Title: Communicating Science to the Public (Workshop) Abstract: Gain hands-on practice in explaining your research without using jargon. You’ll learn how to craft an elevator pitch to help you get the attention of people outside your field — including potential supporters of your work.

Title: Shape-shifting mechanics for adaptive cities Abstract: Rapid urbanization is intertwined with urgent, climate change related threats to human well-being and environmental health. Meanwhile, much of our built environment relies on static structures, which require substantial energy input for cooling and other interventions -- resources often unavailable to much of the global population. Addressing these challenges requires sustainable designs,…