Science on Tap
Monthly on the first Monday of the month.
Come one, come all to the “science café” in Santa Cruz. This event is designed to connect the Santa Cruz community to the latest research happening just up the hill at U.C. Santa Cruz. It is not an exclusive “club meeting” for scientists and science majors - we aim to appeal to all audiences! So come join us at the Crepe Place, grab a beer, relax, and hear some interesting and cutting-edge science that’s happening near you!
Science on Tap is going through some updates and will now be transitioning to The Crepe Place, Santa Cruz on the first Monday of every month.
Gossip girl (microbial edition): chemical communication in host-microbe systems
Microbes communicate with each other using small molecules that can trigger biological processes such as bioluminescence, cell differentiation, or surface modification. Mass spectrometry is an important tool that allows scientists to intercept and detect chemical messages in different microbial systems. Together, we will explore unique chemistry produced by several different microbial and host-microbe systems, including our current research on bioluminescent Vibrio fischeri and the Hawaiian Bobtail Squid.
Who: Everyone! Not just scientists!
When: First Monday of every month @ 6:00 pm (schedule subject to change due to weather/availability, see newsletter for up to date information)
Where: The Crepe Place, 1134 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062