KIPAC Hosts 72 Middle Schoolers for Morning of Science

Ji-hoon Kim (center) and Matt Turk (far right) demonstrated KIPAC's visualization lab for Menlo School students last Wednesday.
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by Kelen Tuttle

Last Wednesday, the Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology (KIPAC) hosted 72 seventh grade students from Menlo School for a morning of scientific investigation.

Accompanied by parents and teachers, the students rotated through three stations, where they calculated the orbital period of planets in our Solar System, learned about gravitational lensing and viewed visualizations of the moments just after the Big Bang, how stars formed and what the Universe looks like beyond the Milky Way.

"The students were very eager to learn," said SLAC Research Assistant Lance Simms, who led the Solar System session. "I was very impressed by their knowledge and excitement."

Ziba Mahdavi, who coordinated the event with Martha Siegel, added: "We hope that through events like this we will encourage these bright students to become scientists."

Building a Great California

In this afternoon's colloquium, Building a Great California, Stephen Levy will discuss the long-term challenges of building a foundation for a strong economy with broad opportunity and the short-term challenge of developing a state budget that supports these goals.

Levy is Director and Senior Economist of the Center for Continuing Study of the California Economy (CCSCE), a private research organization founded in 1969 to provide an independent assessment of economic and demographic trends in California.

The colloquium takes place this afternoon at 4:15 p.m. in SLAC's Panofsky Auditorium. All are invited to attend. Learn more...

Seeking Volunteers
for Kids Day 2008

by Stephanie Carlson

Kids Day 2008 is all set for Friday, August 15th. Once again SLAC will welcome children between the ages of 9 and 16 to come and participate in a full day of exciting workshops and science talks.

The committee is very short handed this year—with the smaller lab population and everyone working so hard, it has been difficult to get the needed volunteers. The committee is looking for anyone who can volunteer to help run a workshop, escort children, set-up, clean up, and so on.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Committee Co-Chairs Barry Webb x2355 or Stephanie Carlson x2033.

Meet Your ES&H Coordinator:
Matthew Padilla

by Matt Cunningham

Matthew Padilla
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Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) Coordinator Matthew Padilla works to ensure safety within the Photon Science Directorate and Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory (SSRL) Directorate.

A nine-year SLAC veteran, Padilla worked with Waste Management, Environmental Restoration, and Chemical and General Safety before joining SSRL as a safety officer. He is a Certified Hazardous Materials Manger, and holds degrees in Environmental Studies and Hazardous Materials.

"Over time I've seen the safety infrastructure of the lab change, but what remains constant is our commitment to helping staff and users perform their work safely, effectively and efficiently," he said.

All ES&H directorate coordinators provide education, support and resources by clarifying safety concerns related to requirements and training and other safety-related information, as well as overseeing implementation of ES&H program guidelines. Individuals working within Photon Science with questions and comments can contact Padilla at x3861.

Events

May 19: (4:15 p.m.) Colloquium: The CA Budget and Economy
May 20: (12:30 p.m.) Experimental Seminar: Explore the High Energy Universe with the MAGIC Telescope

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KIPAC Hosts 72 Middle Schoolers for Morning of Science Ji-hoon Kim (center) and Matt Turk (far right) demonstrated KIPAC's visualization lab for Menlo School students last Wednesday. (Click on image for larger version.) by Kelen Tuttle Last Wednesday, the Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology (KIPAC) hosted 72 seventh grade students from Menlo School for a morning of scientific investigation. Accompanied by parents and teachers, the students rotated through three stations, where they calculated the orbital period of planets in our Solar System, learned about gravitational lensing and viewed visualizations of the moments just after the Big Bang, how stars formed and what the Universe looks like beyond the Milky Way. "The students were very eager to learn," said SLAC Research Assistant Lance Simms, who led the Solar System session. "I was very impressed by their knowledge and excitement." Ziba Mahdavi, who coordinated the event with Martha Siegel, added: "We hope that through events like this we will encourage these bright students to become scientists."

Building a Great California In this afternoon's colloquium, Building a Great California, Stephen Levy will discuss the long-term challenges of building a foundation for a strong economy with broad opportunity and the short-term challenge of developing a state budget that supports these goals. Levy is Director and Senior Economist of the Center for Continuing Study of the California Economy (CCSCE), a private research organization founded in 1969 to provide an independent assessment of economic and demographic trends in California. The colloquium takes place this afternoon at 4:15 p.m. in SLAC's Panofsky Auditorium. All are invited to attend. Learn more... Seeking Volunteers for Kids Day 2008 by Stephanie Carlson Kids Day 2008 is all set for Friday, August 15th. Once again SLAC will welcome children between the ages of 9 and 16 to come and participate in a full day of exciting workshops and science talks. The committee is very short handed this year—with the smaller lab population and everyone working so hard, it has been difficult to get the needed volunteers. The committee is looking for anyone who can volunteer to help run a workshop, escort children, set-up, clean up, and so on. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Committee Co-Chairs Barry Webb x2355 or Stephanie Carlson x2033.	Meet Your ES&H Coordinator: Matthew Padilla by Matt Cunningham Matthew Padilla (Click on image for larger version.) Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) Coordinator Matthew Padilla works to ensure safety within the Photon Science Directorate and Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory (SSRL) Directorate. A nine-year SLAC veteran, Padilla worked with Waste Management, Environmental Restoration, and Chemical and General Safety before joining SSRL as a safety officer. He is a Certified Hazardous Materials Manger, and holds degrees in Environmental Studies and Hazardous Materials. "Over time I've seen the safety infrastructure of the lab change, but what remains constant is our commitment to helping staff and users perform their work safely, effectively and efficiently," he said. All ES&H directorate coordinators provide education, support and resources by clarifying safety concerns related to requirements and training and other safety-related information, as well as overseeing implementation of ES&H program guidelines. Individuals working within Photon Science with questions and comments can contact Padilla at x3861.	Events May 19: (4:15 p.m.) Colloquium: The CA Budget and Economy May 20: (12:30 p.m.) Experimental Seminar: Explore the High Energy Universe with the MAGIC Telescope Access (see all) South side of Klystron Gallery Road blocked - TODAY Loop Road traffic restrictions and partial closure Alpine Gate & PEP Ring Road closed Gates 17 & 30 open 24-7 Research Yard bisected Announcements (see all \| submit) Lab Announcements Let's Celebrate Jonathan Juneteenth 2008 2008 Employee Recognition Awards L&D's Spring Quarter Courses Community Bulletin Board A celebration of the science of Edward Teller - May 28 (LLNL) New Weight Management Program to start at SLAC - STAP funds eligible Help Center Workshop: Anger Management Groups One-on-One Investment Counseling Sessions at SLAC News (see all \| submit) Doubt Cast on Source of Universe's Mightiest Particles New Scientist Senate Bill Would Provide Additional $1.2 Billion for Science Programs This Year AIP Willis E. Lamb Jr., 94; Nobel Prize-Winning Physicist Washington Post
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