Outreach Programs
As our understanding of the universe continues to grow, so basic science continues to have the capacity to transform our lives. The KITP recognizes the importance and value in sharing new ideas and the excitement of discovery with our community through a variety of programming.
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Science at the KITP addresses questions at the very frontiers of fundamental knowledge, provoking new questions, passions and, sometimes, fierce debate. We invite you to spend evenings with some of the world’s most exciting physicists, sharing wine and conversation about emerging ideas on how the universe began, the role of dark matter, how the stars and planets are formed or the brain works, or even what is the true nature of space and time. |
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Physics for the Inquiring Mind This very popular series of 3-4 public lectures each year takes advantage of the presence of so many distinguished scientists, come to collaborate on the most fascinating and challenging questions in their fields. Our speakers have included, among others, Stephen Hawking, Murray-Gellmann, Robert Kirshner, Peter Galison, Jeffrey Marcy, John Grunsfeld, Lawrence Krauss, Nathan Lewis and Samuel Wang. Presentations have included the search for new planets, projects at the large hadron collider (LHC), how the brain works, challenges for global energy, the potential in the human genome, black holes and the physics of Star Trek. |
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Through this privately funded initiative the institute seeks to provide a dynamic crucible where non-scientists and scientists alike can explore and benefit from the vibrant relationships between art and science. Artist-in-Residence Jean-Pierre Hebert leads this program, supported by the Art Advisory Committee whose membership includes successful local artists, scientists and museum curators. Activities include exhibitions, collaborations and public talks. |
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Scientific discoveries are increasingly in the news, but are increasingly complex while their impact on our lives is profound, making the need for excellence in communicating science all the more imperative. The Writer-in-Residence program, jointly sponsored by the KITP and the Kavli Foundation, hosts science writers, editors and journalists at the KITP for up to five months each year. |
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HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICS ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
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The KITP hosts an exciting, one-day Teachers’ Conference each year, held in conjunction with an on-going program, designed to introduce high school science teachers to the latest discoveries and ideas. Leading scientists describe recent research and interact informally with the teachers. Attendance is very competitive for the approximately 120 teachers who participate from all over the country. Some financial aid is available, and winning course presentations submitted by participants are recognized with the Simon and Diana Raab Prizes. |
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