Search results for

First Monday of every month: Come join us for an engaging lecture  on fascinating scientific topics, followed by an unforgettable show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater—all for the discounted admission of $10! It's a great way to learn something new and connect with others in our community. Plus, enjoy engaging and interactive experiences that you won't want to miss. We can't wait to explore the wonders of science with you! Click here to see the lineup of lecture topics, speakers and documentaries. Tickets are available only at the ticket counter on the day of the event. Fleet Members have free access to the Sharp Minds lecture.  Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

Scientists at the Sanford Stem Cell Institute at UC San Diego are in the midst of their ninth research mission, with samples aboard the International Space Station. Space has let them learn about the limits of our immune system and ways to stop the growth of cancer.

Some political experts warn the U.S. is swiftly moving toward authoritarianism — or that we're already there.

Don’t miss this upcoming tour. Witness the long-awaited aquatic dredge in action as 70,000 cubic yards of sand are removed from San Elijo Lagoon, restoring the tidal exchange in this unique wetland. Explore the salt marsh and see firsthand how it has adapted to the lack of tidal circulation. This is an incredible opportunity to learn about and experience why this habitat is so critical to many species, while also discovering nature’s resilience. The tour is weather permitting. Guests are reminded that wildlife is unpredictable; there is no guarantee of what you will see. Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. Ages 15+; Registration Required San Elijo Lagoon (meet-up location will be emailed to registered participants) RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/wildlife-tour-june-14-2025/ Nature Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Told he was wrong about his own history, Kumeyaay educator Ethan Banegas co-wrote a powerful comic book that brings truth, culture and survival into classrooms and pushes back against the silence that has erased Native stories for generations.

After months of layoffs and funding cuts by the Trump administration, the government shutdown has given some federal employees hope that their voices are finally being heard.

This exhibition celebrates pioneering women—from early leaders like Dr. Charlotte Baker and Kate Sessions to modern innovators like Jasmine Sadler and Khamphet Pease—who’ve shaped science, technology, and education in our region. Discover how their creativity and courage continue to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. Join us as we honor their legacy and explore how San Diego women have inspired generations of girls to dream big, break barriers, and create a future where opportunity in STEM knows no bounds. At the San Diego History Center in Balboa Park. San Diego History Center on Facebook / Instagram

We're revisiting this 2024 feature on San Diego comics creators Chris Ryall and Scott Dunbier as Comic-Con season returns.

The TV prequel to the Alien movies calls back to the best elements of those original films — including questions about corporate exploitation and technological advancements.

More than 750 current and former HHS employees signed a letter to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. insisting he stop spreading inaccurate information and guarantee the safety of the workforce.