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SUMMARY:Mapping the Invisible: Stories of Hidden Forces That Shape our World
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening that reveals the powerful forces we rarely see but live with every day. Through science\, data\, creativity\, and human insight\, this program explores the hidden patterns\, risks\, and influences that shape our lives—from dangers that lie beneath the surface to the subtle currents that guide our decisions\, behaviors\, and relationships. \nWe’ll look at efforts to detect threats earlier and more accurately\, as well as stories that illuminate the psychological\, social\, and artistic forces that influence how we understand the world around us. \nCome discover how mapping the invisible—whether through research\, reflection\, or imagination—can deepen awareness\, expand possibility\, and help us navigate the unseen with greater clarity and care. \nArrive early and take time to explore the Atomic Museum. Curiosity Lab attendees receive free access to the exhibits from 5:00–6:30 p.m. \n$15 – General Admission\n$10 – Discounted Tickets for Students and Educators \nPurchase Tickets!  \nStorytellers:  \nJustin Toller is a geophysicist at the Desert Research Institute\, where he leads and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on Department of Defense projects focused on detecting landmines and characterizing environments that challenge mobility and communication. Their work applies advanced geophysical techniques to address complex\, real-world problems. \nJustin holds a Masters of Science in Geophysics\, a Bachelor’s degree in Physics and Astronomy from Northern Arizona University\, with minors in Philosophy and Mathematics. During his studies\, he worked at Lowell Observatory as both an educator and research assistant\, balancing research with delivering engaging science lectures to diverse audiences. This experience sparked a lasting passion for science communication\, which he hoped to continue alongside his research. At the core of his work is a drive to learn\, grow\, and create positive change through science\, education\, and meaningful collaboration. \n  \nDiana Monnette is an Investigative Genetic Genealogist and the Assistant Director of Wolf Pack DNA. She received her BS in history from Oregon State University and earned a Certificate of Investigative Genetic Genealogy from Ramapo College of New Jersey. She worked as a journalist and later in the field of social media management for 15 years before pivoting to the field of IGG. Diana has always had a passion for family genealogy and history\, and in recent years developed a deep interest in the power of genetic genealogy\, particularly its application to resolving cases of unidentified human remains. \nDiana will focus on two cases of unidentified human remains solved using the power of Investigative Genetic Genealogy. She will start with a brief introduction to the practice\, and then tie that to two recent solved cases with Wolf Pack DNA. \n  \nLinda Alterwitz is an independent interdisciplinary artist with a focus on photography. Her practice envisions the unseen rhythms of the human body and our relationship to the natural world\, encouraging dialog around choice\, trust\, and collective experience. Viewing art as a catalyst for change\, Alterwitz uses creative expression to engage complex societal challenges. By integrating the authenticity of science and the communicative power of art\, she bridges the visible and the unseen\, inviting viewers to reimagine their connections to one another and to the world around them.  \nAlterwitz’s reflection on Covid-19\, Injection Site\, will be on exhibit at the Ulrich Museum of Art in Wichita\, KS (2026) and her first published monograph\, Injection Site\, is currently in production with MW Editions\, New York\, NY (2026). Her work has been featured in The New York Times\, Smithsonian Magazine\, Orion Magazine\, Black & White Photography (UK)\, Lenscratch\, Musée Magazine\, and The New Statesman\, among others.  \n  \nThank you to our community partners Nevada Humanities & Atomic Museum. \n       
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/curiosity-lab-mapping-the-invisible/
LOCATION:DRI\, Las Vegas Campus\, 755 E. Flamingo Rd.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Curiosity Lab Las Vegas
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SUMMARY:The Weight of Water: Stories of Water’s Weight on Land and Heart
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening that explores how water shapes our lives—physically\, historically\, and emotionally. Through science\, story\, and reflection\, this program invites you to consider the many forms water takes in our world: the floods that transform our cities\, the policies that define its use\, and the deeply human moments where its presence—or absence—carries the weight of memory\, loss\, and renewal. \nCome discover how water moves through landscapes and lives\, revealing the connections between environment\, community\, and the stories we carry. \nFeaturing Nevada Humanities local authors from Monsoon Season: Las Vegas Writers on Water in the Desert:\n• Geoff Schumacher will discuss the history of water use in Las Vegas\n• Scott Dickensheets will share his evolving relationship with water and the desert landscape \nThey’ll be joined by DRI’s Guo Yu\, who will discuss urban flooding and his journey as a scientist studying flood dynamics. \n$15 – General Admission\n$10 – Discounted Tickets for Students and Educators \nArrive early and take time to explore the Atomic Museum. Curiosity Lab attendees receive free access to the exhibits from 5:00–6:30 p.m. \nPurchase Tickets!  \nStorytellers: \nDr. Guo Yu holds the position of Assistant Research Professor at DRI and is also a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Nevada. Dr. Yu has a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and over 10 years combined academic and industrial experience in the fields of hydrology\, hydrometeorology\, and climate change impact studies. He has published over 20 peer-reviewed journal articles\, some of which have been highlighted by the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy as well as the Fifth National Climate Assessment. \n  \nNow a freelance writer and editor\, Scott Dickensheets has worked all over the Las Vegas media scene: most recently as a daily newsletterist for City Cast Las Vegas\, and before that as features editor of the Las Vegas Review-Journal\, deputy editor of Desert Companion magazine\, editor in chief of the local alt-weeklies CityLife and the Las Vegas Weekly\, and as an editor and columnist at the Las Vegas Sun. He also edited\, co-edited\, or contributed to eight volumes of the Las Vegas Writes book series; helped edit Nevada: 150 Years in the Silver State\, the official book of the Nevada sesquicentennial; co-edited the poetry anthology and workbook Sagebrush to Sandstone: A Humanities Guide to Outdoor Nevada; and is a long-serving member of the Las Vegas Book Festival’s programming committee.  \n  \nGeoff Schumacher is the vice president of exhibits and programs at The Mob Museum. He is the author of Sun\, Sin & Suburbia: A History of Modern Las Vegas and Howard Hughes: Power\, Paranoia & Palace Intrigue. He was a producer and writer for the documentary This Building of Ours: The Story of a Las Vegas Landmark. He earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Nevada\, Reno\, and his master’s degree in American history from Arizona State University. During his 25-year journalism career\, he worked at the Las Vegas Sun\, Las Vegas CityLife\, Las Vegas Mercury\, Las Vegas Review-Journal and Ames (Iowa) Tribune. He has been interviewed as a subject matter expert by the New York Times\, Wall Street Journal\, Los Angeles Times\, CNN\, PBS\, Paramount Plus\, History Channel and Travel Channel.  \n  \nThank you to our community partners Nevada Humanities and Atomic Museum \n       \nMap of DRI’s Las Vegas Campus
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/curiosity-lab-weight-of-water/
LOCATION:DRI\, Las Vegas Campus\, 755 E. Flamingo Rd.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Curiosity Lab Las Vegas
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SUMMARY:The Possible Unknown: Stories about Exploring the Unreachable
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of storytelling that delves into the mysteries of exploring what once seemed unreachable. ‘The Possible Unknown’ highlights stories of curiosity\, innovation\, and determination that open doors to new frontiers—whether through groundbreaking technology\, scientific discovery\, or personal journeys. Discover how the impossible becomes possible and the unknown becomes accessible to all. \nPurchase tickets online! \nDRI Storyteller: \nMegan Stueve will tell a story that is still unfolding. She is documenting hiking trails throughout the state parks in Nevada using 3D technology. The result is an immersive digital space that makes Nevada’s stunning landscapes accessible to all. \n  \n  \n  \nFeatured Storyteller: \nRyan Cooper has spent the last decade building world-class endurance races and most recently for the IRONMAN Group\, all while chasing his own dreams…but one journey changed everything. Ryan invites audiences to reflect on what it means to chase dreams\, confront loss\, and find meaning in the mountains—both literal and metaphorical. \n  \n  \nDr. Julian Kilker is a media scholar specializing in emerging technologies and their impact\, and most recently guest-edited the open-source journal Tradition-Innovations’ issue on “Artificial Intelligence and Possible Future for the Arts.” His research on innovation and visual methods spans work exhibited in Switzerland\, Washington DC\, California\, and Nevada and multiple academic publications. \nAdditional Experience: Attendees are encouraged to visit At the Heart of Basin and Range\, a Nevada Humanities exhibition located right next door at the Nevada Humanities Program Gallery (next to Vegas Theatre Company). The gallery will be open from 1:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.\, inviting guests to explore this companion exhibit before or after the event. Julian Kilker\, Co-Curator to this exhibit will also be a featured storyteller for this Curiosity Lab event. \nThank you to our community partner Nevada Humanities  \n \nThis production is not a Vegas Theatre Company event. The views expressed and other information presented are solely those of the producing entity.
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/curiosity-lab-the-possible-unknown/
LOCATION:Vegas Theatre Company\, 1025 S 1st St.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Curiosity Lab Las Vegas
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SUMMARY:Dual Lens: Art and Science in Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring evening where we explore the fascinating intersection of art and science. This event will spotlight how creativity and curiosity transcend disciplines\, showcasing artists who draw inspiration from scientific inquiry and scientists who incorporate artistic practices into their work. Discover how these unique perspectives enrich our understanding of the world and ignite imagination. \nPurchase tickets online! \nDRI Storyteller: \nTiffany Pereira is an ecologist and scientific illustrator specializing in the flora and fauna of the desert southwest. She has more than 11 years of experience specializing in natural resource management\, wildlife management\, threatened and endangered species management and springs and seeps management.  As both a researcher and artist\, she is also interested in graphic design and illustration for science communication. She provides these services\, along with outreach and educational services to DRI and local agencies. She has completed illustration commissions for the Nevada State Museum\, Las Vegas\, research publications\, and private entities. \nFeatured Speakers:  \nJessica Oreck often says that she collects the invisible. Not the magical\, science-fiction version\, but the stuff of life that is so commonplace\, it has receded below our collective conscious awareness. Working across film\, animation\, collage\, photography\, miniatures\, and large-scale installation\, all of her work strives to create a sense of wonder about those invisible\, overlooked aspects of the everyday. \nIn 2021\, Jessica opened a museum in Las Vegas\, NV called the Office of Collection & Design. It is devoted to the minuscule\, the forgotten\, and the discarded. It is essentially a 1000 square-foot installation – a palpable\, interactive manifestation of nostalgia. Visitors have described the museum as “a mix of your grandparent’s attic and Hogwarts Castle.” And have said the collections themselves are “wondrous\,” “magical\,” “charming\,” and “full of unexpected life.” It has been featured everywhere from Colossal to Atlas Obscura. Through the museum\, Jessica present various associated traveling exhibits\, installations\, and workshops around the US. \nThe Office of Collecting & Design also doubles as both an animation studio and a prop house for her work in film and animation. Two of Jessica’s bite-sized\, animated series were commissioned by TED\, and more are underway for a soon-to- launch children’s network. Jessica’s films have been shown at festivals including Sundance\, SXSW\, and Tribeca Film Festival as well playing theatrically around the world. The Criterion Collection recently hosted a retrospective of her documentary features. When not making films\, Jessica spends her time collecting – and these days – sharing those collections with visitors from around the world. \nManila-born and Vegas-raised\, *CoCojenkins is a multi-instrumentalist\, producer\, DJ\, and looper. As a looper\, she blends her classical training and beat-making skills to create psychedelic\, genre-bending compositions with a Hip-Hop foundation\, crafted live in front of her audience. \nBeyond her work as a music artist\, she founded There’s Nothing to do in Vegas—a cultural platform designed to spotlight and amplify Vegas-made art\, music\, and creative expression across all mediums\, connecting the world to the city’s vibrant and unexpected creative pulse. \nThank you to our community partner Nevada Humanities  \n \nThis production is not a Vegas Theatre Company event. The views expressed and other information presented are solely those of the producing entity.
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/curiosity-lab-dual-lens/
LOCATION:Vegas Theatre Company\, 1025 S 1st St.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Curiosity Lab Las Vegas
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SUMMARY:Under the Sun: Stories of Heat and Humanity in a Changing World
DESCRIPTION:Join DRI for an evening of storytelling that explores the impact of extreme heat on the human body\, the environment\, and the communities most vulnerable to its effects. ‘Under the Sun’ will delve into the science of heat\, the life-and-death risks it presents\, and the stories of resilience from those who bear the greatest burden in a warming world. \nPurchase tickets online!  \nDRI Storytellers:\nPatrick Hurbain\, Ph.D. is an environmental epidemiologist working in the Environmental Analysis Facility at DRI. He worked as a technician at DRI between 2013 and 2019 before leaving to complete a Ph.D. at the University of Nevada\, Reno. He returned to DRI as a postdoctoral researcher in September 2024. While in graduate school\, Hurbain worked on a project with DRI’s Yeongkwon Son\, Ph.D.\, examining environmental exposures in young children. \nRead more about Dr. Hurbain in an exclusive interview with Behind the Science Blog. \nDr. Hurbain will tell the story of the human body under the stress of extreme heat. \n  \nCayenne Engel is a Staff Research Scientist at DRI with a background in plant ecology\, restoration biology and urban forestry\, studying dynamic changes in complex ecosystems and bringing together a wide variety of partners and stakeholders across jurisdictions at local\, state\, and national scales. Cayenne works in DRI’s Nevada Heat Lab. \nCayenne will be telling a story about the complex relationships we have with trees which transcends the simple infrastructure role in our community architecture. \n  \nFeatured Presenter: \nRED is a rapper\, entertainer\, and master bucket drummer who will fuse a story and performance that weaves together raw experiences performing on the scorching Las Vegas Strip. Through live drumming and vivid tales\, RED brings to life the hustle\, heart\, and heat of street performance. \n  \n  \nThank you to our community partner Nevada Humanities and media sponsor Nevada Public Radio. \n           \nThis production is not a Vegas Theatre Company event. The views expressed and other information presented are solely those of the producing entity.
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/curiosity-lab-under-the-sun/
LOCATION:Vegas Theatre Company\, 1025 S 1st St.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Curiosity Lab Las Vegas
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SUMMARY:Roots of Wonder: Following Curiosity into the Natural World
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of storytelling that delves into the roots of curiosity and its enduring connection to the natural world. Explore personal journeys of discovery that spark a lifelong fascination with nature\, ‘Roots of Wonder’ invites you to explore how our curiosity shapes our understanding of the world around us and inspires creativity in unexpected ways. \nPurchase tickets online!  \nDRI Storyteller:\nSean McKenna\, Ph.D. is the Executive Director of the Division of Hydrologic Sciences (DHS) at the Desert Research Institute (DRI). In this position he is responsible for success of a division with ~120 Research Faculty and Scientists\, Postdocs\, and Students. DHS works to advance knowledge of hydrologic processes including ground water\, surface water\, evapotranspiration\, precipitation and snowmelt as well as the impacts of climate change and wildfires on these processes and on society. Projects within DHS span the full spectrum from basic science to applied solutions. Dr. McKenna’s research interests are within the areas  Ground water flow and solute transport modeling\, parameter estimation\, hydroinformatics\, and spatial statistics. \nDr. McKenna will share stories of his experiences working at the intersection of engineering and science and also looking at challenges that we face living in the Southwest. \nFeatured Speakers: \nJarret Keene is an assistant professor in the Department of English at UNLV\, where he teaches American literature and the graphic novel. He is the series editor for Las Vegas Writes\, sponsored by Nevada Humanities and published by Huntington Press\, and is the author of Hammer of the Dogs\, and the middle grade books Decide and Survive: The Attack on Pearl Harbor and Heroes of World War II: 25 True Stories of Unsung Heroes Who Fought for Freedom. Keene’s Kid Crimson series of Western novels\, about the youngest\, deadliest\, and most handsome hired gun in Virginia City\, Nevada\, is published by Wolfpack Publishing. Keene has been interviewed by Writer’s Digest\, Publisher’s Weekly\, EcoTheo Review\, Library Thing\, Black Fox Literary Magazine\, and Coast to Coast AM. \n  \nSonia Barcelona is a singer-songwriter and multi-disciplinary artist from Las Vegas\, known for her soulful vocals and heartfelt storytelling. With over a decade of performance\, Sonia’s music blends indie\, folk\, and alternative sounds\, drawing inspiration from her personal journey\, culture\, and the beauty of everyday life. Her work has been featured on Netflix\, VICE\, and she has been named Best of Vegas. Sonia has performed on numerous stages across the city and beyond\, captivating audiences with her warm presence and introspective lyrics. In addition to her music\, she is deeply involved in the arts and community\, using her creativity to inspire and connect with others. \n  \nThank you to our community partner Nevada Humanities and media sponsor Nevada Public Radio. \n           \nThis production is not a Vegas Theatre Company event. The views expressed and other information presented are solely those of the producing entity.
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/curiosity-lab-roots-of-wonder/
LOCATION:Vegas Theatre Company\, 1025 S 1st St.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Curiosity Lab Las Vegas
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