Have an event that will fit well on our calendar?
- This event has passed.
Plastics: Challenges and Potential [In-Person]
December 6, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Synthetic plastics—once heralded as the materials of the future—are now recognized as a growing environmental threat. But when did our wonder and excitement about plastic products transform into anxiety and doubt?
When Did Plastics Become a Problem?
Join us for a lively panel conversation exploring this question. Expert speakers will examine plastics history and share perspectives ranging from local to global—and share inspiring contemporary case studies that approach the promise and perils of plastics in new and innovative ways. From plastics circularity in healthcare to changing modes of recycling, to global plastics industry collaborations and beyond, this dynamic and interactive event will give you new perspectives on the shifting world of plastics—and the future of your everyday environment.
The Science History Institute is pleased to present this event in collaboration with the T. T. Chao Symposium on Innovation and the Organization of American States.
Panelists
- Jeremy A. Greene, Center for Medical Humanities and Social Medicine, Johns Hopkins University
- David J. Parillo, Dow
- Maurice M. Sampson II, Clean Water Action
- Mona Webber, University of the West Indies
About the T. T. Chao Symposium on Innovation
The T. T. Chao Symposium on Innovation explores, celebrates, and encourages innovation and sustainability in the chemical sciences. It brings together established and emerging leaders in the technical, entrepreneurial, healthcare, and policy arenas to share innovative ideas that impact our world. This annual symposium is made possible by a gift from the Ting Tsung and Wei Fong Chao Foundation in Houston, Texas.
About the Series
The Science and Society speaker series explores the history of science embedded in our everyday lives. We invite scientists, historians, policy makers, and educators for engaging, in-depth conversations that expand our perspectives. Program formats include lectures, interviews, roundtables, and book launches. Science and Society events are curated for an adult audience, fostering curiosity, conversation, and interactivity. Each evening concludes with a free reception with the speakers.