What is the Role of Science in Society Today?
Location
Ecc 216 - Auditorium
Start Date
3-28-2017 1:30 PM
End Date
3-28-2017 1:40 PM
Description
Abstract:
This session collects researchers and city stakeholders who have been involved in joint water research activities to showcase successful university-city collaborations. We ask: what are the societal benefits of scientific inquiry and what does data-driven policy look like? Introduction title: What is the role of science in society today?
What is the Role of Science in Society Today?
Ecc 216 - Auditorium
Abstract:
This session collects researchers and city stakeholders who have been involved in joint water research activities to showcase successful university-city collaborations. We ask: what are the societal benefits of scientific inquiry and what does data-driven policy look like? Introduction title: What is the role of science in society today?
Comments
Melissa Haeffner - iUtah - USU
Bio: Melissa Haeffner (Ph.D., Colorado State University) is a National Science Foundation Post-doctoral research scientist with iUTAH (iUTAH innovative Urban Transitions and Aridregion Hydro-sustainability) at Utah State University. Her research focuses on bridging the social and natural sciences to advance scholarship in urban water sustainability and water justice.