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12/17/2024

2024 Year in Review

Caltech News

As 2024 draws to a close, we look back at some of the Caltech-led discoveries and innovations from throughout the past year.

10/03/2024

"Opening Doors" Highlights Science-Inspired Theatre, Dance, and Musical Performances

Julia Ehlert

As part of Getty’s PST ART initiative, Caltech’s "Opening Doors" performing arts series brings world-renowned actors, dancers, and musicians to campus

08/19/2024

Join a Community of Curiosity as the 2024-25 Watson Lecture Season Opens

Katie Neith

Now in its 102nd season, the Watson Lecture Series aims to foster a community of curiosity with a diverse lineup of speakers and engaging activities.

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02/06/2024

How Can AI Propel Exploration of the Cosmos, the Oceans, and the Earth?

Ann Motrunich

Hear from four researchers on the Caltech Science Exchange.

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01/22/2024

New Data, Same Great Appearance for M87*

Emily Velasco

An astronomy team that includes Caltech researchers has generated a new image of M87*, the first black hole imaged by humans. The reproducibility of M87*'s likeness with new data helps to validate the original work.

11/21/2023

Software in Science

Cynthia Eller

The Schmidt Academy at Caltech trains software engineers and helps provide scientists with the software tools they need to accelerate pathbreaking scientific research.

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09/26/2023

Announcing the 2023-24 Watson Lecture Season

Katie Neith

The 101st season of Caltech's Watson Lectures will feature new engagement activities in addition to the stimulating talks on research and innovation for which the series is known.