t People? (Tissue Engineering Workshop)  Caption: x-ray, lab, bone tissue engineering, puzzle of specialties involved, engineering human skin/bioprinting Form a biotechnology company, fabricate and assess bone tissue and compete for grant money in this hands-on workshop exploring the booming field of tissue engineering. Regenerative Medicine/Tissue Engineering is a revolutionary technology in the field of biomedicine that offers hope to people with compromised tissue function. This complex challenge requires the coordinated efforts of biologists, physicists, chemists, engineers, computer engineers, material scientists and physicians. Presenters: Pittsburgh Tissue Engineering Initiative (PTEI) and McGowan Institute, University of Pittsburgh Department of Bioengineering Science and technology topics include: Biotechnology and Business Processes Program Capacity: 26 Anchors: S8. A. 1.1, S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.1.4, S8.A.1.3, S8.A.2.1, S8.A.2.1.4 Standards: 3.1.7. (A, B); 3.2.7 (A, C); 3.6.7 (A, B, C); 3.7.7 (A, C, D); 3.8.7 (A, B, C) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Policy Decision Making Game - Learn as You Play! (stem cells) Biotechnology Timeline In the News: PA ranks #1 in the nation in biotechnology Regrowing Limbs: Can People Regenerate Body Parts? EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/8/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      NEW & Improved! If a Salamander Can Grow New Limbs, Why Can’t People? (Tissue Engineering Workshop)  Caption: x-ray, lab, bone tissue engineering, puzzle of specialties involved, engineering human skin/bioprinting Form a biotechnology company, fabricate and assess bone tissue and compete for grant money in this hands-on workshop exploring the booming field of tissue engineering. Regenerative Medicine/Tissue Engineering is a revolutionary technology in the field of biomedicine that offers hope to people with compromised tissue function. This complex challenge requires the coordinated efforts of biologists, physicists, chemists, engineers, computer engineers, material scientists and physicians. Presenters: Pittsburgh Tissue Engineering Initiative (PTEI) and McGowan Institute, University of Pittsburgh Department of Bioengineering Science and technology topics include: Biotechnology and Business Processes Program Capacity: 26 Anchors: S8. A. 1.1, S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.1.4, S8.A.1.3, S8.A.2.1, S8.A.2.1.4 Standards: 3.1.7. (A, B); 3.2.7 (A, C); 3.6.7 (A, B, C); 3.7.7 (A, C, D); 3.8.7 (A, B, C) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Policy Decisionmaking Game - Learn as You Play!(stem cells) Biotechnology Timeline In the News: PA ranks #1 in the nation in biotechnology Regrowing Limbs: Can People Regenerate Body Parts? EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   11/9/2011: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      NEW! Create Your Own Ringtone  This workshop combines science, technology and imagination. Students learn basic principles of sound, recording technology, and a free, open-sourced software program to create their own ring tones. They will import and export audio files, line up tracks, add effects, and work with multi-track projects. In the end, students will have a one-of-kind product to share with their family and friends! Presented by The Girls, Math & Science Partnership (GMSP) Science and technology topics include: Information Technology, Computers and Project Management Program Capacity: 30 Anchors: Standards: CLASSROOM RESORCES: Audacity software Computer Simulations at the Forefront of Science TechBridgeWorld Computers and Learning Disabilities Medicine, IT & Cambodia Use the idle time on your computer to cure diseases, study global warming, discover pulsars, and do many other types of scientific research. It’s safe, secure, and easy. Careers: A great IT Career Ed site including IT interest inventory 1-2 minute career intro videos information technology - webmasters, fiber optic technicians, computer programmers, data entry... EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/6/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM      NEW! ROBOTS!  Featured Program for a General Audience caption (clockwise): Quasi, Rosie - cartoon robot, cyborg, medical robot, dancing robots Explore a day in the life of Quasi the robot (actually he’s an animatronic!) and Christina (actually she’s a human!). Quasi and Christina will lead you through the wide world of robots past, present and future, and their exciting adventures on land; under the sea; and in space. Learn how robots sense, think and act, and maybe even communicate like a robot on stage (good luck!). Also, investigate careers in robotics. Who knows? Maybe YOU will invent the next revolutionary robot! Science and technology topics include: Information Technology (IT), Computers, and Robotics Program Capacity: 300 Anchors: S8.A.1.1, S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.3 Standards: 3.1.7.(A,B); 3.6.7.(A,B,C) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Make an under water robot see file in computer folder Free code & things to do Video clip on the Daily Show by author of Wired to Win, The Robotics Revolution & Conflict in the 21st Century - informative and entertaining - includes history of robotics, ethics and more! Almost Human, Making Robots Think (creative nonfiction about CMU robotics - robots and their makers!) Take an interactive tour of Alvin Nereus - read more & take an interactive tour! I, Robot - Are Real Androids Ready for Their Close-Up? Rat-Brained Robot in Action Short Circuit: No. 5 is Alive! (more about the film) Step 1: Industrial robots - learn as they move Step 2: Quiz - see what you learned! Lesson Plans Living on Earth: The Future of Robotics How Robots Will Affect Future Generations How Robots Work - Honda''''s Asimo From Submarines to Robots: Exploring the Deep Ocean (Smithsonian ocean portal) Ethical & Social Implications of Artificial Intelligence - Quotes, References & Links More about MEmote therapy and education The Robotics Institute (CMU) The Technology Collaborative CMU NREC Robotics Academy Pittsburgh Regional FIRST Robotics High School Competition Audio Interview: Co-Founder of iRobot, Helen Greiner In the News: Robot Design for Everybody? Robotic Farmer Great Site for Robotics in the News General news page with links EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/6/2012: 10:00 AM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM      NEW! Create Your Own Ringtone  This workshop combines science, technology and imagination. Students learn basic principles of sound, recording technology, and a free, open-sourced software program to create their own ring tones. They will import and export audio files, line up tracks, add effects, and work with multi-track projects. In the end, students will have a one-of-kind product to share with their family and friends! Presented by The Girls, Math & Science Partnership (GMSP) Science and technology topics include: Information Technology, Computers and Project Management Program Capacity: 30 Anchors: Standards: CLASSROOM RESORCES: Audacity software Computer Simulations at the Forefront of Science TechBridgeWorld Computers and Learning Disabilities Medicine, IT & Cambodia Use the idle time on your computer to cure diseases, study global warming, discover pulsars, and do many other types of scientific research. It’s safe, secure, and easy. Careers: A great IT Career Ed site including IT interest inventory 1-2 minute career intro videos information technology - webmasters, fiber optic technicians, computer programmers, data entry... EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/8/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM      NEW! ROBOTS!  caption (clockwise): Quasi, Rosie - cartoon robot, cyborg, medical robot, dancing robots Explore a day in the life of Quasi the robot (actually he’s an animatronic!) and Christina (actually she’s a human!). Quasi and Christina will lead you through the wide world of robots past, present and future, and their exciting adventures on land; under the sea; and in space. Learn how robots sense, think and act, and maybe even communicate like a robot on stage (good luck!). Also, investigate careers in robotics. Who knows? Maybe YOU will invent the next revolutionary robot! Science and technology topics include: Information Technology (IT), Computers, and Robotics Program Capacity: 300 Anchors: S11.A.2.2 Standards: 3.8.10.B CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Make an under water robot see file in computer folder Free code & things to do Video clip on the Daily Show by author of Wired to Win, The Robotics Revolution & Conflict in the 21st Century - informative and entertaining - includes history of robotics, ethics and more! Almost Human, Making Robots Think (creative nonfiction about CMU robotics - robots and their makers!) Take an interactive tour of Alvin Nereus - read more & take an interactive tour! I, Robot - Are Real Androids Ready for Their Close-Up? Rat-Brained Robot in Action Short Circuit: No. 5 is Alive! (more about the film) Step 1: Industrial robots - learn as they move Step 2: Quiz - see what you learned! Lesson Plans Living on Earth: The Future of Robotics How Robots Will Affect Future Generations How Robots Work - Honda''''''''''''''''s Asimo From Submarines to Robots: Exploring the Deep Ocean (Smithsonian ocean portal) Ethical & Social Implications of Artificial Intelligence - Quotes, References & Links More about MEmote therapy and education The Robotics Institute (CMU) The Technology Collaborative CMU NREC Robotics Academy Pittsburgh Regional FIRST Robotics High School Competition Audio Interview: Co-Founder of iRobot, Helen Greiner In the News: Robot Design for Everybody? Robotic Farmer Great Site for Robotics in the News General news page with links EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/8/2012: 10:00 AM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM      ALCOSAN, Allegheny County Sanitary Authority  Tech Zone Exhibits Students engage in a hands-on activity related to water quality and pollution prevention in our waterways. Learn more about ALCOSAN.  No dates yet      Allegheny County Health Department (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Featuring human and environmental issues such as HIV/AIDS, injury prevention, food safety, air quality, pollution prevention and recycling. Anchors: S8.A.1.2; S8.A.1.2.2; S8.A.1.3.4 Standards: 3.2.7 (D); 3.6.7 (A); 3.7.7 (A, B) For more information about the programs and what is going on in your area visit: Allegheny County Health Department.   No dates yet      Allegheny County Health Department (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Featuring human and environmental issues such as traffic safety Tues./Wed. and entymology Wed. For more information about the programs and what is going on in your area visit: Allegheny County Health Department.   11/8/2011: 9:00 AM 11/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Allegheny-Singer Research Institute (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Touch models of the heart, brain and other body parts. Play games associated with diseases... all the while learning about these diseases. Multiple hospital departments will be represented, such as neurology, cardiology, lupus, orthopedics, and genomics. Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.A.2.2.2, S11.A.3.2, S11.B.1.1 Standards: 3.1.10.A, 3.1.12.A, 3.1.10.B, 3.1.12.B, 3.1.10.D, 3.1.12.D, 3.3.10.B, 3.3.12.B, 3.7.10.A, 3.7.12.A, 3.7.10.C, 3.7.12.C, 3.8.10.A, 3.8.12.A, 3.8.10.B, 3.8.12.B, 3.8.10.C, 3.8.12.C Learn more about ASRI.   11/10/2011: 9:00 AM 11/11/2011: 9:00 AM 3/8/2012: 9:00 AM 3/9/2012: 9:00 AM      Allegheny-Singer Research Institute (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Touch models of the heart, brain and other body parts. Play games associated with diseases... all the while learning about these diseases. Multiple hospital departments will be represented, such as neurology, cardiology, lupus, orthopedics, and genomics. Anchors: S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.2.1, S8.A.2.2.3, S8.3.1.2, S8.A.3.2.2, S8.B.1.1.2, S8.B.1.1.4 Standards: 3.1.7.A, 3.1.7.B, 3.1.7.D, 3.3.7.B, 3.7.7.A, 3.7.7.C, 3.8.7.A, 3.8.7.B, 3.8.7.C Learn more about ASRI.  11/8/2011: 9:00 AM 11/9/2011: 9:00 AM 3/6/2012: 9:00 AM 3/7/2012: 9:00 AM      American Respiratory Alliance (ARA) (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits See actual pigs lungs that function and look like human lungs! Breathe through a drinking straw to experience the sensation of having emphysema. Anchors: S11.A.1.3, S11.B.3.1.5 Standards 3.2.10.B, 3.2.12.B Learn more about ARA.  No dates yet      Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Can you protect the egg?...or will it break? Learn about shipping container materials as you design your own container to protect your cargo (egg)...and then test it! Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.C.3.1 Standards: 3.1.10E, 3.1.12E, 3.1.10B, 3.2.12B, 3.2.10B, 3.2.12B, 3.4.10C, 3.4.12C Learn more about Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation.   11/10/2011: 9:00 AM 11/11/2011: 9:00 AM 3/8/2012: 9:00 AM 3/9/2012: 9:00 AM      Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Can you protect the egg?...or will it break? Learn about shipping container materials as you design your own container to protect your cargo (egg)...and then test it! Anchors: S8.A.2.1.3, S8.C.3.1 Standards: 3.1.7E, 3.2.7B, 3.2.7D, 3.4.7C Learn more about Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation.   11/8/2011: 9:00 AM 11/9/2011: 9:00 AM 3/6/2012: 9:00 AM 3/7/2012: 9:00 AM      Biotech Mobile Lab (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Come aboard the Pitt Mobile Science Lab and go bioprospecting (searching for living organisms) to locate enzymes that could help us turn the cellulose in waste paper, wood, and plant material into ethanol we can use to fuel our cars, homes, and businesses. Students also will learn how biotechnologists design industrial processes using organisms like enzymes to create products such as sweeteners, laundry detergents, and medicines. Presenter: University of Pittsburgh Department of Biological Sciences Outreach Program Anchor: BIO.A.2.3: Explain how enzymes regulate biochemical reactions within a cell. Standards: BIOLOGY: 3.1.10.A2: Explain cell processes in terms of chemical reactions and energy changes. 3.1.12.A7: Evaluate metabolic activities using experimental knowledge of enzymes. 3.1.B.A2: Explain the importance of enzymes as catalysts in cell reactions. Identify how factors such as pH and temperature may affect enzyme function. 3.1.C.A1: Explain the chemistry of metabolism. EARTH SCIENCE: 3.3.10.A2: Analyze the effects on the environment and the carbon cycle of using both renewable and nonrenewable sources of energy. 3.3.12.A2: Evaluate the impact of using renewable and nonrenewable energy resources on the Earth’s system. 3.3.10.A7: Describe factors that contribute to global climate change. TECHNOLOGY: 3.4.10.B1: Compare and contrast how the use of technology involves weighing the trade-offs between the positive and negative effects. 3.4.10.C2: Analyze a prototype and/or create a working model to test a design concept by making actual observations and necessary adjustments. 3.4.12.E2: Compare and contrast the technologies of biotechnology, conservation, bio-fuels, and ecosystems as they relate to managing Earth’s resources effectively. ENVIRONMENT: 4.3.12.A: Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using renewable and nonrenewable resources. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using renewable resources such as solar power, wind power, and biofuels. 4.5.12.A: Research how technology influences the sustainable use of natural resources. Analyze how consumer demands drive the development of technology enabling the sustainable use of natural resources. Learn more about Biotech Mobile Lab.  11/11/2010: 9:00 AM; 1:00 PM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM; 1:00 PM      Biotech Mobile Lab (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Come aboard the Pitt Mobile Science Lab and go bioprospecting (searching for living organisms) to locate enzymes that could help us turn the cellulose in waste paper, wood, and plant material into ethanol we can use to fuel our cars, homes, and businesses. Students also will learn how biotechnologists design industrial processes using organisms like enzymes to create products such as sweeteners, laundry detergents, and medicines. Presenter: University of Pittsburgh Department of Biological Sciences Outreach Program Anchor: S8.B.3.3: Explain how renewable and nonrenewable resources provide for human needs or how these needs impact the environment. Standards: BIOLOGY: 3.1.6.A1: Describe the similarities and differences of major physical characteristics in plants, animals, fungi, protists, and bacteria. 3.1.6.A2: Describe how energy derived from the sun is used by plants to produce sugars (photosynthesis) and is transferred within a food chain from producers (plants) to consumers to decomposers. CHEMISTRY: 3.2.7.A4: Describe how reactants change into products in simple chemical reactions. EARTH SCIENCE: 3.3.8.A2: Describe renewable and nonrenewable energy resources. TECHNOLOGY: 3.4.8.A1: Analyze the development of technology based on affordability or urgency. 3.4.6.B4: Demonstrate how new technologies are developed based on people’s needs, wants, values, and/ or interests. 3.4.7.B2: Explain how decisions to develop and use technologies may be influenced by environmental and economic concerns. 3.4.6.E2: Identify how emerging agricultural technologies have an effect on ecosystem dynamics and human/ animal food resources. 3.4.8.E2: Describe how biotechnology applies the principles of biology to create commercial products or processes. ENVIRONMENT: 4.1.7.E: Identify factors that contribute to change in natural and human-made systems. Learn more about Biotech Mobile Lab.  11/9/2010: 9:00 AM; 1:00 PM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM; 1:00 PM      Carnegie Mellon University (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Engage in activities with our experts on a range of hot topics, including: How Biomedical Engineers use their knowledge of mechanical systems to help prevent and heal congenital heart defects Ways that researchers from the Green Design Institute are solving problems and building tools to accomplish more with less, including: developing practical pollution prevention technologies, lowering costs, recycling scarce resources, using fewer raw materials and creating better products. And more! Come and see what we’re doing when you visit! This is exhibit is sponsored by The Gelfand Center for Service Learning and Outreach at CMU. Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.A.1.3, S11.A.2.2, , S11.A.3.2, S11.B.1.1 Standards: 3.1.10.A, 3.1.12.A, 3.1.10.B, 3.1.12.B, 3.1.10.D, 3.1.12.D, 3.2.10.D, 3.2.12.D, 3.5.10, 3.5.12, 3.6.10.B, 3.6.12.B, 3.7.10, 3.7.12, 3.8.10.B, 3.8.12.B, 3.8.10.C, 3.8.12.C, 3.8.10.D, 3.8.12.D Learn more about CMU.   11/10/2011: 9:00 AM 11/11/2011: 9:00 AM 3/8/2012: 9:00 AM 3/9/2012: 9:00 AM      Carnegie Mellon University (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Engage in activities with our experts on a range of hot topics, including: How Biomedical Engineers use their knowledge of mechanical systems to help prevent and heal congenital heart defects Ways that researchers from the Green Design Institute are solving problems and building tools to accomplish more with less, including: developing practical pollution prevention technologies, lowering costs, recycling scarce resources, using fewer raw materials and creating better products. And more! Come and see what we’re doing when you visit! This is exhibit is sponsored by The Gelfand Center for Service Learning and Outreach at CMU. Anchors: S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.1.3, S8.A.1.1.4, S8.A.1.2, S8.A.1.3, S8.A.2.2, S8.A.3.2, S8.B.1.1.2, S8.B.1.1.4, S8.D.1.1, S8.D.2.1 Standards: 3.1.7.A, 3.1.7.B, 3.1.7.D, 3.2.7.D, 3.3.7.B 3.5.7, 3.6.7.B, 3.7.7, 3.8.7.B, 3.8.7.C, 3.8.7.D Learn more about CMU.   3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM 11/8/2011: 9:00 AM 11/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Center for Hearing and Deaf Services (HDS) (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Visitors will be able to touch and see assistive devices used by people with hearing loss in their day to day lives. Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.A.2.2.2, S11.A.3.2, S11.B.1.1 Standards: 3.1.10.A, 3.1.12.A, 3.1.10.B, 3.1.12.B, 3.1.10.D, 3.1.12.D, 3.3.10.B, 3.3.12.B, 3.7.10.A, 3.7.12.A, 3.7.10.C, 3.7.12.C, 3.8.10.A, 3.8.12.A, 3.8.10.B, 3.8.12.B, 3.8.10.C, 3.8.12.C Learn more about HDS.  3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      Center for Hearing and Deaf Services (HDS) (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Visitors will be able to touch and see assistive devices used by people with hearing loss in their day to day lives. Anchors: S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.2.1, S8.A.2.2.3, S8.3.1.2, S8.A.3.2.2, S8.B.1.1.2, S8.B.1.1.4 Standards: 3.1.7.A, 3.1.7.B, 3.1.7.D, 3.3.7.B, 3.7.7.A, 3.7.7.C, 3.8.7.A, 3.8.7.B, 3.8.7.C Learn more about HDS.  3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Center for Inclusion in Health Care at UPMC (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Play a health careers game in the style of Jeopardy/Wheel of fortune where the students compete together to answer a series of helath questions and spin the wheel for a prize! Learn more about Center for Inclusion in Health Care.  11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      CMU Robotics Workshop (Introductory Level)  Experiment with the new LEGO NXT Robots which offer new sensors, a larger memory, and Bluetooth robot-to-robot communication capabilities. Learn computer programming using ROBOTC, a C-based programming language developed by Carnegie Mellon University for educational purposes. Students will program an actual robot to perform a task. Presenter: National Robotics Engineering Consortium, Carnegie Mellon University Science and technology topics include: Engineering, Mathematics, Robotics and Technological Literacy. Program Capacity: 26 Anchors: S8. A. 1.1, S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.1.4, S8.A.1.3, S8.A.2.1, S8.A.2.1.4 Standards: 3.1.7. (A, B); 3.2.7 (A, C); 3.6.7 (A, B, C); 3.7.7 (A, C, D); 3.8.7 (A, B, C) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Rat-Brained Robot These Robots Play Competition Soccer Build a Bot Robot Hall of Fame (in Pittsburgh) How Robots Will Affect Future Generations CMU NREC Robotics Academy Video Interviews: Co-Founder of iRobot, Helen Greiner In the News: Now Everyone Can Have a Robot...The Way Everyone Can Access the Internet Check out the SciTech Online Resource Area   3/6/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      Creating the Digital Cosmos  Featured Program for the General Audience High-definition, full-dome digital projection at the Buhl Digital Dome takes you to the outer reaches of the cosmos like never before! This behind-the-scenes presentation gives students a first-hand look at the processes involved in creating multimedia displays and graphic animation for cutting-edge planetarium productions. Presenters: Digital Dome program developers for Carnegie Science Center’s Buhl Digital Dome. Science and technology topics include: Astronomy, Graphics and Information Technology Program Capacity: 140 Anchors: S8.A.1 1, S8.A.1.1 2, S8.D.3 1, S8.A.2.1, S8.A.2.1.4, S8.A.3.2.1, S8.D.3.1.3 Standards: 3.1.7 (b), 3.7.7 (A, B) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Exploration of Planet Earth from Space (see image # 6) Hubble OMNIMAX Film Interesting, Everyday Use for IT - Predictive Technology Meets Fast-Food Nation (Pittsburgh Firm, Hyperactive Technologies) In Pittsburgh, 50 years ago, Scientists "Hatched" Artificial Intelligence. Cirque du Soleil - The Amazing Traveling IT Show." In the News: Walt Disney opens global research lab at Carnegie Mellon University Some fireworks displayed on the Olympics broadcast were digitally enhanced Video Interview: Game Design - solving real world problems - bringing each person''''s assets to a strong collaboration - Jane McGonigal Just what does an IT engineer do? Who is an IT engineer? This showcases four interesting young women. EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/6/2012: 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/7/2012: 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      Creating the Digital Cosmos  Featured Program for the General Audience High-definition, full-dome digital projection at the Buhl Digital Dome takes you to the outer reaches of the cosmos like never before! This behind-the-scenes presentation gives students a first-hand look at the processes involved in creating multimedia displays and graphic animation for cutting-edge planetarium productions. Presenters: Digital Dome program developers for Carnegie Science Center’s Buhl Digital Dome. Science and technology topics include: Astronomy, Graphics and Information Technology Program Capacity: 140 Anchors: S11.A.1.1; S.11.A.1.1.1; S11.A.2.2.2; S11.A.3.1 Standards: 3.1.10 (B); 3.1.12 (B, C, D); 3.7.10 (A, B); 3.7.12 (A, B) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Exploration of Planet Earth from Space (see image # 6) Hubble OMNIMAX Film (opens Sept. 3rd) Interesting, Everyday Use for IT - Predictive Technology Meets Fast-Food Nation (Pittsburgh Firm, Hyperactive Technologies) In Pittsburgh, 50 years ago, Scientists "Hatched" Artificial Intelligence. Cirque du Soleil - The Amazing Traveling IT Show. In the News: Walt Disney opens global research lab at Carnegie Mellon University Some fireworks displayed on the Olympics broadcast were digitally enhanced Video Interview: Game Design - solving real world problems - bringing each person's assets to a strong collaboration - Jane McGonigal Just what does an IT engineer do? Who is an IT engineer? This showcases four interesting young women. EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/8/2012: 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/9/2012: 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      CSI Workshop - Bones, Blood & Ballistics  Students get to be a CSI, like on the popular TV shows,and do interesting hands-on investigations to solve ‘their crime. Students rotate through several activity stations where they examine bones to determine the probable gender and height of the victim, analyze blood spatter patterns at the scene of the crime, conduct blood typing and explore ballistics to solve the crime. Facilitators are graduate students in the Forensics and Law program at Duquesne University. Science and technology topics include: Critical Thinking, Biology and Mathematics Anchors: S11.A.2.1.3, S11.A.2.1.4, S11.A.2.1.5, S11.A.2.2.2 Standards: 3.2C, 3.6B, 3.7A Program Capacity: 30 students per workshop CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Biometrics Interactive Quiz How Luminol Works What is Biometrics? What is Forensics? In the News: New Cleaners Confound Crime Scence Blood Tests Chemical Imaging: Potential New Crime Busting Tool Video Interviews: Forensic Technician & Forensic Pathologist EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/8/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      CSI Workshop - Bones, Blood & Ballistics   Students get to be a CSI, like on the popular TV shows,and do interesting hands-on investigations to solve ‘their crime. Students rotate through several activity stations where they examine bones to determine the probable gender and height of the victim, analyze blood spatter patterns at the scene of the crime, conduct blood typing and explore ballistics to solve the crime. Facilitators are graduate students in the Forensics and Law program at Duquesne University. Science and technology topics include: Critical Thinking, Biology and Mathematics Anchors: S8.A.1.3.2, S8.A.2.1.1, S8.A.2.1.4, S8.A.2.1.5, S8.A.2.2.3 Standards: 3.2C, 3.2D, 3.6B, 3.7A, 3.7B Program Capacity: 30 students per workshop CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Biometrics Interactive Quiz How Luminol Works What is Biometrics? What is Forensics? A> In the News: In the News: New Cleaners Confound Crime Scence Blood Tests Chemical Imaging: Potential New Crime Busting Tool Video Interviews: Forensic Technician & Forensic Pathologist EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/6/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      Designing Next Generation Human-Computer Interactions  Specifically for Gifted & Advanced Students How can technology bring people new experiences beyond what is traditionally associated with human-computer interaction? Jodi’s research in interaction design includes assistive, social and aesthetic technology products and systems and notification systems that include avatars and embodied robots! Her current projects include The Project on People and Robots, The MOVE System: Maps Optimized for Vehicular Environments and When the Interface is Your Face. She will share her work and her experience as part of the Quality of Life Technology (QoLT) Center. A unique aspect of the QoLT Center is its strength in all the relevant disciplines, which include robotics, rehabilitation science, human computer interaction, geriatrics, social sciences, and health care policy. Through their people, QoLT is connected to some of the world’s leading health systems, and technological and clinical research facilities. Presenter: Jodi Forlizzi, Associate Professor, School of Design, Associate Professor, Human-Computer Interaction Institute, and The A. Nico Habermann Chair in the School of Computer Science Science and technology topics include: Social Interaction, Information Technology, Health, Design and Robotics Program capacity: 140 Anchors: S11.A.1.1, S11.A.2.1, S11.A.2.2, S11.A.3.2, S11.A.3.3, S11.B.3.3, S11.C.3.1 Standards: 3.2.10A, 3.2.10B, 3.2.10C, 3.2.10D, 3.2.12A, 3.2.12B, 3.2.12C, 3.2.12D, 3.6.10A, 3.6.10B, 3.6.10C, 3.6.12A, 3.6.12B, 3.6.12C, 3.7.10A, 3.7.10B, 3.7.10C, 3.7.10D, 3.7.10E, 3.7.12A, 3.7.12B, 3.7.12C, 3.7.12D, 3.7.12E, 3.8.10A, 3.8.10B, 3.8.10C, 3.8.12A, 3.8.12B, 3.8.12C CLASSROOM RESOURCES: This IBM portal provides games, resources and information. Learn - to host programming contests - about new contests and - about the exciting things you can do with basic, easy-to-learn programming skills. Medicine, IT & Cambodia Computers and Learning Disabilities TechBridgeWorld QoLT Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL) Video Interviews: 1-2 minute career intro videos information technology - webmasters, fiber optic technicians, computer programmers, data entry... 1-2 minute career intro videos scientific research/technology - biochemists, biomedical engineers, environmental scientists, robotics technicians, nuclear engineers or nuclear technicians... EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/9/2012: 11:00 AM      Did You Know? Nanotech Workshop (Introductory Level)  Nanotechnology touches many facets of our lives and all areas of science, yet we are still learning about its potential impact. In this workshop, students explore the benefits, risks and challenges of this new frontier. They learn what “nano” means and how some substances behave differently at the nano scale. For instance, the melting point of gold drops and copper no longer conducts electricity well. Students experiment with paper and clothing to explore the wonders of nanotechnology, discover why nanoparticles pose health concerns, and engage in a unique LEGO competition to simulate challenges of working at the nano scale. At the end, students demonstrate what they learned in a lightening round quiz! No prior knowledge of nanotechnology is required. Science and technology topics include: Basics of Advanced Materials Processes (including Chemistry) and Nanotechnology Program Capacity: 30 Anchors: S8.A.1.2, S8.A.1.2.1, S8.A.1.2.2, S8.A.1.1.2 Standards: 3.1.7. (B, E); 3.2.7 (A, B); 3.3.7 (A, B); 3.4.7 (A, B); 3.6.7 (A, B); 3.7.7 (A, B); 3.8.7 (A, B, C) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Nanomission: Interactive 3-D learning game based on the nanosciences and nanotechnology Interactive Timeline Video Interview: Pioneering Nanotechnologist, Naomi Halas Careers in Nanofabrication In the News: Sun Clean Clothes! Tiny Etch-a-Sketch: A simple technique can draw--and erase--wires to create denser computer memory. EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/6/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      Did You Know? Nanotech Workshop (Introductory Level)  Nanotechnology touches many facets of our lives and all areas of science, yet we are still learning about its potential impact. In this workshop, students explore the benefits, risks and challenges of this new frontier. They learn what “nano” means and how some substances behave differently at the nano scale. For instance, the melting point of gold drops and copper no longer conducts electricity well. Students experiment with paper and clothing to explore the wonders of nanotechnology, discover why nanoparticles pose health concerns, and engage in a unique LEGO competition to simulate challenges of working at the nano scale. At the end, students demonstrate what they learned in a lightening round quiz! No prior knowledge of nanotechnology is required. Science and technology topics include: Basics of Advanced Materials Processes (including Chemistry) and Nanotechnology Program Capacity: 30 Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.A.1.1.5, S11.A.1.2.2, S11.A.2.2.1, S11.A.2.2.2, S11.B.1.1.1, S11.B.3.3.3, S11.C.1.1.1, S11.C.1.1.2 Standards: 3.1.10D, 3.1.12E, 3.2.10D, 3.2.12D, 3.3.10A, 3.3.12A, 3.4.10A, 3.7.10B, 3.7.12B, 3.8.10A, 3.8.10B, 3.8.10C, 3.8.12A, 3.8.12B, 3.8.12C CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Nanomission: Interactive 3-D learning game based on the nanosciences and nanotechnology Interactive Timeline Video Interview: Pioneering Nanotechnologist, Naomi Halas Careers in Nanofabrication In the News: Sun Clean Clothes! Tiny Etch-a-Sketch: A simple technique can draw--and erase--wires to create denser computer memory. EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/8/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      DNA & CSI (in depth) Workshop  DNA evidence has revolutionized our ability to prosecute and exonerate crime suspects, often with life and death consequences. Students explore this intersection of biotechnology and criminal law in depth as they: Learn the structure and function of DNA. Investigate the basics of DNA fingerprinting by performing electrophoresis. Test the limitations of eye witness testimony vs. DNA evidence. Explore the Innocence Project. Break into small groups to decide which convicted criminals deserve a second look, a second chance…and why? Program Facilitators are graduate students in the Forensics and Law program at Duquesne University. Content support for this workshop was provided by the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh. Requirements: Students interested in an in-depth exploration of the application of DNA evidence in CSI. Science and technology topics include: Biology, Chemistry, Information Technology, Critical Thinking and Law Program capacity: 30 High School Anchors: S11.A.1.1, S11.A.1.3, S11.A.2.2, S11.A.3.1, S11.B.2.2 High School Standards: 3.1.10E, 3.1.12E, 3.3.10 (A, C), 3.3.12 (A, C), 3.8.10 (A, B, C), 3.8.12 (A, B, C) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Interactive DNA Timeline - click once you arrive at the timeline for images and links! GATTACA, a thoughtful film about society prejudices and the potential dark side of messing with mother nature. A breathtaking, if somewhat cold and sterile, look into the future. (movie trailer) Finding the Structure of DNA - Putting It Together - Base Pair Interactive An Animated Primer on the Basics of Genetics Diagnosis information to the patient, genetic counseling (a learning game) The Blooding, a novel about the first use of DNA fingerprinting in a court case based on the discovery of genetic fingerprinting by Alec Jeffreys. DNA Interactive Modules including Lesson Builder Brief Guide to Genomics: Fact Sheets Genetic Education Modules - see Other Resources DNA Kit Select Activities for grade appropriate activity list Innocence Project How Luminol Works The UK, Dolly the sheep, and more! DNA ID of Sept. 11th Victims In the News: Wrongfully Convicted by an Inaccurate Eyewitness - DNA Overturns the Conviction New Technique Using Family’s DNA to convict…or exonerate! Artificial DNA Zombie DNA - Not Really Dormant! Video Interview: Medical Laboratory Specialist (interesting & depthful) EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/8/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      DNA & CSI (in-depth) Workshop  DNA evidence has revolutionized our ability to prosecute and exonerate crime suspects, often with life and death consequences. Students explore this intersection of biotechnology and criminal law in depth as they: Learn the structure and function of DNA. Investigate the basics of DNA fingerprinting by performing electrophoresis. Test the limitations of eye witness testimony vs. DNA evidence. Explore the Innocence Project. Break into small groups to decide which convicted criminals deserve a second look, a second chance…and why? Program Facilitators are graduate students in the Forensics and Law program at Duquesne University. Content support for this workshop was provided by the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh. Requirements: Students interested in an in-depth exploration of the application of DNA evidence in CSI. Science and technology topics include: Biology, Chemistry, Information Technology, Critical Thinking and Law Program capacity: 30 Middle School Anchors: S8.A.1.3, S8.A.2.1, S8.A.2.2, S8.B.1.1, S8.B.2.2 Middle School Standards: 3.1.7.E, 3.3.7 (A, C), 3.8.7 (A, B, C) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Interactive DNA Timeline - click once you arrive at the timeline for images and links! GATTACA, a thoughtful film about society prejudices and the potential dark side of messing with mother nature. A breathtaking, if somewhat cold and sterile, look into the future. (movie trailer) Finding the Structure of DNA - Putting It Together - Base Pair Interactive An Animated Primer on the Basics of Genetics Diagnosis information to the patient, genetic counseling (a learning game) The Blooding, a novel about the first use of DNA fingerprinting in a court case based on the discovery of genetic fingerprinting by Alec Jeffreys. DNA Interactive Modules including Lesson Builder Brief Guide to Genomics: Fact Sheets Genetic Education Modules - see Other Resources DNA Kit Select Activities for grade appropriate activity list Innocence Project How Luminol Works The UK, Dolly the sheep, and more! DNA ID of Sept. 11th Victims In the News: Wrongfully Convicted by an Inaccurate Eyewitness - DNA Overturns the Conviction New Technique Using Family’s DNA to convict…or exonerate! Artificial DNA Zombie DNA - Not Really Dormant! Video Interview: Medical Laboratory Specialist (interesting & depthful) EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/6/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      Duquesne University, Bayer School of Environmental Sciences (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Thursday: Physics Friday: Environmental Science Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.B.1.1, S11.B.2.2, S11.C.1.1, S11.C.3.1 Standards 3.1.10.C, 3.1.12.C, 3.1.10.E, 3.1.12.E, 3.2.10.B, 3.2.12.B, 3.3.10A, 3.3.12.A, 3.3.10.B, 3.3.12.B, 3.3.10.C, 3.3.12.C, 3.4.10.C, 3.4.12.C, 3.8.10.A, 3.8.12.A, 3.8.10.B, 3.8.12.B, 3.8.10.C, 3.8.12.C Learn more about Duquesne University | Bayer School of Natural and Environmental Sciences.   11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      Duquesne University, Bayer School of Environmental Sciences (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Tuesday: Biology Wednesday: Chemistry Anchors: S8.A.1.2.1, S8.B.1.1.2, S8.B.1.1.3 Standards: 3.3.7.B, 3.8.7.A, 3.8.7.B Learn more about Duquesne University | Bayer School of Natural and Environmental Sciences.   11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      FedEx Ground (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Learn all about the high tech methods Fed Ex Ground uses to sort, transport, and track your shipments. Anchors: S11.A.3.1 Standards: 3.1.10.A, 3.1.12.A Learn more about FedEx Ground. Lesson: Cracking the Code This lesson explores how computerized barcoding has simplified distirbuting and pricing of products. Students work in teams to design an improved information embedding system, learn how computer coding/decoding works and solve underlying mathematical formulas to check barcodes.  11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      FedEx Ground (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Learn all about the high tech methods Fed Ex Ground uses to sort, transport, and track your shipments. Anchors: S8.A.3.1.5 Standards: 3.1.7.A Learn more about FedEx Ground. Lesson: Cracking the Code This lesson explores how computerized barcoding has simplified distirbuting and pricing of products. Students work in teams to design an improved information embedding system, learn how computer coding/decoding works and solve underlying mathematical formulas to check barcodes.  11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Did you know that Google Earth is a form of GIS, and is available to everyone? Explore GIS technology and learn how this important innovation is used by government officials at all levels, including the City of Pittsburgh, DCNR (Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources), DEP (Department of Environmental Protection) and Allegheny County GIS. Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.A.1.3, S11.A.2.2 Standards: 3.2.10.D, 3.2.12.D, 3.5.10, 3.5.12, 3.6.10.B, 3.6.12.B, 3.7.10, 3.7.12, 3.8.10.B, 3.8.12.B, 3.8.10.C, 3.8.12.C, 3.8.10.D, 3.8.12.D Learn more about GIS.  11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM      Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Did you know that Google Earth is a form of GIS, and is available to everyone? Explore GIS technology and learn how this important innovation is used by government officials at all levels, including the City of Pittsburgh, DCNR (Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources), DEP (Department of Environmental Protection) and Allegheny County GIS. Anchors: S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.1.3, S8.A.1.1.4, S8.A.1.2, S8.A.1.3, S8.A.2.2, S8.A.3.2, S8.D.1.1, S8.D.2.1 Standards: 3.2.7.D, 3.5.7, 3.6.7.B, 3.7.7, 3.8.7.B, 3.8.7.C, 3.8.7.D Learn more about GIS  11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM      Girls, Math & Science Patrnership (GMSP) (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Join the Girls, Math & Science Partnership as we learn about the chemistry behind makeup and make our own all-natural lipgloss! (ex. of last year''s activity) GMSP''s mission is to engage, educate, and embrace girls as architects of change. Working with girls age 11 - 17 and their parents, teachers, and mentors, we draw organizations, stakeholders, and communities together in an effort to ensure that girls succeed in math and science. Online at BrainCake.org. Learn more about GMSP.   11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      Girls, Math & Science Patrnership (GMSP) (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Join the Girls, Math & Science Partnership as we learn about the chemistry behind makeup and make our own all-natural lipgloss! (ex. of last year's activity) GMSP's mission is to engage, educate, and embrace girls as architects of change. Working with girls age 11 - 17 and their parents, teachers, and mentors, we draw organizations, stakeholders, and communities together in an effort to ensure that girls succeed in math and science. Online at BrainCake.org. Anchors: S8.A.1.2, S8.A.1.3, S8.B.2.2, S8.C.1.1 Standards: 3.1.7.E, 3.3.7.C, 3.8.7.B Learn more about GMSP.   11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits We will be evaluating the chemistry of sports drinks and energy drinks by measuring their contents, discussing claims made on their labels, and confronting common misconceptions about these beverages. Anchors: S11.A.2.2, S11.A.3.1, S11.B.2.2, S11.B.3.3 Standards: 3.3.10.C, 3.3.12.C, 3.6.10.B, 3.6.12.B, 3.7.10.C, 3.7.12.C, 3.7.10.D, 3.7.12.D, 3.8.10.A, 3.8.12.A, 3.8.10.B, 3.8.12.B, 3.8.10.C, 3.8.12.C Learn more about Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.  11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits We will be evaluating the chemistry of sports drinks and energy drinks by measuring their contents, discussing claims made on their labels, and confronting common misconceptions about these beverages. Learn more about Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.  11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      It IS Easy Being Green!   Go way beyond recycling in this hands-on, interactive game show experience. Do you have what it takes to compete head-to-head? How do the choices you make everyday affect the environmental health of the planet? ...from the foods you eat and the clothes you buy to the technologies and conveniences you use everyday. Find out if you are a green machine or a champion in training. CAUTION: Eco-footprint may shrink! Science and technology topics include: Environment, Conservation, Water, Food, Energy, Waste Management, Consumerism Program Capacity: 50 Anchors: S8.D.1.2, S8.C.2.2, S8.A.3.1.3 Standards: 4.2.7A, 4.2.7B, 4.7.7C CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Human Footprint (consumption): Calculate yours with this fun interactive! Google Earth Rising Sea Level Animation and more! Video - Shrinking Ice: Himalayan Glaciers Retreat - NY Time time 3:15 Ice Shelf Interactive 30 questions to elevate your awareness (and literacy) of the greater place in which you live Interactive of a green roof, and green roofs around the world - for an ex. in Pittsburgh see image #10. Climate Change Game In the News: How Bubble Wrap Could Power the Future - as Seen in the -Water Cube- at the Beijing Olympics In our future - smart meters to fix home energy power hogs Think Before You Eat Careers: Environmental Engineer Alexandria Boehm EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/6/2012: 10:30 AM; 11:30 AM; 12:30 PM 3/7/2012: 10:30 AM; 11:30 AM; 12:30 PM      It IS Easy Being Green!  Go way beyond recycling in this hands-on, interactive game show experience. Do you have what it takes to compete head-to-head? How do the choices you make everyday affect the environmental health of the planet? ...from the foods you eat and the clothes you buy to the technologies and conveniences you use everyday. Find out if you are a green machine or a champion in training. CAUTION: Eco-footprint may shrink! Science and technology topics include: Environment, Conservation, Water, Food, Energy, Waste Management, Consumerism Program Capacity: 50 Anchors: S11.A.1.3.4, S11.D.1.2, S11.D.2.1 Standards: 4.2.12.A, 4.4.12A, 4.8.12A, 4.8.12B CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Human Footprint (consumption): Calculate yours with this fun interactive! Google Earth Rising Sea Level Animation and more! Video - Shrinking Ice: Himalayan Glaciers Retreat - NY Time time 3:15 Ice Shelf Interactive 30 questions to elevate your awareness (and literacy) of the greater place in which you live Interactive of a green roof and green roofs around the world - for ex. in Pittsburgh see image #10. Climate Change Game In the News: How Bubble Wrap Could Power the Future - as Seen in the -Water Cube- at the Beijing Olympics In our future - smart meters to fix home energy power hogs Think Before You Eat EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/8/2012: 10:30 AM; 11:30 AM; 12:30 PM      Journey of a Scientist – Finding that Great Career   Specifically for Gifted & Advanced Students “So, I like science…but do I have to be a doctor?” Amy Laura, Sr. Scientist at Thermo Fisher Scientific thought her only choice was to become a doctor “when she grew up’. She had no idea about the other exciting opportunities available to someone who is interested in biology. Now, Amy works with different cell lines ((hamster, human, rat; kidney, liver, lung, neurites; cancerous and non-cancerous) to design assays – combining biology and software to make research possible. Join her as she shares her career path and the COOL SCIENCE she does in her current position. Science and technology topics include: Biotechnology, biology and information technology Capacity: 140 Middle School Standards: 3.2.7A, 3.2.7B, 3.2.7C, 3.2.7D, 3.3.7A, 3.3.7B, 3.3.7C, 3.3.7D, 3.6.7A, 3.6.7B, 3.7.7A, 3.7.7B, 3.7.7C, 3.3.7D, 3.8.7A, 3.8.7B, 3.8.7C Middle School Anchors: S8.A.1.1, S8.A.1.2, S8.A.2.1, S8.A.2.2., S8.A.3.2, S8.A.3.3, S8.B.1.1, S8.B.2.1, S8.B.2.2. CLASSROOM RESOURCES: CLASSROOM RESOURCES: SciTech Career Resources ThermoFisher Scientific Cellomics EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/6/2012: 11:00 AM      Mobile Lab Challenge: Can Biotech Solve the Energy Crisis?   Come aboard the Pitt Mobile Science Lab and go bioprospecting (searching for living organisms) to locate enzymes that could help us turn the cellulose in waste paper, wood, and plant material into ethanol we can use to fuel our cars, homes, and businesses. Students will prepare extracts from various biological sources and test whether they contain the enzymes needed to turn cellulose into sugar that can be made into biofuel. They also will learn how biotechnologists design industrial processes using organisms like enzymes to create products such as sweeteners, laundry detergents, and medicines. Our challenge to students: Will YOU be the bioengineer who finds the best source of the needed biofuels enzyme? Science and technology topics include: Critical Thinking, Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology Program capacity: 25 Anchor: BIO.A.2.3: Explain how enzymes regulate biochemical reactions within a cell. Standards: BIOLOGY: 3.1.10.A2: Explain cell processes in terms of chemical reactions and energy changes. 3.1.12.A7: Evaluate metabolic activities using experimental knowledge of enzymes. 3.1.B.A2: Explain the importance of enzymes as catalysts in cell reactions. Identify how factors such as pH and temperature may affect enzyme function. 3.1.C.A1: Explain the chemistry of metabolism. EARTH SCIENCE: 3.3.10.A2: Analyze the effects on the environment and the carbon cycle of using both renewable and nonrenewable sources of energy. 3.3.12.A2: Evaluate the impact of using renewable and nonrenewable energy resources on the Earth’s system. 3.3.10.A7: Describe factors that contribute to global climate change. TECHNOLOGY: 3.4.10.B1: Compare and contrast how the use of technology involves weighing the trade-offs between the positive and negative effects. 3.4.10.C2: Analyze a prototype and/or create a working model to test a design concept by making actual observations and necessary adjustments. 3.4.12.E2: Compare and contrast the technologies of biotechnology, conservation, bio-fuels, and ecosystems as they relate to managing Earth’s resources effectively. ENVIRONMENT: 4.3.12.A: Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using renewable and nonrenewable resources. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using renewable resources such as solar power, wind power, and biofuels. 4.5.12.A: Research how technology influences the sustainable use of natural resources. Analyze how consumer demands drive the development of technology enabling the sustainable use of natural resources. CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Video provides an overview of NREL (National Renewable Energy Lab) research A magazine of biotechnology applications in health care, agriculture, the environment, and industry A Great General Site Glossary Steel City Biofuels Basic Biofuel Overview - 1 pager National Geographic How Cellulosic Ethanol Works ABCs of Biofuels Biomass Energy Basics Ethanol Greenhouse Gas Emissions EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/8/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM      Mobile Lab Challenge: Can Biotech Solve the Energy Crisis?   Come aboard the Pitt Mobile Science Lab and go bioprospecting (searching for living organisms) to locate enzymes that could help us turn the cellulose in waste paper, wood, and plant material into ethanol we can use to fuel our cars, homes, and businesses. Students will prepare extracts from various biological sources and test whether they contain the enzymes needed to turn cellulose into sugar that can be made into biofuel. They also will learn how biotechnologists design industrial processes using organisms like enzymes to create products such as sweeteners, laundry detergents, and medicines. Our challenge to students: Will YOU be the bioengineer who finds the best source of the needed biofuels enzyme? Science and technology topics include: Critical Thinking, Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology Program capacity: 25 Anchor: S8.B.3.3: Explain how renewable and nonrenewable resources provide for human needs or how these needs impact the environment. Standards: BIOLOGY: 3.1.6.A1: Describe the similarities and differences of major physical characteristics in plants, animals, fungi, protists, and bacteria. 3.1.6.A2: Describe how energy derived from the sun is used by plants to produce sugars (photosynthesis) and is transferred within a food chain from producers (plants) to consumers to decomposers. CHEMISTRY: 3.2.7.A4: Describe how reactants change into products in simple chemical reactions. EARTH SCIENCE: 3.3.8.A2: Describe renewable and nonrenewable energy resources. TECHNOLOGY: 3.4.8.A1: Analyze the development of technology based on affordability or urgency. 3.4.6.B4: Demonstrate how new technologies are developed based on people’s needs, wants, values, and/or interests. 3.4.7.B2: Explain how decisions to develop and use technologies may be influenced by environmental and economic concerns. 3.4.6.E2: Identify how emerging agricultural technologies have an effect on ecosystem dynamics and human/animal food resources. 3.4.8.E2: Describe how biotechnology applies the principles of biology to create commercial products or processes. ENVIRONMENT: 4.1.7.E: Identify factors that contribute to change in natural and human-made systems. CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Video provides an overview of NREL (National Renewable Energy Lab) research A magazine of biotechnology applications in health care, agriculture, the environment, and industry A Great General Site Glossary Steel City Biofuels Basic Biofuel Overview - 1 pager National Geographic How Cellulosic Ethanol Works ABCs of Biofuels Biomass Energy Basics Ethanol Greenhouse Gas Emissions EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/6/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM      NEW! Career Café  Check out dazzling chemistry demos, enjoy café-style beverages, and engage in a fast-paced networking session with professionals in a wide range of chemistry related careers. Student groups of 5-6 will meet with 10 dynamic professionals in this informal setting to explore careers in advanced materials and processes, chemistry, and nanotechnology. Science and technology topics include: Advanced Materials and Processes, Chemistry and Nanotechnology Program Capacity: 72 Anchors: S11.A.2.2, S11.C.1.1 Standards: 3.4.10A, 3.4.10B, 3.4.10C, 3.4.10D, 3.4.12A, 3.4.12B, 3.4.12C, 3.4.12D, 3.8.10A, 3.8.10B, 3.8.10C, 3.8.12A, 3.8.12B, 3.8.12C CLASSROOM RESOURCES: SciTech Career Resources Chemstars Bayer MaterialScience BASF LANXESS Nova Chemicals PPG Industries EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM      NEW! RiverQuest - Exploring Marcellus Shale Workshop  Explore the environmental challenges and economic opportunities of PA’s Marcellus shale gas industry onboard RiverQuest EXPLORER at dock. This 45-minute session looks at the geology of the Marcellus shale formation, the recent and not-so-recent advent of the shale gas industry, the process of hydraulic fracturing (or “fracking”), and the water quality parameters that can be tested to look for environmental impacts. Science and technology topics include: Environment, public policy and chemistry Program Capacity: 60 Standards: 3.3.5A.1, 3.3.6.A4, 3.3.7.A.3, 3.3.8.A.2, 4.1.5.B, 4.1.6.F, 4.2.5.C, 4.2.6.C, 4.2.7.A, 4.2.8.A, 4.3.7.A & B, 4.3.8.A CLASSROOM RESOURCES: RiverQuest Chevron 30 questions to elevate your awareness (and literacy) of the greater place in which you live Guide to Safe Drinking Water Pittsburgh Green Story, The Pittsburgh Transformation Story Energy Timeline Clean Water Action Pittsburgh Riverlife Task Force Marcellus Shale news and information including calendar of shale-related events in your community, interactive timeline, Google Map of permit leases,.. Friends of the Riverfront includes activities and more! Creek Connections Teaching Modules Available! EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/6/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM      NEW! RiverQuest - Exploring Marcellus Shale Workshop  Explore the environmental challenges and economic opportunities of PA’s Marcellus shale gas industry onboard RiverQuest EXPLORER at dock. This 45-minute session looks at the geology of the Marcellus shale formation, the recent and not-so-recent advent of the shale gas industry, the process of hydraulic fracturing (or “fracking”), and the water quality parameters that can be tested to look for environmental impacts. Science and technology topics include: Environment, public policy and chemistry Program Capacity: 60 Standards: 3.3.12.A, 4.1.12.C, 4.2.10.A, 4.2.12.A, 4.3.10.B, 4.3.12.B, 4.5.10.A, 4.5.12.A & C CLASSROOM RESOURCES: RiverQuest Chevron 30 questions to elevate your awareness (and literacy) of the greater place in which you live Guide to Safe Drinking Water Pittsburgh Green Story, The Pittsburgh Transformation Story Energy Timeline Clean Water Action Pittsburgh Riverlife Task Force Marcellus Shale news and information including calendar of shale-related events in your community, interactive timeline, Google Map of permit leases,.. Friends of the Riverfront includes activities and more! Creek Connections Teaching Modules Available! EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/8/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM      NEW! Think Like a Computer  Technology fills our lives in ways we hardly imagine. From phones and cars to weather and outer space, modern life would be impossible without the knowledge that computers give us. At the heart of this "technology revolution" are two key concepts - data and programming. This workshop will introduce some basic concepts of computing - without using *any* computers! The session will give you an inside look at how computers "think" and how computing - and supercomputing - are changing the world. Presenter: Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center Science and technology topics include: Information Technology, Computational Thinking, and Computational Science Program capacity: 30 Anchors: S.8.A.1.2., S.8.A.2.2.3, S.8.D.1.2 Standards: 3.6.7B, 3.7.7C, 3.7.7E, 3.8.7A, 3.8.7B, 3.8.7C CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Computer Simulations at the Forefront of Science Researchers crunched Einstein’s theory of general relativity on a supercomputer to create a 3-D image of merging black holes. (see image #2.) Unplugged: computer science isnt really about computers at all. It is binary numbers, algorithms, data compression & fun! Free registration and then visit - http://csunplugged.org/index.php/en/about-unplugged-mainmenu-131 Invent Your Own Computer Games with Python (more advanced!) Computers and Learning Disabilities Medicine, IT & Cambodia Body Media, a Pittsburgh-based company, launches SenseWear Cirque du Soleil - The Amazing Traveling IT Show CMU Facial Recognition Research CMUs captcha pioneer - “completely automated public Turing test to tell computers and humans apart.” Because a computer cannot think like a human! Captchas help websites block abuse - spam e-mail, illegal postings and skewed online voting. Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center Basic computer terms quiz EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/6/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM      NEW! Think Like a Computer  Technology fills our lives in ways we hardly imagine. From phones and cars to weather and outer space, modern life would be impossible without the knowledge that computers give us. At the heart of this "technology revolution" are two key concepts - data and programming. This workshop will introduce some basic concepts of computing - without using *any* computers! The session will give you an inside look at how computers "think" and how computing - and supercomputing - are changing the world. Presenter: Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center Science and technology topics include: Information Technology, Computational Thinking, Computational Science Program capacity: 30 Anchors: S.11.A.2.2 Standards: 3.6.10B, 3.7.10C, 3.7.10E, 3.8.10A, 3.8.10B, 3.8.10C, 3.8.12A, 3.8.12B, 3.8.12C CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Computer Simulations at the Forefront of Science Researchers crunched Einstein’s theory of general relativity on a supercomputer to create a 3-D image of merging black holes. (see image #2.) Unplugged: computer science isnt really about computers at all. It is binary numbers, algorithms, data compression & fun! Free registration and then visit - http://csunplugged.org/index.php/en/about-unplugged-mainmenu-131 Invent Your Own Computer Games with Python (more advanced!) Computers and Learning Disabilities Medicine, IT & Cambodia Body Media, a Pittsburgh-based company, launches SenseWear Cirque du Soleil - The Amazing Traveling IT Show CMU Facial Recognition Research CMUs captcha pioneer - “completely automated public Turing test to tell computers and humans apart.” Because a computer cannot think like a human! Captchas help websites block abuse - spam e-mail, illegal postings and skewed online voting. Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center Basic computer terms quiz EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/8/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 11:00 AM; 12:00 PM      Online Year-Round Resource Area  Expose your students to science and technology careers, inspire them for the remainder of the school year and expand your SciTech experience pre- and post- visit. Start with the introductory pages which feature the focus areas of SciTech and Pittsburgh’s growth areas: Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Robotics, Advanced Materials Processes, Environmental Technology and Information Technology. Explore “Science in the News” featuring the new SciTech blog and science-related articles and in-depth archive! Access helpful links on SciTech's Focus Areas – including games, fun quizzes, movies, timelines and much more! Find other great sites, camps, tours and activities. Use Career Resources: video interviews, self-assessment quizzes and more. EXPLORE ONLINE RESOURCES   No dates yet      Online Year-Round Resource Area  Bring your curriculum to life! Expose your students to science and technology careers, inspire them for the remainder of the school year and expand your SciTech experience pre- and post- visit. Start with the introductory pages which feature the focus areas of SciTech and Pittsburgh’s growth areas: Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Robotics, Advanced Materials Processes, Environmental Technology and Information Technology. Explore “Science in the News” featuring the new SciTech blog and science-related articles and in-depth archive! Access helpful links on SciTech's Focus Areas – including games, fun quizzes, movies, timelines and much more! Find other great sites, camps, tours and activities. Use Career Resources: video interviews, self-assessment quizzes and more.   No dates yet      PennState Electro-Optics Center (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Explore simple, yet exciting ways to use electro-optics including thermal imaging, diffraction glasses, lasers & waveguides, UV demos, laser communications and more! Anchors: S11.A.2.2; S11.A.2.2 Standards: 3.2.10.C, 3.7.10.B, 3.2.12.C, 3.7.12.B Learn more about Penn State Electro-Optics Center.   11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      PennState Electro-Optics Center (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Explore simple, yet exciting ways to use electro-optics including thermal imaging, diffraction glasses, lasers & waveguides, UV demos, laser communications and more! Anchors: S8.A.1.2; S8.A.2.2 Standards: 3.2.7.C, 3.7.7.B Learn more about Penn State Electro-Optics Center.   11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC) (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Visit our booth to see how you can use a Nintendo WiiMote to manipulate molecules, unfold proteins, go bowling with Buckyballs, and more. Get hooked on realistic biomedical simulations from a virtual lab and interact with the ocean currents that carried the Titanic on its fateful trip. Plus: can you do calculations faster than a computer in our HPC Grand Challenge? Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.A.2.2.2, S11.A.3.2, S11.B.1.1, S11.C.3.1.3 Standards: 3.1.10.A, 3.1.12.A, 3.1.10.B, 3.1.12.B, 3.1.10.D, 3.1.12.D, 3.6.10.B, 3.6.12.B, 3.7.10A, 3.7.12.A, 3.8.10.B, 3.8.12.B, 3.8.10.C, 3.8.12.C Learn more about PSC.  3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC) (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Visit our booth to see how you can use a Nintendo WiiMote to manipulate molecules, unfold proteins, go bowling with Buckyballs, and more. Get hooked on realistic biomedical simulations from a virtual lab and interact with the ocean currents that carried the Titanic on its fateful trip. Plus: can you do calculations faster than a computer in our HPC Grand Challenge? Anchors: S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.2.1, S8.A.2.2.3, S8.A.3.2, S8.B.1.1.2, S8.B. 1.1.4, S8.C.1.1, S8.C.3.1 Standards: 3.1.7.A, 3.1.7.B, 3.1.7.D, 3.6.7.B, 3.7.7A, 3.8.7.B, 3.8.7.C Learn more about PSC.  3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Pittsburgh Technical Institute (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits TBD For more information about the programs and what is going on in your area visit: Pittsburgh Technical Institute.   3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      Pittsburgh Tissue Engineering Initiative (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits TBD Anchors: S.11.A.1.2, S.11.A.2.2, S.11.A.2.1, S.11.A.2.1.1, S.11.A.2.2.2, S.11.B.1.1 Standards: 3.1.10 (B); 3.1.12 (B); 3.2.10 (A, B, C, D); 3.1.12 (B, C, D); 3.3.10 (B); 3.3.12 (A, B); 3.4.10 (A); 3.4.12 (A); 3.6.10 (A, B, C); 3.6.12 (A, B, C); 3.7.10 (A, B); 3.7.12 (A, B); 3.8.10 (A, B, C); 3.8.12 (A, B, C) Learn more about PTEI.  11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Pittsburgh Tissue Engineering Initiative (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits TBD Anchors: S8. A. 1.1, S8.A.1.1.2, S8.A.1.1.4, S8.A.1.3, S8.A.2.1, S8.A.2.1.4 Standards: 3.1.7. (A, B); 3.2.7 (A, C); 3.6.7 (A, B, C); 3.7.7 (A, C, D); 3.8.7 (A, B, C) Learn more about PTEI.  11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM      PPG Industries (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Travel the World with PPG You can’t travel the world without a passport, right? Did you know that PPG plays an important role in e-passports that are used globally? Visit our interactive exhibit that highlights PPG’s global presence on the land, sea and air. Anchors: S.11.B.3.3; S.11.B.3.3.1; S.11.B.3.3.3; S.11.C.2.1; S.11.C.2.2.1; S.11.C.2.2.2; S.11.C.2.2.3 Standards: 3.7.10 (A, B); 3.7.12 (B); 3.8.10 (A, B, C); 3.8.12 (A, B, C) Learn more about PPG Industries.  11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      PPG Industries (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Travel the World with PPG You can’t travel the world without a passport, right? Did you know that PPG plays an important role in e-passports that are used globally? Visit our interactive exhibit that highlights PPG’s global presence on the land, sea and air. Anchors: S8.A.1.2; S8A.1.2.2; S8.A.1.3.4 Standards: 3.7.7 (A, B); 3.8.7 (A, B) Learn more about PPG Industries.  11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Psychology Software Tools (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Psychology Software Tools will be encouraging students to try out our innovative software. Students can participate in fun games using a non-intrusive eye tracker. Eye tracking technology allows researchers to know exactly where participants are looking on a screen at any time. In the field, this information can be used to 1) gauge effectiveness of various forms of advertising, 2) research usability of web, software and computer games, and 3) perform psychology studies, infant studies, reading studies, vision research, and more. Students will also be able to navigate through a virtual environment with a head mounted display to experience the immersive effect of virtual reality. Virtual reality software is being used in drug/alcohol/gambling addiction research studies and as a modern therapy tool for post-traumatic stress disorder, phobias, and rehabilitation of a variety of addictions. Learn more about Psychology Software Tools.   11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      Qualtiy of Life Technology (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Explore The Quality of Life Technology Center (QoLT) intelligent assist devices. QoLT brings together robotics and information technology engineers, biomedical and rehabilitation engineers, healthcare professionals working in assistive technology research and clinical practice, and experts in aging to study the needs of real people in the real world to build systems such as robotic wheelchairs and modular, "smart" homes. Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.A.2.2.2, S11.A.3.2, S11.B.1.1 Standards: 3.1.10.A, 3.1.12.A, 3.1.10.B, 3.1.12.B, 3.1.10.D, 3.1.12.D, 3.3.10.B, 3.3.12.B, 3.7.10.A, 3.7.12.A, 3.7.10.C, 3.7.12.C, 3.8.10.A, 3.8.12.A, 3.8.10.B, 3.8.12.B, 3.8.10.C, 3.8.12.C Learn more about QoLT.  11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      Qualtiy of Life Technology (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Explore The Quality of Life Technology Center (QoLT) intelligent assist devices. QoLT brings together robotics and information technology engineers, biomedical and rehabilitation engineers, healthcare professionals working in assistive technology research and clinical practice, and experts in aging to study the needs of real people in the real world to build systems such as robotic wheelchairs and modular, "smart" homes. Anchors: S11.A.1.1.4, S11.A.2.2.2, S11  11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Quasi (high school)  Come have fun and talk to quasi...of course Quasi is a robot. The academic research for Quasi was conducted at Carnegie Mellon University's Entertainment Technology Center (ETC). The ETC is a 2-year Master's Degree Program that brings students from artistic and technical backgrounds together to work on innovative projects. Interbots started in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2005 as a spinoff of the ETC. Creating wholly-formed physical characters from scratch requires the work of many people from a number of disciplines. Our team includes people with backgrounds in robotics, mechanical and electrical engineering, industrial design, show control systems, graphic design, artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, psychology, and theater. For more information visit Interbots online.   3/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM      Quasi (middle school)  Come have fun and talk to quasi...of course Quasi is a robot. The academic research for Quasi was conducted at Carnegie Mellon University's Entertainment Technology Center (ETC). The ETC is a 2-year Master's Degree Program that brings students from artistic and technical backgrounds together to work on innovative projects. Interbots started in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2005 as a spinoff of the ETC. Creating wholly-formed physical characters from scratch requires the work of many people from a number of disciplines. Our team includes people with backgrounds in robotics, mechanical and electrical engineering, industrial design, show control systems, graphic design, artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, psychology, and theater. For more information visit Interbots online.   3/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM      Real Food Rocks!  If you are what you eat…what are you? We all want food that’s healthy, yet tastes good, and food labels today can be confusing and misleading. What difference does it make, for you and the environment, if your meat contains hormones or antibiotics? What are the “dirty dozen”? How do seasonal, local and organics figure into your food choices? Explore options, cook, and sample a tasty, nutritious dish featuring an international super food! Join Carole Ortenzo, retired Army surgeon turned certified personal chef who specializes in organic, health-supportive cooking. Science and technology topics include: Environment, Biology, Chemistry, Health Program capacity: 26 High School Anchors: S11.A.1.1, S11.A.1.2, S11.A.2.2, S11.B.3.3, S11.D.1.2 High School Standards: 3.2.10A, 3.2.12A, 3.5.10B, 3.5.12B, 3.6.10A, 3.6.12A, 3.8.10 (A, B, C), 3.8.12 (A, B, C) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Why do we need carbon labeling? What does a carbon footprint have to do with what I eat? How do you calculate a carbon footprint? The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals (Michael Pollan) The Omnivore’s Dilemma for Kids: The Secrets Behind What You Eat (Michael Pollan) In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto Food Rules: An Eater’s Manual (Michael Pollan) Animal, Vegetable, Miracle (Barbara Kingslover) Dirty dozen (shoppers guide) Farmer Markets & CSAs in/near Pittsburgh Slow Food Pittsburgh You Are What You Eat: Pictures Of Factory Farms. (Brought to you by The Good Human, Don’t Blow It.Good Planets are Hard to Find Women’s Health & the Environment Conference in Pittsburgh (check out this year and previous year topics) In the News: Wild Crop of Genetically Modified Canola 4th Annual Buy Fresh/Buy local Farm Tour EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES   3/8/2012: 10:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/9/2012: 10:00 AM; 12:00 PM      Real Food Rocks!  If you are what you eat…what are you? We all want food that’s healthy, yet tastes good, and food labels today can be confusing and misleading. What difference does it make, for you and the environment, if your meat contains hormones or antibiotics? What are the “dirty dozen”? How do seasonal, local and organics figure into your food choices? Explore options, cook, and sample a tasty, nutritious dish featuring an international super food! Join Carole Ortenzo, retired Army surgeon turned certified personal chef who specializes in organic, health-supportive cooking. Science and technology topics include: Environment, Biology, Chemistry, Health Program capacity: 26 Middle School Anchors: S8.A.1 1, S8.A.1.2, S8.B.3.3 Middle School Standards: 3.2.7A, 3.2.7C, 3.5.7B, 3.6.7A, 3.8.7 (A, B, C) CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Why do we need carbon labeling? What does a carbon footprint have to do with what I eat? How do you calculate a carbon footprint? The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals (Michael Pollan) The Omnivore’s Dilemma for Kids: The Secrets Behind What You Eat (Michael Pollan) In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto Food Rules: An Eater’s Manual (Michael Pollan) Animal, Vegetable, Miracle (Barbara Kingslover) Dirty dozen (shoppers guide) Farmer Markets & CSAs in/near Pittsburgh Slow Food Pittsburgh You Are What You Eat: Pictures Of Factory Farms. (Brought to you by The Good Human, Don’t Blow It.Good Planets are Hard to Find Women’s Health & the Environment Conference in Pittsburgh (check out this year and previous year topics) In the News: Wild Crop of Genetically Modified Canola 4th Annual Buy Fresh/Buy local Farm Tour EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/6/2012: 10:00 AM; 12:00 PM 3/7/2012: 10:00 AM; 12:00 PM      RiverQuest (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Your visit to RiverQuest includes: Green Boat Science - an interactive pH activity (titration) River Mystery Contest/Drawing - is the mystery object natural ...or due to human activity? Nautical Name Badges - translate your name into nautical flag code. And...experience an ‘enviroscape’! Anchors: S11.A.1.3, S11.A.2.2, S11.A.3.3, S11.B.3.1, S11.B.3.2,S11.B.3.3, S11.D.1.3 Standards: 3.1.10A, 3.1.12A, 3.1.10.B, 3.1.12.B, 3.1.10D, 3.1.12.D, 3.2.10.C, 3.2.12.C, 3.5.10.A, 3.5.12.A, 3.5.10.B, 3.5.12.B, 3.5.10.D, 3.5.12.D Learn more about RiverQuest.   11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      RiverQuest (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Your visit to RiverQuest includes: Green Boat Science - an interactive pH activity (titration) River Mystery Contest/Drawing - is the mystery object natural ...or due to human activity? Nautical Name Badges - translate your name into nautical flag code. And...experience an ‘enviroscape’! Anchors: S8.A.1.2.2, S8.A.1.3.4, S8.A.2.1.3, S8.A.2.1.4, S8.A.3.1.1, S8.A.3.1.5, S8.A.3.2.1, S8.A.3.2.3, S8.B.3.1, S8.B.3.2, S8.B.3.3, S8.D.1.3 Standards: 3.1.7.A, 3.1.7.B, 3.1.7.D, 3.2.7.C, 3.5.7.A, 3.5.7.B, 3.5.7.D Learn more about RiverQuest.  11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      Robert Morris University (RMU) (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Run the animatronic displays! Learn about reverse engineering. Scan a (3D) Jack''''o''''Lantern into the CAD (Comptuer Automated Design) environment. Learn more about RMU.  11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      Scientific Visualization  Specifically for Gifted & Advanced Students                                                                                                        Caption: hurricane and earthquake imaging Learn how scientific visualization artist Greg Foss from the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center combines computer technology and art to turn data generated by scientists and researchers into visually captivating images! Greg’s work is extremely important in advancing scientific knowledge by helping these professionals to communicate their work. His career is a good example of a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics). Find out about his exciting profession and career path, and experience a range of his work – visualizations and animations – including some on the full digital dome! Science and technology topics include: STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) and Information Technology Program capacity: 140 Anchors: S.11.A.1.3, S.11.A.2.2, S.11.A.3.1, S.11.A.3.2, S.11.A.3.3 Standards: 3.1.10B, 3.1.10C, 3.1.10D, 3.1.12B, 3.1.12C, 3.1.12D, 3.6.10B, 3.6.12B CLASSROOM RESOURCES: Researchers crunched Einstein’s theory of general relativity on a supercomputer to create a 3-D image of merging black holes. (see image #2.) Computer Simulations at the Forefront of Science Computers and Learning Disabilities Medicine, IT & Cambodia Body Media, a Pittsburgh-based company, launches SenseWear Cirque du Soleil - The Amazing Traveling IT Show CMU Facial Recognition Research CMU’s captcha pioneer - “completely automated public Turing test to tell computers and humans apart.” Because a computer cannot think like a human! Captchas help websites block abuse - spam e-mail, illegal postings and skewed online voting. Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/8/2012: 11:00 AM      St. Vincent College (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Try out a cookie mining activity and get an Iron Oxide T-Shirt Tie Dye Kit. Learn about the Watershed Restoration Project at Saint Vincent college! For more information about the programs and what is going on in your area visit: St. Vincent College.   3/10/2011: 9:00 AM      Tech Zone – Corporate and Higher Education Exhibits (high school)  Featured Program Meet dozens of scientists and regional innovators from high-growth tech industries. Students talk with experts and participate in hands-on experiments in the emerging industries of the western Pennsylvania region: Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Robotics, Advanced Materials Processes, Environmental Technology, and Information Technology. These hands-on, personal experiences link classroom learning to real-world applications and allow your students to explore job shadowing opportunities. Exhibitors include: Bayer MaterialScience, FedEx Ground, U.S. Steel Corporation, University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University and Carnegie Mellon University. Students complete passports, a form of student accountability, and teachers receive Act 48 Credit for passport completions. Students collect stamps in their passport booklet by visiting exhibit booths. A tear sheet has the checklist to tabulate the completed tasks and validate the completion of the passport. Daily 9am-2pm Exhibit Information Science and technology topics include: Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Robotics, Advanced Materials Processes, Environmental Technology, and Information Technology. Anchors: S11.A.1 1; S11.A.1.1.2; S11.A.1.3.1; S11.A.2.1; S11.A.2.2; S11.A.3.2; S11.B.1.1 Standards: 3.1.10.A, 3.2.10.A, 3.2.10.B, 3.2.10.C, 3.8.10.A, 3.8.10.B, 3.1.12.A, 3.2.12.A, 3.2.12.B, 3.2.12.C, 3.8.12.A, 3.8.12.B   3/8/2012: 9:00 AM 3/9/2012: 9:00 AM      Tech Zone – Corporate and Higher Education Exhibits (middle school)  Featured Program Meet dozens of scientists and regional innovators from high-growth tech industries. Students talk with experts and participate in hands-on experiments in the emerging industries of the western Pennsylvania region: Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Robotics, Advanced Materials Processes, Environmental Technology, and Information Technology. These hands-on, personal experiences link classroom learning to real-world applications and allow your students to explore job shadowing opportunities. Exhibitors include: Bayer MaterialScience, FedEx Ground, U.S. Steel Corporation, University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University and Carnegie Mellon University. Students complete passports, a form of student accountability, and teachers receive Act 48 Credit for passport completions. Students collect stamps in their passport booklet by visiting exhibit booths. A tear sheet has the checklist to tabulate the completed tasks and validate the completion of the passport. Daily from 9am-2pm Exhibit Information Science and technology topics include: Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Robotics, Advanced Materials Processes, Environmental Technology, and Information Technology. Anchors: S8.A.1 1; S8.A.1.2; S8.A.2.1.4; S8.A.2.2; S8.A.3.1 Standards: 3.1.7.A, 3.2.7.A, 3.2.7.B, 3.2.7.C, 3.8.7.A, 3.8.7.B   3/6/2012: 9:00 AM 3/7/2012: 9:00 AM      the warhol (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits TBD Learn more about the warhol.  3/8/2012: 9:00 AM 3/9/2012: 9:00 AM      the warhol (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits TBD Learn more about the warhol.  3/6/2012: 9:00 AM 3/7/2012: 9:00 AM      University of Pittsburgh (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Every day is a new experience! Take an interactive look into some of the most current research going on at the University of Pittsburgh. Get a new perspective on the brain, step into virtual reality, magnify the world around you, build a bone, and much more! Thursday: TBD Friday: TBD Anchors: S.11.A.1.2; S.11.A.2.2; S.11.A.2.2.2 Standards: 3.1.10 (B, C, E); 3.1.12 (A, B, C, E); 3.2.10 (A); 3.3.10 (A); 3.3.12 (A, B); 3.6.10 (B, C); 3.6.12 (A); 3.7.10 (A); 3.7.12 (B) Learn more about the current science and research going on at the University of Pittsburgh.   11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      University of Pittsburgh (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Every day is a new experience! Take an interactive look into some of the most current research going on at the University of Pittsburgh. Get a new perspective on the brain, step into virtual reality, magnify the world around you, build a bone, and much more! Tuesday: TBD Wednesday: TBD Anchors: S8.A.1.1; S8.A.1.1.4; S8.A.1.2 Standards: 3.1.7 (B, C, E); 3.2.7 (A); 3.3.7 (A); 3.6.7 (A, B); 3.7.7 (A, B) Learn more about the current science and research going on at the University of Pittsburgh.   11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      University of Pittsburgh Department of BioEngineering (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Students will learn about bioengineering and biotechnology by working with an IV Simulator, a tool designed to help nurses administer proper drug doses in the proper amount and injection rate intravenously. The tool (no needles, of course!) is connected to a device that records flow, amount, and pressure for calculation of a score or measure of error. The nurse-in-training can repeat the exercise to improve his or her score and develop a good habit prior to injecting patients. Workers with various backgrounds are necessary to develop devices such as this one, and these backgrounds will be explained, with emphasis on education in math and science. A short game of BioEngineering Jeopardy will be used to answer the 3 passport questions. Learn more about University of Pittsburgh Department of BioEngineering.   11/11/2010: 9:00 AM 11/12/2010: 9:00 AM 3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      University of Pittsburgh Department of BioEngineering (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Students will learn about bioengineering and biotechnology by working with an IV Simulator, a tool designed to help nurses administer proper drug doses in the proper amount and injection rate intravenously. The tool (no needles, of course!) is connected to a device that records flow, amount, and pressure for calculation of a score or measure of error. The nurse-in-training can repeat the exercise to improve his or her score and develop a good habit prior to injecting patients. Workers with various backgrounds are necessary to develop devices such as this one, and these backgrounds will be explained, with emphasis on education in math and science. A puzzle will be completed by middle school students to answer the 3 passport questions. Learn more about University of Pittsburgh Department of BioEngineering.  11/9/2010: 9:00 AM 11/10/2010: 9:00 AM 3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing (high school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Nursing Careers Match Game: See if you can match the nurse in the picture with the appropriate work title. Match 7 correctly to receive a prize. Learn more about University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing   3/10/2011: 9:00 AM 3/11/2011: 9:00 AM      University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing (middle school)  Tech Zone Exhibits Nursing Careers Match Game: See if you can match the nurse in the picture with the appropriate work title. Match 7 correctly to receive a prize. Learn more about University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing   3/8/2011: 9:00 AM 3/9/2011: 9:00 AM      What is this...Brain Surgery?  Featured Program for a General Audience The patient is seriously ill. You have to find out what’s wrong and fix it! But don't worry...you won't have to do it alone. Real doctors and other medical professionals will guide you from "diagnosis through surgery". This interactive theatrical adventure includes role-playing, video clips of actual surgery and information from real cases. Along the way, there is also light-hearted fun. After all, laughter is the best medicine! So, move over House and Grey's Anatomy. In this program, you will learn about the careers of real medical professionals including the LifeFlight program team, surgeons, anesthetists, diagnostic technicians, surgical nurses, medical equipment designers and more. Also, find out what IT, Nanotechnology and Robotics have to do with curing patients today. Presented in partnership with Allegheny General Hospital’s Allegheny-Singer Research Institute (ASRI). Science and technology topics include: Advanced Materials Processes (including Chemistry and Nanotechnology), Biotechnology, Robotics, Human Anatomy, Information Technology and Critical Thinking Program Capacity: 300 Anchors: S11.A.2.2.2, S11.B.1.1.3, S11.B.2.2.1, S11.C.1.1.2 Standards: 3.3.10B, 3.3.12B, 3.4.10A, 3.4.12A, 3.6.10A, 3.6.12A, 3.10.8B, 3.12.8B, 3.3.10C, 3.12.C PRE & POST ACTIVITIES & INFORMATION: Glossary Interesting People...including patient stories and personnel on their careers Activities In the News A little More In-Depth Field Trips Read About It! TV tells it like it is – “ER” depicts stroke from the patient point of view. Video Script Robot Ethics & Health Care,/b. Check out SciTech’s ‘Online Resource Area’   3/8/2012: 11:30 AM 3/9/2012: 11:30 AM      What is This...Brain Surgery?  Featured Program for a General Audience The patient is seriously ill. You have to find out what’s wrong and fix it! But don't worry...you won't have to do it alone. Real doctors and other medical professionals will guide you from "diagnosis through surgery". This interactive theatrical adventure includes role-playing, video clips of actual surgery and information from real cases. Along the way, there is also light-hearted fun. After all, laughter is the best medicine! So, move over House and Grey's Anatomy. In this program, you will learn about the careers of real medical professionals including the LifeFlight program team, surgeons, anesthetists, diagnostic technicians, surgical nurses, medical equipment designers and more. Also, find out what IT, Nanotechnology and Robotics have to do with curing patients today. Presented in partnership with Allegheny General Hospital’s Allegheny-Singer Research Institute (ASRI). Science and technology topics include: Advanced Materials Processes (including Chemistry and Nanotechnology), Biotechnology, Robotics, Human Anatomy, Information Technology and Critical Thinking Program Capacity: 300 Anchors: S8.A.1.2.1., S8.A.2.2.3, S8.B.2.2, S8.C.1.1 Standards: 3.3.7 B, 3.4.7A, 3.6.7A, 3.8.7B, 3.8.C PRE & POST ACTIVITIES & INFORMATION: Glossary Interesting People...including patient stories and personnel on their careers Activities In the News A little More In-Depth Field Trips Read About It! TV tells it like it is – “ER” depicts stroke from the patient point of view. Video Script Robot Ethics & Health Care Check out SciTech’s ‘Online Resource Area’   3/6/2012: 11:30 AM 3/7/2012: 11:30 AM      Your Place in the Web of Life  Specifically for Gifted & Advanced Students Patricia M. DeMarco, Ph.D., Director, Rachel Carson Institute, School of Sustainability and the Environment, Chatham University, will address personal consumer choices and how they affect the global web of life. What are the healthy choices for us and our planet? Join Dr. DeMarco to explore the science and mutual impact of the environment and you. The Rachel Carson Institute is an internationally focused center for research, education, and outreach around the principles of systems thinking and multidisciplinary investigation that marked Rachel Carson’s work. Dr. DeMarco is a native of Pittsburgh with a Doctorate in Biology from the University of Pittsburgh. Her early career was in biochemical genetics research at Yale University and Boston University School of Medicine. She then turned her attention to energy and environmental policy, serving on the staff of the Governor of Connecticut and as Commissioner of the Regulatory Commission in Alaska with jurisdiction over electric, gas, water, refuse utilities, and, oil and gas pipelines. Science and technology topics include: Environment, energy and public policy Program capacity: 140 Anchors: S11.A.1.2, S11.A.1.3.4, S11.B.3, S11.C.2.2 Standards: 3.5.10B, 3.5.12B, 3.5.10D, 3.5.12D, 3.8.10A, 3.8.12A CLASSROOM RESOURCES: “Animal, Vegetable, Miracle” - Her ‘regular’ family of four spends a year eating locally. Audio interview with author Barbara Kingsolver./a> “Omnivore’s Dilemma”: What”s at stake in our eating choices is not only our own and our children’s health, but the health of the environment that sustains life on earth. I have decided to explore my own environmental impact – where the stuff I buy comes from, and what happens to my waste and recycling. My blogs from the road will be published here on the New Scientist Environment Video on Global Warming: Goldilocks and the Greenhouse Video - Shrinking Ice: Himalyan Glaciers Retreat - NY Time time 3:15 View Podcasts - Women’s Health & the Environment Conference. A must see with wonderful speakers and topics that you, male or female, really need to hear. Test Your energy IQ - Is Your home a “Green” House? A different look at your ecological footprint including clothing choices ... (Hectare = A metric unit of area equal to 2.471 acres.) The Happy Planet Index which incorporates three separate indicators: ecological footprint, life-satisfaction and life expectancy 30 questions to elevate your awareness (and literacy) of the greater place in which you live Pittsburgh Green Story, The Pittsburgh Transformation Story Interactive DNA Timeline - click once you arrive at the Energy Timeline EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES  3/7/2012: 11:00 AM    Back to Middle School Programs

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