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Illume/Warwick’s: An Evening with Anna Quindlen The USD College of Arts and Sciences and Humanities Center, along with Warwick’s bookstore, will host best-selling author Anna Quindlen as she discusses her new novel, "After Annie" New York Times Bestseller and Pulitzer Prize winning columnist at The New York Times, is the author of many novels including Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake; A Short Guide to a Happy Life and Object Lessons. Her latest novel, After Annie, is a story that ends with hope, a beautiful novel about family, friendship and the ties that bind us. When Annie Brown dies suddenly, her husband, her children, and her closest friend are left to find a way forward without the woman who has been the lynchpin of all their lives. At the center of this novel is the power of love to transcend loss and triumph over adversity. Quindlen will be in discussion with Jillian Tullis, PhD, professor of communications. This is a ticketed event that includes a copy of the book After Annie. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to warwicks.com/event/quindlen-2024. Free admission for USD students and staff by registering with your USD email and promo code. The code will be announced in the Humanities Center newsletter or you may contact us directly at humanitiescenter@sandiego.edu. For information on parking, visit sandiego.edu For more information visit: warwicks.com

Largely unknown to most Americans, over the last 20 years, the United States has lost almost five times as many active service members and veterans to suicide than have been lost in all of the Global War on Terrorism operations. “Final Fight: When the Trauma of War Comes Home” goes deeper than any documentary to date in revealing the root causes of this tragic epidemic by profiling a diverse group of veterans struggling with either combat and sexual assault-related Post Traumatic Stress. Leading experts in the field of PTS therapy and brain science offer hope and answers to the struggling veterans profiled in the series as well as to the family and friends who love them. 95 MINS WEST COAST PREMIERE Established in 2015, the GI Film Festival San Diego is a multi-day showcase of films for, by, and about military and veteran experiences. Films featured in the festival reveal the struggles, triumphs, and experiences of service members and veterans. The festival also provides veterans and service members with an opportunity to further their creative skills. GI Film Festival San Diego on Facebook / KPBS on Instagram

After decades of devastating increases driven by fentanyl and other toxic street drugs, overdose deaths are dropping sharply in much of the U.S. The trend could mean roughly 20,000 fewer deaths in 2024.

It's the 16th Bat-a-thon in Belize. Researchers think the flying mammals can teach us about warding off pathogens and managing diabetes. They trap bats in nets, draw blood ... but no bats are harmed.

San Diego Nerd Nites are back!! Nerd Nite is an informal gathering where nerds get together for nerdery of all sorts.. well, mostly fun science presentations while drinking and mingling. We have a fantastic lineup of three scientists and some thought-provoking topics. We'll chat about the weird ways we can study the human brain, grow mini-brains in dishes, or hook up to machines. We'll delve deep into the genetic blueprint of the gut and also the recent developments in machine learning for air combat! There is a little bit for everyone! Doors open at 6 p.m.! The show starts promptly at 7 p.m. Cash at the bar only, ATM available. Please arrive early to grab seats, drinks, and food in nearby restaurants. Outside food is permitted. Parking: Street parking may be limited and we strongly encourage you to use ride-share to be safe. For more information visit: sandiego.nerdnite.com Stay Connected on Facebook

The Micron project comes after the White House has announced massive investments for Intel, TSMC and Samsung in recent weeks using funds from the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act.

One of the world's most prominent climate scientists is suing a right-wing author and a policy analyst for defamation, a case with big stakes for attacks on scientists.

About Larry Pozner: Rarely can we say that someone “wrote the book” on a subject. Even more unusual is a book that changes a profession. In this program both are true. Larry Pozner has long been recognized as America’s authority on modern cross-examination. Pozner’s book Cross Examination: Science and Techniques (Lexis 3rd edition 2018, Pozner and Dodd) and his resulting seminar Pozner on Cross: the Chapter Method revolutionized our profession’s view of the purposes and methods of modern cross. "Pozner on Cross: The Chapter Method", is an innovative and highly entertaining program that teaches the most efficient method to draft and deliver winning cross-examinations. For more than 25 years this ever-evolving seminar has been America’s best-attended trial techniques program. Pozner on Cross: The Chapter Method, adds principles of neuroscience and behavioral psychology to the most advanced techniques of cross. The program uses a great many examples of the step-by step techniques to recognize, write, and deliver powerful cross-examinations. Mr. Pozner is a solo practitioner and trial consultant. He is a Past President of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He began his career as a Colorado Public Defender. He has long been recognized in Best Lawyers in America in civil “Bet the Company” litigation and in Criminal Law—both white collar and non-white collar. Pozner was trial counsel for many years for the Denver Broncos franchise and won the trial that preserved Pat Bowlen’s ownership of the Broncos. He and a team of lawyers recently won and collect a $111 million judgment against a national bank. This training event has been offered across the country for years and typically costs $300 - $400. California Western School of Law is excited to offer this exciting opportunity to our local legal community at the low cost of only $250! Included: Bagels & Coffee, Lunch, 6 CLE Credits Stay Connected with California Western School of Law! Facebook | Instagram | X

Paleontologist Ken Lacovara never expected to find critical fossil data in a New Jersey suburb—let alone info about the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs. His dig site is now a fossil park and museum.

A flexible film bristling with tiny sensors could make surgery safer for patients with a brain tumor or severe epilepsy.