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DISTILLATIONS MAGAZINE

Holy Smoke

The monks, nuns, and friars at the forefront of alchemy in early modern Europe.

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EXHIBITION OPENING

A Marvelous Night of Minerals: An ‘Earthly Matters’ Opening Celebration

Join us for a ribbon cutting, curator’s talk, light refreshments, and more!

Wednesday, October 8 | 5pm–8pm

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DISTILLATIONS PODCAST

IVF: An Interview with Robin Marantz

The early days of in vitro fertilization caused some of the same fears as genetic engineering.

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SCIENCE AND SOCIETY

Science & Football: How Gatorade Fueled the Dawn of Sports Medicine

Join Phoebe Cade Miles, daughter of Gatorade inventor James Robert Cade, for an intriguing talk about the launch of a drink that changed the world of sports.

Wednesday, September 17 | 6pm–8pm

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Through research, storytelling, public programming, and educational outreach, we reveal how science is embedded in our daily lives.

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