What we’re about
Welcome to Houston Science Enthusiasts! Founded in 2010 (under the original name Houston Super Secret Science Club), our goal is to provide a place for people interested in science to find and gather at the most interesting science-related activities in the Greater Houston region. These include gatherings at the many science-related lectures held at area universities and other educational institutions, visits to museums, outdoors field trips and social mixers at local pubs and restaurants. The idea to make these meet-ups entertaining and interesting to the lay community as well as those from the ranks of professional scientists. Anyone can join -- you don't need a Ph.D., just some curiosity.
You also are invited to join our Facebook group, where we continue the discussion online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HoustonSuperSecretScienceClub/
Find our listing of Houston Science Resources here: https://www.facebook.com/notes/houston-science-enthusiasts/houston-science-resources/637381806593089/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- The Current State of Gravity Wave ResearchUniversity of Houston-Clear Lake, Houston, TX
HYBRID: The Johnson Space Center Astronomical Society presents Dr. Aaron Clevenson in a talk titled "The Current State of Gravity Wave Research."
Dr. Aaron Clevenson is an astronomy professor at Lone Star College in Montgomery and the Observatory Director for the Insperity Observatory in the Humble Independent School District.
The meeting at will be held at the University of Houston-Clear Lake STEM Building, Room 1203 starting at 7:30 p.m.. Attendees should park in Parking Lots D3 or D4 no earlier than 7 p.m.
Please see the UHCL Map here -- Please park in lots D3 and D4. The STEM building is building #5 on the map. Come in from the east side and go left. When you come to the end of hallway, you should find the auditorium where the meeting will be.
The meeting can be accessed by going to the JSCAS YouTube Channel at the link: https://www.youtube.com/c/JSCAstronomicalSociety
Also, the JSCAS YouTube Channel link will be posted on the JSCAS web page: http://www.jscas.net
To submit questions for our presenters during the meeting, please either enter your questions as a YouTube comment (if you have an account that will allow doing so) or send your questions to: jscaslive@gmail.com
JSCAS is open to anyone who wants to learn about astronomy and membership is free. After joining, you’ll have access to our amazing Astronomy DVD Library with 100’s of choices to learn from (from Astronomy Magazine, NASA, The Great Courses, Discovery Channel, etc.).
For more information, see the website at http://jscas.net/.
Top image: C. Henze/NASA Ames Research Center
- The Sun in the SanctuarySaint Philip Presbyterian Church, Houston, TX
The Church & Society class at St. Philip Presbyterian Church in the Uptown area presents Bruce Yaeger in a talk about the relationship between science and religion.
Description: "Few people today know that centuries ago, several churches in Europe installed into their stone floors lines to mark the passage of the sun through the course of a year.
"Why was that done? And why did that practice decline?
"This presentation will answer those questions, revealing how Christianity and science have at times been deeply intertwined and mutually supportive. It will also explain the theological assumptions underlying those lines in sanctuary floors, as well as the enduring Christian meanings discerned in the regular course of the sun."
Bruce Yaeger has been a teacher and lecturer at diverse churches for over thirty-five years. He is the author of two books: Wrestling Brothers: Rethinking Religion-Science Relationships, and Spirited Bodies Beneath the Stars: Science & Spirituality Together.
The presentation will be held in Room 201 (second floor) of the Education Wing of the church.
Ken Fountain will act as Event Host.
- Pint of Science - HoustonTrue Anomaly Brewing Company, Houston, TX
Pint of Science - Houston presents three nights of science, with two talks per evening. The events will be held on May 13, 14, and 15.
"Join us if you're curious to know what kind of research scientists of your city are doing, all of this in a relaxed atmosphere...
"The event will run through 3 nights at the same location, with 2 talks per evening!
"No need to bring your class books, no scientific background required.
More information soon... We're still brewing the program!"Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1803474093394849/