Science & Technology

On International Women’s Day, we acknowledge the role of exemplary women who have given a powerful contribution in Science within the framework of a Philosophical approach to life in its many facets. The work and legacy of these inspiring women is just another beautiful reminder that science and philosophy are not just fields of study, but ways of life that drive human potential. *There will be a break with tea, coffee and cakes.*

​**We flipped hiring.** **Startups pitch to recruit you.** ​Forget CVs and long applications. Show what you can build in a day Land interviews on the spot! + cash prizes (not just credits)! **For all details and registration go to [www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon](www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon)** *** ​On **7th March**, the founders and senior engineers from **[Otel](https://otelai.com/), [Kota](https://www.kota.io/) and [Lette](lette.ai)** are spending the full day with builders like you. ​These aren’t recruiters with clipboards. These are the people who decide who gets hired, what gets built next, and how the company moves. * ​**THOUSANDS of euros in cash prizes $$$** * ​A fast track straight to the founders and decision makers\*\*.\*\* No application. No recruiter screen. No three-month loop. * ​Building with some of the best in the city ​This is what hiring should look like. **Register to join on [www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon](www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon)** ​**What the day looks like** ​ 11:00 AM — Doors open at Baseline 11:30 AM — Company briefs presented, tracks open 12:00 AM — Build window begins 1:00 PM — Lunch ️ 5:00 PM — Demos and prize announcements 5:30 PM — Conversations, and follow-ups ## ​Our Sponsors **- [Otel AI](otelai.com): Building the AI-native operating system for hotels. A digital GM that monitors every system, catches revenue leaks, and kills the reporting that eats 60% of a hotel manager’s day.** ​- **[Kota](kota.io): Rebuilding employee benefits from scratch. Health insurance, pensions, and flex benefits in one AI-powered platform, synced to your HRIS and live in minutes. Operating across 30+ countries. ​** **[Lette.ai](lette.ai): Building the agentic AI back office for property management. Already used by three of Ireland's largest landlords and managing 5,000+ properties across the UK and Ireland.** Are you a company looking to hire top-tier builders? ​**Contact us at hello@giveago.co or [book a call](https://cal.com/give-a-go/15min)** **Register to join on [www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon](www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon)**

🌸 Bye Bye Winter Meetup 🌸 **Free\! \| 18\+ \| Saturday 7th March \| 19\.30 – 23\.30** Right. That’s it. We’ve had enough of winter. If you’ve survived the dark evenings, sideways rain, and the emotional rollercoaster that is “Is that sun? No, just a reflection,” then congratulations — you’ve earned a proper spring celebration. 🌤️ Join us for **Bye Bye Winter Meetup**, an evening of genuine connections, great chats, a bit of dancing (even if it’s the enthusiastic-but-questionable kind), and excellent company. No awkward networking. No forced icebreakers. Just good vibes and better humans. Note This event is free but donations are welcome at: **[https://revolut.me/manuelo38g](https://revolut.me/manuelo38g)**[ ](https://revolut.me/manuelo38g) AND/OR **[https://revolut.me/michelf9a](https://revolut.me/michelf9a)** **🎧 Resident DJ** POP • HIP HOP • R&B • SUMMER VIBES Expect tunes that make you say, “Ah go on so,” and then suddenly you’re on the dance floor. 💃🕺 **🌼 What to Expect** * Friendly, welcoming crowd * Laughter louder than the DJ at times * Conversations that start with “Where are you from?” and end with “We’re getting cocktails.” 🍸 * A proper spring atmosphere Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll leave knowing more people than when you arrived. (And possibly with a new favourite song stuck in your head.) **📍 Location** **NYX Hotel Dublin Portobello** Portobello Harbour, D08 E1V7 Dublin Lovely spot. Great vibes. No hiking boots required. 🤝 Organized by **FRIENDS FOREVER** ([meetup.com/friends_forever](http://meetup.com/friends_forever)) **INTERNATIONAL MISHMASH** ([meetup.com/dublin-international-mishmash](http://meetup.com/dublin-international-mishmash)) Two communities. One dance floor. Zero winter blues. *Important Bits* ✔️ 18+ event ✔️ Free entry ✔️ Good humour mandatory ✔️ Book in Meetup required ✔️ Complaining about the weather still allowed (we are in Ireland after all) So dust off the winter cobwebs, bring your best chat, and let’s officially send winter packing. Spring is calling. And we’re answering. 🌷✨

Make New Friends💏! This Event is a large Monthly Social Salsa Dance Party 🎉🎊🎇 for Salsa Dancers and for those New Solo people who want to learn Salsa dancing. This Salsa Dance Party will be held in a large hall. There is Bar facilities, cheaper drinks and toilets are avaliable. Time of Dance Party from about 9.30pm/10pm. till after 1 am. Dress: Neat Dress. (Salsa Dance class lesson from 8.45pm to 9.30pm.) There may also be free Pizza at the end of the party like in previous parties. There are Salsa Social Dance Classes on Thursday evenings for those who like to learn or improve Salsa dancing. The entrance fee for the Salsa Party is 10 euros at the Door, which includes the Salsa class lesson. This is very good value. Place of large Hall is in Dublin 8. There is a large Free Car Parking at the back also. Dublin Bus 2 mins walk. There will be many other solo people attending from all around Ireland beside this meetup who already know this venue. In the past Social Salsa Dance Parties, over 270 people attended. https://youtu.be/DWir_XczIE8?is=YWe0j-H3tECeWaQx https://youtu.be/iyLdoQGBchQ?feature=shared So if you are Solo, like Social Dancing, meeting new people and or like a free lesson to start learning Salsa dancing, RSVP and I will send you the Dance Party Address Details on the day of the event. Many people come solo, so do not worry, come solo or bring your friends with you and enjoy the great Latino music and social Salsa dancing.

Brunch on Saturday . Who is interested in this . There are great venues around the city . Let me know - Press Cafe is located at the National Print Museum and has great Coffee and a fab brunch menu.

Come along to celebrate International Women’s Day with a circle of open-hearted women and men from diverse backgrounds. We will open our hearts and voices to collectively honour the women of the world through harmony songs and chants from around the world. All welcome – women, men and older kids who like singing! Let’s celebrate all that women contribute, especially the often invisible care work they do in the home, workplace, wider families, and for the Earth. You will leave renewed, uplifted, and with a deep sense of belonging and community. You don’t need any singing or voice-work experience, as it isn’t about talent, it is about participation. This is a relaxed, friendly and safe space, with no right or wrong way to use the voice. Adults of all ages and abilities are welcome. You don’t need any singing or voice-work experience, and no one will be asked to sing solo. This is a relaxed, friendly and safe space, and participants frequently report leaving feeling recharged, grounded, and uplifted. Click [here](https://fullcirclechange.ie/offerings/self-care/singing/) to learn more about the style of singing at this workshop. Harmony singing is extremely beneficial to our physical, mental and spiritual health and wellbeing, and you will leave feeling recharged, grounded, and uplifted. Adults of all ages and abilities are welcome. You don’t need any singing or voice-work experience, and no one will be asked to sing solo. This is a relaxed, friendly and safe space. Please book a ticket in advance [here](https://fullcirclechange.ie/event/womens-day-song-circle/). Prices from €35

Welcome to a vibrant community created for men and women who are ready to connect, explore, and thrive together as friends! This group is all about bringing solo people together in a fun and welcoming space. Where new friendships are formed and fresh experiences await. **For details on this event and to get your ticket, click on Eventbrite link:** https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/solo-meets-social-make-new-friends-bowling-games-tickets-1983538802955?aff=oddtdtcreator **Important information:** Strict ticket event. Tickets will be scanned at check in. **Do not show up without an Eventbrite ticket.** Please bring ID in case the doorman ask you for proof of age. Minimum age to attend is 23. RSVPs are not a true representation of the people attending. By joining this event, you accept our T&Cs, check them out on our website: Yinyangevents.ie **[Follow us on Insta: Yinyangeventsireland](https://www.instagram.com/yinyangeventsireland/)**

While Organizer does this for free, entry to the gym is needed. Day pass and shoe rental. Get ready to reach new heights and forge lasting connections doing Indoor Bouldering Adventure this Sunday at 12:00! Whether you're a seasoned climber or brand new to the sport, this event is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, have fun, and meet fellow enthusiasts in a supportive and social setting. Located at the Bloc Climbing Gym in Ballymount, indoor bouldering social event is suitable for climbers of all levels. No climbing experience? No problem! Our friendly group will provide guidance, tips, and encouragement every step of the way. Whether you're learning or honing your skills, you'll find plenty of support and encouragement from your fellow climbers. After our exhilarating climb, we'll gather for some well-deserved refreshments and socializing, where you can swap climbing stories, share tips, and make new friends with fellow adventure-seekers. So lace up your climbing shoes, chalk up your hands, and get ready for an afternoon of adrenaline-pumping fun and friendship at our Indoor Bouldering Adventure this Sunday! Let's climb, connect, and conquer together. See you there! 🧗‍♀️🤝🧗‍♂️ If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the event organizer.

Catan, coup, Muchkin, Exploding kittens y mas! Agradeceriamos que consumierais algo (bebida, comida, postres, cafe, etc.) durante el evento para apoyar al local :) el evento es preferiblemente Alcohol free. Te esperamos!

Looking for some spiritual inspiration and conversation? Come and visit the Eckankar Book and Info Stand in the Blackrock Market, Blackrock, Co.Dublin. We're in the market on the second Sunday of every month from 11am until 5pm. We are happy to chat with you on most spiritual topics. Some of our books and booklets may help you with an issue you may be struggling with at the moment. If you'd like some inspiring wisdom, spin the wheel and receive a spiritual gift or a quote on a range of life's challenges.

Join us for a swim on Saturday. High tide is 2pm so we will have plenty of water. Always guaranteed to leave you feeling better - especially with the return of the sun! We're not lifeguards so take care to know your limits in cold water, especially at this time of year. We'll go to a cafe then to warm up and have the chats.

Dance your Sunday afternoon away at ESPRESSO RAVE — big beats, good energy, and home for Sunday dinner feeling recharged. Espresso Rave is your Sunday reset — a high‑energy, booze‑free dance floor designed to lift your mood, boost your spirit, and set you up for the week ahead. Loud electronic beats, big movement, and real feel‑good science: dancing at 130 BPM naturally boosts dopamine, endorphins, and energy. If 2pm fits better for you than 2am, come move, sweat, and leave glowing — home in time for Sunday dinner and in bed by 10pm, ready to glow and go on Monday morning. With classic electronic tunes such as A Prayer for the Dancefloor, No Division and Overdrive — it’s going to be next level. Last month’s crowd brought unreal energy — let’s do it again. Espresso Rave — Wake up your Sunday. Dance it out. Go home glowing. Follow us on Instagram @dancespacedublincheck out our website for more: [www.dancespace.ie](http://www.dancespace.ie/) \*\*Tickets available at [dancespace.ie**](http://dancespace.ie%2A%2A/) Limited capacity.

[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“The Secrets of Runes,”** on the origins, development, and interpretation of the runic script, with Lilla Kopár, runologist and a professor of medieval literature and culture at Catholic University. [Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-rune-secrets](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-rune-secrets) .] The fame of runes outshines that of any other ancient script. They can be found not just on Viking Age rune stones, but on Bilbo’s door and as the Bluetooth logo on your cell phone. Runic script is commonly associated with magic, used by modern practitioners of neopaganism, and in recent decades has captured the imagination of filmmakers and video game designers. Yet most of us know little about the historical origins of runes and have no clue how to read or use them. Come to Crooked Run Fermentation in Sterling, Va., to get schooled on runic script with the help of Lilla Kopár, a veteran scholar of runes who has earned a following among Profs and Pints fans by giving fantastic talks on medieval monsters and Norse mythology. As someone who has carried out extensive field research on runes, published several articles on runic objects, and even appeared on the History Channel commenting on runes in America, she’s exceptionally qualified to introduce you to runology and the fascinating things that runes tell us. Dr Kopár will discuss the development of runic script from its humble origins on the borders of the Roman Empire in the first or second century CE, through its popularity in the Viking world, to its use and misuse in modern times. She’ll discuss how runes are a set of related alphabets that underwent changes over time and she’ll describe what inspired changes in this writing system and where and how runes were used in the medieval period. Her richly illustrated talk will highlight some of the most intriguing objects with runic inscriptions, from humble bone fragments to impressive rune stones, and offer insight into the scholarly methods of deciphering and interpreting runic inscriptions. We’ll also look at the function of the runic script from simple practical notes and memorial inscriptions to cipher-runes and magic. The most fun might be the in-class assignment, which will involve reading a few runic inscriptions and writing your name and other words in runes. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. Talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image: Part of Codex runicus, a rune manuscript written on animal skin and dating to about 1300 (University of Copenhagen / Wikimedia Commons).

Members of the public are invited to view the wonders of the universe through the telescopes of NOVAC volunteers at the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA. You do not need to be a member of the club or own any astronomical equipment to attend. Telescopes will be provided by the Smithsonian and pre-approved members of the NOVAC. No other personal telescopes are permitted at the event. The event will take place on the bus parking lot of the museum. **Please park your vehicle at the south end of the main visitors lot and follow signs and red lights to the observing site. As a reminder, parking during the event is free.** Have a cosmic question? One of NOVAC's astronomers or museum staff will be happy to help you. As the sky gets dark, be prepared to enjoy the wonders of the night sky! Don't forget to dress warmly. Please check the weather forecast. For lighting, cover a flashlight in red cellophane (the darker the better). Bring along water to keep hydrated. Note: This outdoor event is weather-dependent and may be cancelled because of significant cloud cover or precipitation.

[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“The Hidden Cleopatra,”** an excavation through myth and slander to uncover the real Egyptian queen, with Jacquelyn Williamson, an Egyptologist and associate professor of archaeology and ancient art at George Mason University. [Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-hidden-cleopatra2](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-hidden-cleopatra2) .] Depictions of Cleopatra are abundant in popular culture. A long list of painters have depicted her, Marilyn Monroe and Kim Kardashian have posed as her, and Vivien Leigh and Elizabeth Taylor famously portrayed her in Hollywood films. At the end of the day, however, what most of us think we know about Cleopatra is wrong, the product of the ancient Rome’s “fake news” and anti-Egypt propaganda. Learn about the real Cleopatra—and how our understanding of her came to be so distorted—with Professor Jacquelyn Williamson, scholar of women and power in ancient Egypt, teacher of courses on ancient Egyptian art and archaeology, and author of *Nefertiti’s Sun Temple: A New Cult Complex at Tell el-Amarna.* Dr. Williamson will walk us through how the first Roman emperor, Octavian, created the distorted image of Cleopatra as seductress that we know today as part of his political scheming to defeat his rival Antony and end the Roman Republic once and for all. Cleopatra has been the subject of debate and controversy ever since. William Shakespeare later relied on ancient Roman sources such as Horace and Plutarch in writing *Antony and Cleopatra*, and his play helped give rise to countless other works offering a distorted picture of her. Professor Williamson argues that “Cleopatra was a human being, like you and I,” and “deserves the dignity of being represented as accurately as possible.” Her efforts to set the record straight have met frustration, however—after being extensively interviewed for the recent Netflix historical docuseries Queen Cleopatra, she concluded that it, too, had missed the mark. You’ll gain a much deeper appreciation of the challenges of researching and accurately depicting the ancient past from Dr. Williamson, who also has taught at Harvard, Brandeis, and the University of California at Berkeley and is involved with an ongoing archaeological investigation of Queen Nefertiti’s sun temple. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. Talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image: Layla Taj portrays Cleopatra VII as part of an Egyptian Cultural Performing Arts Society production. (Photo by Amos Gvili / Wikimedia Commons.)

**In a bold departure from our usual articles and short stories, this month we will be exchanging... seeds.** Bring what you’ve saved, thinned, or over-ordered. Trade, collect, compare notes on seed-starting setups, and swap stories about last season’s triumphs and failures. If you don’t have seeds to share, come anyway. You can learn, collect a few, and hang out with people who get genuinely excited about planting things. * Will we accidentally discuss the nature of generosity? Possibly. * Will someone bring up gift economies? Perhaps. * Will you leave with tomato seeds? Very likely. **Where:** This year we’ll be hosting at [Nova Labs](https://www.nova-labs.org/). Nova Labs is a local maker space—a collaborative workshop with tools, equipment, and creative people building everything from art to prototypes. (I'm a new member. It's a fantastic space!) We can mayyybe sneak in an impromptu tour. And if there’s interest, we can grab a drink afterward and keep the conversation—horticultural or otherwise—going. **Optional inspiration:** The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer, a short reflection on abundance and reciprocity in the natural world. Read it if you like. Or just come for the squash. **Bring:** Seeds, small envelopes or bags, and something to label your seeds with. And a seedy snack if you feel so moved!

…Carroll, 304 pages [Physics] • Hardcover • Kindle • Audiobook • Library: https://fcplcat.fairfaxcounty.gov/search/title.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.1&pos=1&cn=611358 Check the How To Find Us section for Zoom Link **(Remember, the Zoom Link is different each month, do not bookmark)** ### Review Praise for Quanta and Fields: “Readers will be electrified by his discussion of wave functions, entanglement, fields, and so much more. From the most infinitesimal of subatomic particles to the seemingly vast infinities of the universe’s great expanse, Carroll’s latest inquiry illuminates, well, everything.” —Booklist "In that void between hand-wavy popular science and academic textbook, this modern, informative and engaging account of quantum physics ticks all the boxes. Carroll the Explainer at his very best." —Jim Al-Khalili ### About the Author Sean Carroll is Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University, and Fractal Faculty at the Santa Fe Institute. He is host of the Mindscape podcast, and author of From Eternity to Here, The Particle at the End of the Universe, The Big Picture, and Something Deeply Hidden. He has been awarded prizes and fellowships by the National Science Foundation, NASA, the American Institute of Physics, the Royal Society of London, and many others. He lives in Baltimore with his wife, writer Jennifer Ouellette.

Join PSW Science® on March 20 at 8 PM as we welcome Bill Diamond, President & CEO at The SETI Institute. During the question and answer period, in-person attendees and live stream viewers may ask the speaker questions, and in-person attendees may also engage with the speaker during the post-lecture reception. Refreshments are served. For more information on this meeting, please visit: https://pswscience.org/meeting/2533/ The meeting will be held in the John Wesley Powell Auditorium, adjacent to the Cosmos Club. The Powell Auditorium is located at 2170 Florida Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20008. Use of the Cosmos Club is restricted to the Powell Auditorium, the entryway to the auditorium, and the restrooms immediately outside the auditorium. Please note there is no onsite parking available. PSW Science, founded in 1871, is one of the oldest scientific societies in Washington D.C. Now, over 150 years later, we celebrate the Society's rich history and contributions to scientific discovery and cross-disciplinary collaboration. For information on how to become a member of PSW Science and membership benefits, please visit https://pswscience.org/join/

The March CyberTech event is here! Join us on **Tuesday, March 10, 2026,** at **Honor Brewing Company** at **42604 Trade West Dr, Sterling, VA 20166**! Want a custom name tag to enhance your networking opportunities? Register here and yours will be ready at the door: https://share.hsforms.com/1I2T6owXXQQuNRM3YQpGzAgdwxz1 In this era of nonstop digital transformation, it's easy to chase the newst tool or the next silver bullet. But while leading at the **federal CISO level**, where the stakes are highest, our speaker sees a consistent truth: **great teams win on the basics.** Join us for an exciting evening with our incredible spotlight speaker, **TraudLinde Clark**, the **Owner & CEO of Ground Truth Solutions!** **TraudLinde Clark** has forged a career in tech from the mailroom to **federal CISO experience**. She's not only navigated change, she has anticipated it, shaped it and turned change into a competitive advantage! With **22 years of federal service**, TraudLinde has led enterprise IT and cyber operations supporting national security, law enforcement, and public safety mission across **200+ locations worldwide**. She's directed large scale modernization efforts such as advancing **cloud, AI/ML, and DevSecOps adoption** while overseeing governance, incident response, and compliance under NIST and Executive Order mandates. A proven builder of **resilient teams** and complex programs, TraudLinde has aligned tech strategy to national priorities and delivered mission critcal systems with discipline, speed, and measureable impact. Join us next month to meet **TraudLinde Clark** and learn how to level up your cyber team dynamics! **Agenda** 5:30 Social hour and networking begins 6:10 Welcome 6:20 Spotlight Speaker - **TraudLinde Clark** 6:50 Q&A 7:00 Open Mic & Networking Continues 7:30 Adjourn