The science behind sports-related concussions will be discussed at “Science on Tap” April 16at the Moose Lodge.
“Science on Tap” is a presentation series by Idaho’s IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence program and the National Institute of Health that promotes public education about biomedical research.
“What is being discussed is research that impacts human health — how it impacts you, the economy, and daily life,” said INBRE Statewide Program Manager Leslie Thompson.
Thompson said what really stands out about the program is that it takes place in relaxed environments where the audience may not know a lot about science.
“Somebody who is out having a cocktail, can say, ‘Wow, I somehow ended in the middle of this talk and I learned something valuable,”‘ Thompson said.
Success in similar programs across the country at pubs and cafés triggered the “Science on Tap” series in North Idaho, Thompson said.
“If we continue to do things on campus then we generally get the science students showing up,” Thompson said. “But who should also come out is your average Moscow or Pullman citizen who wants to learn a little about science and have fun while doing it.”
Kasee Hildenbrand, an associate professor at Washington State University and an expert on concussions, will lead the 6 p.m. presentation.
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