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<p><b>Those of you with smart phones can download a free app to turn your phone into a usable GPS device (link to be posted shortly). We have tested and do not recommend using Google maps. If no one on your team has a smart phone we will have a limited number of GPS's for loan. A sign-up sheet to reserve one of these GPS's will be posted shortly. Please note you will need to supply valid credit card information as security against damage or loss. As this event will be held in the evening, we recommend you pack a flashlight and warm clothing. We will only have a limited supply of flashlights and will loan them with the GPS units. As this event is timed, you will need to visit us for sign-up at the reception to obtain your official answer sheet and start time even if you are using your smart phone for the event. Suggested time: 1 hour.</b></p> | <p><b>Those of you with smart phones can download a free app to turn your phone into a usable GPS device (link to be posted shortly). We have tested and do not recommend using Google maps. If no one on your team has a smart phone we will have a limited number of GPS's for loan. A sign-up sheet to reserve one of these GPS's will be posted shortly. Please note you will need to supply valid credit card information as security against damage or loss. As this event will be held in the evening, we recommend you pack a flashlight and warm clothing. We will only have a limited supply of flashlights and will loan them with the GPS units. As this event is timed, you will need to visit us for sign-up at the reception to obtain your official answer sheet and start time even if you are using your smart phone for the event. Suggested time: 1 hour.</b></p> | ||
Revision as of 05:05, 1 October 2013
Book a practise room for your team!
Type the name of your university into the slot you wish to book and changes will be saved automatically
All rooms are in Hart House and fitted with projector and screen. Please bring you own laptop as these will not be provided.
Geocaching is a treasure-hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. Players navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find a container hidden at that location. Join us for an hour or more of fun and compete for great prizes as you attempt to find clues hidden around campus to solve the mystery of an alien abduction!
Those of you with smart phones can download a free app to turn your phone into a usable GPS device (link to be posted shortly). We have tested and do not recommend using Google maps. If no one on your team has a smart phone we will have a limited number of GPS's for loan. A sign-up sheet to reserve one of these GPS's will be posted shortly. Please note you will need to supply valid credit card information as security against damage or loss. As this event will be held in the evening, we recommend you pack a flashlight and warm clothing. We will only have a limited supply of flashlights and will loan them with the GPS units. As this event is timed, you will need to visit us for sign-up at the reception to obtain your official answer sheet and start time even if you are using your smart phone for the event. Suggested time: 1 hour.
Coming Soon!
From Extremophiles to Star Trek, The Role of Synthetic Biology in NASA's Mission
Dr. Lynn Rothschild, NASA Ames Research Center
The time has come to for NASA to exploit synthetic biology in pursuit of its missions, including aeronautics, earth science, astrobiology and most notably, human exploration. Conversely, NASA advances the fundamental technology of synthetic biology as no one else can because of its unique expertise in the origin of life and life in extreme environments, including the potential for alternate life forms. This enables unique, creative “game changing” advances. NASA’s requirement for minimizing upmass in flight will also drive the field toward miniaturization and automation. These drivers will greatly increase the utility of synthetic biology solutions for military, health in remote areas and commercial purposes. To this end, we have begun a program at NASA to explore the use of synthetic biology in NASA’s missions, particular space exploration.
Location:East Common Room, Hart House
Time 8 pm. - 9 pm.
