Beer-Reviewed Science

Obec Brewing
Tues, Sept 23
6:30-8:30 pm

Join Dr. Kate Starbird, Seattle Stand Up for Science , and Obec Brewing for an evening where science, technology, and advocacy intersect. Dr. Starbird will take us on a journey through the evolution of human–computer interaction — from the early days of post–World War II science policy to today’s world of personal devices, AI, and always-on connectivity. Think: from the early seeds of the internet, to the invention of the computer mouse, to the promise (and potential peril) of human-AI interaction. Throughout, she will demonstrate the connection between U.S. government funding of science and the technologies and innovations that have fed our economy and (re)shaped our lives.

Ultimately, Dr. Starbird will highlight why public investment in research and diverse voices in computing and informatics are more essential than ever, especially at a time when those investments are under threat. And you won’t just leave inspired — Seattle’s Stand Up for Science team will be on hand with easy, actionable ways to contact your representatives and stand up for science.

Kate Starbird is a Professor at the Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering (HCDE) at the University of Washington (UW) and co-founder of the UW Center for an Informed Public (CIP).

Obec Brewing welcomes dogs of any age, but humans must be 21+. Beer, wine, and NA options available; food trucks onsite or nearby.

• Dr. Starbird’s faculty page: www.hcde.washington.edu/starbird

• Seattle Stand Up for Science: linktr.ee/seattle.sufs

• Obec Brewing: obecbrewing.com/

Please don't forget to invite your friends, family and colleagues if they’re as ready as you are to stand up and fight back for science this summer and beyond.

See you soon!