• The science of when science doesn’t matter—and what we can do about it

    Thomas Auditorium, Preble Hall, UMF 173 High Street, Farmington, Maine

    Scientists think of science as being the source of truth. But statistical significance is not the same as social significance. Society has to assign value to something before science can be put to use. Sometimes, the science we produce is simply irrelevant to what society values. In some cases, more science can make problems even...

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  • “Common” Maine Birds… Crazy Facts

    Carrabassett Valley Public Library 3209 Carrabassett Drive, Carrabassett Valley, ME, United States

    Tim presents a collection of fascinating facts about “common” Maine birds, highlighting their unique behaviors, adaptations, and abilities. From the incredible migration of our local Blackpoll Warblers to the facial recognition skills of the American Crow, each bird is showcased with intriguing, sometimes amusing details. The talk also touches on the impact of human activities...

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