The Modesto Junior College Science Colloquium has been offering weekly science presentations for over 20 years to MJC and our community. We offer a variety of engaging and informative presentations and our audience incorporates students, employees, and members of our local community. All are encouraged to attend and admission is free. Please come out and join us, we hope to see you there!
Wednesdays from 3:15pm - 4:15pm
West Campus, Science Community Center, Rm. 115
Event and Parking are Free
We will provide an overview of the role respiratory therapists play in healthcare, from managing respiratory conditions to supporting patients during critical care. We will demystify what a respiratory therapist is, clarifying the scope of their responsibilities and the impact they have on patient care. Attendees will learn about the education and training required to become a respiratory therapist, including obtaining a degree, license to practice, and hands-on clinical experience.
An overview of the types of positions available in food science, including their roles and responsibilities in daily life, will be discussed, with a particular emphasis on careers in dairy science, dairy processing, and applied food science. The educational requirements for each position will also be explored, providing insight into the pathways to these specialized fields and the skills needed to succeed in them.
This talk will explore the concept of Autism through the lens of neurodiversity, focusing on how society can better understand, support, and include individuals on the Autism spectrum. Topics will include common traits and experiences, challenges faced in various environments, and strategies for fostering acceptance and inclusion. By sharing insights, personal stories, and research, the session aims to raise awareness and promote a more empathetic and accessible world for everyone.
Discovered in a melting glacier in 1991, Otzii (aka “The Iceman”) is one of the most studied mummies in the world, from analyses of his stomach contents to the clothes he wore. Every year, a new method gives us more information about his life, and death. This presentation will share updates on Otzi, as we know him today.
Engineering is applied to many areas of medicine to create new technologies that improve patient outcomes. From lab-grown organ replacements to autonomous assistive robotics to better medical diagnostic tests, biomedical engineers create the technology we increasingly rely on to stay healthy.
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) play a pivotal role in tackling some of the most pressing challenges faced by communities around the world. In this presentation, we will delve into the ways NGOs contribute to addressing these global issues, highlighting how their initiatives and efforts foster sustainable change on an international scale.
Talks will be recorded for the Science Colloquium’s YouTube Site for later viewing.
*Science Colloquium Committee: Georget Oraha (chair), Richard Anderson, Timothy Brown, Daniel Chase, Jill Cross, Sarah Davis, Denise Godbout-Avant, Dave Martin, Deborah Martin Elizabteh McInnes, Elana Peach-Fine, Monika Schortner, Erin Thompson
