Science Events in Seattle
Stay up-to-date with all of the life science events taking place in the Seattle area with the Science in Seattle events calendar! From academia to industry and biotech to pharma, our events calendar is your complete source for life science conferences, symposiums, networking, and workshops in Seattle. We even cover science pub nights and science fundraisers!
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Science Matters: Curiosity Drives Discovery
April 22, 2020 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
COVID-19 has propelled scientists into the limelight as the world awaits the availability of new tests, drugs, and vaccines to help fight the pandemic.
Who are these men and women of science? What drives them to pursue their work? How do today’s scientific discoveries shape tomorrow’s breakthroughs.
Join us for a conversation with PNRI scientist David Galas, PhD. Some of his notable achievements include overseeing the Human Genome Project, discovering a technology that was recently used by Abbott Laboratories to develop a rapid test for COVID-19, and developing a groundbreaking mathematical approach to unraveling the complexities of biology.
Dr. Galas will share stories about his life and career as a scientist, and his thoughts on the role of science and technology in today’s world.
