University of California, Berkeley (com transmissão online)
In this panel discussion we will compare scientific research processes in Portugal and the US. Randy Schekman will discuss his research in the field of molecular biology, followed by a presentation by Carlos Fiolhais on his physics research. These presentations will be followed by a discussion on the difference in constructions of knowledge, education policies, and integration in non-academic sectors in the US and Portugal which impact scientific research.
Opening Remarks:
- Francisco Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the USA
Moderator:
- Elvira Callapez, Visiting Scholar, Center for Science, Technology, Medicine, and Society, UC Berkeley / CIUHCT-FCUL
Guest Speakers:
- Randy Schekman, Howard Hughes Institute Investigator and Professor of Cell and Developmental Biology, UC Berkeley; 2013 Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine
- Carlos Fiolhais, Emeritus Professor of Physics, University of Coimbra
Closing Remarks:
- Elvira Fortunato, Minister of Science, Technology and Higher Education, Portugal
Please register for online attendance!
20h00 (hora de Portugal)
