Civic Scientist Lecture Series

The Civic Scientist Lecture Series is an initiative sponsored by the Baker Institute Science and Technology Policy Program. Part of the Civic Scientist Program, the lectures are a series of discussions by leading scientists from around the country who have impacted public policy. The goal of the series is to expose scientists and future scientists to the notion that their roles expand outside of the laboratory. It also gives the Houston community an opportunity to hear leading scientists discuss their fields and careers, with the ultimate goal of promoting science and technology as a public good worthy of federal, state and local funding and support.

Upcoming Civic Scientists:

	Nobel Laureates: Sir Harry W. Kroto, Ph.D Professor, Florida State University & Robert F. Curl Jr., Ph.D University Professor Emeritus, Rice University October 2010
	Jane Lubchenco, Ph.D. Administrator, NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association) Date TBA
Past Speakers:
	Bruce Alberts, Ph.D. Editor-in-Chief of Science Magazine February 9th, 2009 "Redefining Science Education and the Role that Scientists Play in Society" Click here to see Dr. Albert's Presentation
	Shirley Ann Jackson, Ph.D. President of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute November 13th, 2007 "From Uncertainty to Opportunity: Creating a Comprehensive Energy Roadmap and the Human Capital to Make It Happen" Click here to read a transcript of Dr. Jackson's Lecture
	Arden L. Bement, Ph.D. Director of the National Science Foundation November 9th, 2006 "When the Jobs in the Nation Change, So Does the Job of the Scientist" Click here to read the transcript of Dr. Bement's Lecture