Leonardo Art Science Evening Rendezvous (LASER) at The Hub

Schedule

Wed Jan 21 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

The Hub at Stanford Research Park | Palo Alto, CA

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An evening of art, science, and conversation
About this Event

Join us at The Hub at Stanford Research Park for a special two-part LASER event hosted by Piero Scaruffi, bringing together artists, scientists, and the SRP community for an afternoon and evening of cross-disciplinary insight and conversation.

This unique edition includes both an online lunchtime session and an in-person gathering at The Hub.


Online LASER – 12 PM California Time
Featuring thought-provoking talks from East Coast speakers:

  • Ethan Siegel (Astrophysicist) on “The Fundamental Constants Behind Our Universe”
  • Luciano Chessa (Composer) on “Cena Oltranzista nel Castelletto al Lago – A Career Retrospective”


In-Person LASER at Stanford Research Park

  • Amy Franceschini (Futurefarmers) on “Excursions through Domains of Familiarity and Surprise”
  • Michael Frank (Stanford / Psychology) on “Bridging the Data Gap between Babies and Large Language Models”
  • Mark Pauline (Survival Research Labs) on TBA


Stay for lively discussions, informal networking, and the chance to mingle with speakers and fellow attendees.


The Leonardo Art and Science Evening Rendezvous (LASER) is an international event program that brings artists and scientists together for concise presentations and vibrant public dialogue.


Attendance is open to all. Please register to help us plan seating and refreshments.


Bicycle parking is available at the front of the building; motor vehicle parking is available at 3165 Porter Drive. services are also available.


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Notice of Photography and Filming


Photographs and video may be taken for Stanford Research Park publications including our website, newsletters, and social media accounts. By attending, you are giving your consent for Stanford University to use your image. If you would prefer not to have your photos used in this way, please let us know.

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The Hub at Stanford Research Park, 3215 Porter Drive, Palo Alto, United States

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