Join us for a week of events highlighting the exciting innovation emerging from UC San Diego. Innovation Day Expo and Symposia (IDEaS) will feature a dynamic series of talks, live demonstrations, hands-on exhibits and the opportunity to engage and network with the innovators themselves.
Symposia: Feb. 22–24
Join the stimulating discussion series featuring Nobel laureates, noted alumni explorer Maurizio Seracini, a panel of respected medical experts and cultural innovators working to ensure social justice.
Tuesday
Beyond Identity Politics: UC San Diego’s Innovative Approach to Diversity and Social Justice details/register
A Future for the Past: Using Science to Safeguard Our Cultural Heritage details/register
Meet face-to-face with some of the world's most prominent leaders, scientists and researchers.
Listen to keynote speaker UC San Diego alumnus Kip Fulbeck, ’88, M.F.A. ’92, the world’s premier artist exploring multiracial identity. Using his own multiracial background as a springboard, Fulbeck inspires audiences to honestly consider “Who am I?” Then explore live demonstrations, hands-on exhibits and opportunities to network with today’s leading innovators.
RIMAC Arena
Free food and snacks
3 p.m.—Keynote address: “Who Are You? The Changing Face of America”
4-7 p.m.—Expo
UC San Diego trains innovators in education, fostering the next generation of leaders in the classroom. University faculty, staff, alumni and students are leveraging their talents and experiences to make educational change for a better California.
Luz Chung, ’91, M.A., ’96, Ed.D., ’06 Professor, UC San Diego Education Studies
Kelly Kovacic, ’00 California Teacher of the Year, Chair of Social Studies Department at Preuss School
Miriam Million Preuss School Senior and Class President
Price Center West Ballroom
Free lunch provided to attendees.
RSVP required. Register here.
Wednesday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m.
A Half Century of Innovation and Intellect: Transforming Ideas into Nobel Breakthroughs
Hear from a distinguished panel of Nobel laureates about their unexpected paths to discovery and innovation—breakthroughs that have had a positive impact around the globe.
Moderator: Richard Attiyeh, Ph.D., professor emeritus of economics, vice chancellor for research and dean of graduate studies emeritus
Robert F. Engle, Ph.D. link 2003 Nobel Laureate in Economics
Harry Markowitz, Ph.D. link 1990 Nobel Laureate in Economics
Mario J. Molina, Ph.D. link 1995 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry
Roger Y. Tsien, Ph.D. link 2008 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry
Price Center West Ballroom
RSVP required. Register here.
Thursday, Feb. 24, Noon
Diversity Is Our Future: UC San Diego in the Next 50 Years
As we forge ahead into the next half century, a diverse campus community is essential for UC San Diego to keep at the forefront of innovation and find solutions to challenges facing the world. Learn about the university’s programs and approaches to ensure a more diverse campus community for a thriving tomorrow.
Moderator: Gabriele Wienhausen, Ph.D., associate dean for education in the Division of Biological Sciences link
Ken Hall Diversity Officer, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Chris Yanov,’99 Founder and Executive Director, Reality Changerslink
Sandra Clement Postdoc in the Division of Biological Sciences
Price Center West Ballroom
Free lunch provided to attendees.
RSVP required. Register here.
Thursday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m.
Creating a Healthier Future: Innovations to Defeat Disease
Hear about breakthroughs from UC San Diego Health Sciences innovators whose discoveries are shaping the future of health care.
Moderator: Gary Firestein, M.D., professor of medicine and dean of translational medicine link
David A. Cheresh, Ph.D. link Leading researcher in tumor metastasis
Mark H. Tuszynski, M.D., Ph.D. ’91 link Preeminent researcher in neurology and neural repair
Mark A. Talamini, M.D., F.A.C.S. link Pioneer in minimally invasive and robotic surgery
Price Center West Ballroom
RSVP required. Register here.
Past Events
Tuesday, Feb. 22, Noon
Beyond Identity Politics: UC San Diego’s Innovative Approach to Diversity and Social Justice
UC San Diego’s Campus Community Centers have forged an innovative partnership that has become a national model to enhance diversity, community building and social justice in higher education.
Price Center West Ballroom
Free lunch provided to attendees.
RSVP required. Register here.
Tuesday, Feb. 22, 7 p.m.
A Future for the Past: Using Science to Safeguard Our Cultural Heritage
Uncover mysteries surrounding the works of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Botticelli and more with UC San Diego’s alumni explorers. Hear about the fascinating intersection of art and science innovation at UC San Diego’s California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology (Calit2).
Maurizio Seracini, ’73 link National Geographic fellow and “art detective”
Price Center West Ballroom
RSVP required. Register here.
Parking
Take Interstate 5
Exit Genesee Avenue, head east
Turn right on Campus Point Drive
Turn left on Voigt Drive
Park in lot P705 and purchase a permit from the pay station (parking is $1.00 for 45 minutes)
Board shuttle to Price Center or RIMAC Arena
Please allow an additional 15 minutes for shuttle service.
Questions?
Contact UC San Diego Special Events and Protocol at (858) 534-6386 or ideas@ucsd.edu.
