Science in the Triangle

Events taking place the week of Sept. 8 in the Research Triangle area that are open to the public:

TUESDAY, SEPT. 8

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Lecture on halogenated flame retardants: Does the benefit justify the risk?
By Dr. Linda S. Birnbaum
National Institute of Environmental Health Services, Rall Bldg. Rodbell ABC
111 T.W. Alexander Drive, Research Triangle Park

1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Talk about disability, access and why it matters?
By Julia Leggett, The Arc of NC
NIEHS, Rall Bldg. Rodbell B

7 p.m.
Periodic Tables: The Science of Hurricanes
Broad Street Cafe, 1116 Broad St., Durham
Should we be attempting to control the weather? Is there more to a hurricane than just destruction? Join us for a discussion with ABC’s Chief Meteorologist, Chris Hohmann and Dr. Ryan Boyles from the State Climate Office to discuss the history of North Carolina hurricanes, what role they play in our ecosystem and whether or not hurricane intervention is a wise choice.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9

4 p.m.
Innovation@RTP at the RTP headquarters
12 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park
Rob Lindberg and Chris Brodie speaking.
RSVP: innovationseries@rtp.org

THURSDAY, SEPT. 10

8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Intellectual Property Symposium
N.C. Biotechnology Center, 15 T.W. Alexander Drive, Research Triangle Park
Half-day symposium on intellectual property in the life sciences. Presentations and panel discussions will focus on the basics of IP (particularly patents), freedom-to-operate, infringement and strategic IP protection. The session will conclude with a case study by Advanced Liquid Logic on crafting an IP estate.
Register online

SATURDAY, SEPT. 12

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
AWARE for ALL, public education workshops about clinical research, free health screenings, breakfast, lunch and a raffle
N.C. Central University, H.M. Michaux School of Education
712 Cecil St., Durham
Read more about this event here

3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
RTP Product Development Street Faire
400 Dominion Drive, Morrisville
A local group of engineers and designers is putting on this outdoor networking and educational event to showcase leading Triangle-area product designers and affiliated professionals. Barbeque, drinks, popcorn, snacks and other treats will be served throughout this family-friendly event, which will include an inflatable kids’ play area and plenty of shaded space for business networking among peers.
Pre-registration at RTPStreetFaire.com.