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SUMMARY:Hot Science - Cool Talks: Living Wonders Of The Hill Country
DESCRIPTION:Hot Science – Cool Talks event with Dr. David Hillis!\n\n \nDiscover the enchanting stories that make the Hill Country such a unique place. From colorful wildflowers to endangered species\, an incredible variety of plants and animals call this region home. Learn about the importance of preserving the Hill Country’s biological diversity and leave with ideas for how you can make a positive difference. Copies of Dr. Hillis’s new book\, Armadillos to Ziziphus \, will be available for purchase on-site—don’t miss the chance to get your copy signed after the talk!\n\n \nArrive early and explore Cool Activities from 5:30 – 6:40! The following organizations will share exciting hands-on activities related to the Texas Hill Country and the wonderful plants and animals that live there including live native critters!\n\n \nAt the end of Dr. David Hillis’ talk\, we will have a raffle with some amazing prizes for attendees.\nRSVP here.\n\n\n  \n\nHot Science – Cool Talks provides a front-row seat to world-class research. Presented by the Environmental Science Institute (ESI) this nationally recognized series allows leading researchers from The University of Texas and other prominent universities to share their passion for science\, technology\, engineering\, and math with the general public. Events are held six times a year.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/hot-science-cool-talks-living-wonders-of-the-hill-country/
LOCATION:Welch Hall – University of Texas\, 105 E. 24th St\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:How a Salamander Saved a City: The Politics and Science of Endangered Species
DESCRIPTION:The University of Texas’ Hot Science – Cool Talks series continues in April with “How a Salamander Saved a City.” The series is free and open to the public. April’s talk will be begin with a community science fair at 5:45pm. The program will begin at 7pm. \nDr. David Hillis\nProfessor\, Integrative Biology \nThe University of Texas at Austin \nWhat is the talk about? \nHow are endangered species discovered? How can they save a city? \nBarton Springs is a resource unique to Austin drawing thousands of visitors every year. Yet\, Barton Springs is home to endangered species of salamanders rarely seen by the public. In the early 1990s\, Dr. David Hillis\, a professor at The University of Texas\, discovered the Barton Springs salamander. Dr. Hillis will share how the Barton Springs salamander was identified as an endangered species and its impact in Austin’s economic development. \nLive animals\, including the Barton Springs salamander\, will be present during the Community Science Fair. \nDirections and Parking: \nWelch Hall (WEL) is located at 105 E. 24th St\, on the corner of Speedway and 24th streets. Enter the Welch Hall building from the Speedway side. Hot Science – Cool Talks attendees may park at San Jacinto Garage (SJG) at the discounted rate of $3. To access this discount\, bring your ticket from the garage to the event at Welch Hall. PTS staff there can process the discounted charge and validate your ticket 5:30-7:30 PM. Only cash or check will be acceptable forms of payment for the discount. There will not be PTS staff at the garage. Parking on Dean Keeton Street\, also available\, is metered 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM\, and free after 6:00 PM. Please read signs carefully before parking. \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/how-a-salamander-saved-a-city-the-politics-and-science-of-endangered-species/
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