Let’s look at the stars and forget the rainy days ! Join us at La Plage Digitale on october 11th for an evening of D&D : discussions and discoveries !
On Friday, October 11th at 6:00PM sharp (18:00), the techy ambiance of La Plage Digitale will transform into a haven for nerds and knowledge seekers alike.
What to Expect? Expect three captivating presentations in English, each lasting about 20 minutes, followed by questions. Our passionate speakers will share their expertise and insights about various topics:
18:00 Cosmology and the formation of galaxies – A talk by Clément Stahl, PhD in Theoretical Cosmology
In this talk, we will discuss state of the art cosmological models along with their observational evidences. We will also discuss some of their philosophical implications related to the scientific method.
18:45 The biology of coronaviruses – A talk by Aishwarya Juneja, PhD student in Molecular and Cellular Biology
This talk will cover everything, starting from the origins and evolution of the coronaviruses to the intricate molecular mechanisms underlying the host-virus interactions. The goal is to unravel the structural biology of these viruses, highlighting the roles of key components and explaining how they hijack host cells to replicate and spread. Come and discuss, over snacks and beers, what truly makes a virus pandemic-worthy!
19:30 If Every Job Paid the Same, What Career Would You Choose? – A talk by Sanat Sogani, PhD sutdent in Political Theory
Work isn’t just about the paycheck – for many it’s also a source of meaning. Imagine a world where every career, from artist to engineer, from teacher to mechanic, offered the exact same wage. What kind of work would you choose? And what does this reveal about what we truly value in a job? In this presentation, we’ll dive into the political and philosophical debates around what makes work meaningful and how society should fairly distribute both wages and the opportunity for fulfilling careers. We will step into the shoes of a well-intentioned manager or a policy maker, tackling tough questions about fairness and justice. We will discuss these controversial questions as analytical philosophers tend to do – blending intuitions with rigorous reasoning!
Embrace your inner nerd and be part of a community that celebrates knowledge, curiosity, and the thrill of discovery !
Venue : La Plage Digitale – 13 Rue Jacques Peirotes, 67000 Strasbourg
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If you’re missing the sun, come at Nerd Nite on Friday 27th ! ☀️
What to Expect? Expect fun and captivating presentations in English, each lasting about 20 minutes, followed by questions. Our passionate speakers will share their expertise and insights about various topic while you have a drink (or two).
Lineup :
19:00 – Doors open
19:30 : Quizz : Quirks of research and science
20:15 : Towards more beautiful and organic solar cells – by Olivier Bardagot, CNRS researcher in Polymer Engineering at ICPEES (CNRS-University of Strasbourg).
Come to this talk to learn about the use of solar cells in the world, how electrical current is generated from the Sun, and get an introduction to a new, greener, and colorful technology of solar cells: the organic solar cells based on carbon-based materials.
21:00 : Kaiserpalast : A slice of Strasbourg’s history – by Laetitia Zaleski. Get an introduction to the fascinating history of Strasbourg, through this (in)famous monument that crowns the Neustadt.
Place : Le Shadok – 25 presqu’ile André Malraux, Rue du Bass. d’Austerlitz, 67100 Strasbourg
In May we expand our horizon and offer an extra special evening ! So mark your calendars for Saturday May 18th !
As usual three passionate speakers will share their knowledge through fun and instructive talks :
Searching for Absolutes in an impermanent world
– A talk by Pooja Sharma post doctoral researcher in Astrophysics and amateur philosopher
Breaking Barriers: Quadball or the Inclusion Revolution in Sport
– A talk by David, Former president of the French Quadball (Quiddich) association
An immersion in a sport at the crossroads of social and sporting change.
Flower power : why think of plants in video games ?
– A talk by Eléa Héberlé, Dr. in molecular biology and plant educator on Plantoscope, PodcastScience and Echoscience Grand Est
What’s the connection between Stardew Valley, Minecraft, The Witcher or Red Dead Redemption?
They’re all very different games, but at the heart of them are plants: from biomes and lore to game mechanics, the plant world is a huge source of inspiration for game developers.
As such, is there a way to use them beyond that to raise interest and awareness of the natural world?
Find out more about Eléa’s work here : https://leplantoscope.fr/
Then it’s Quizz Time, get ready to compete !
The evening will end with a live “Choose Your Own Adventure” Concert.
Get ready to rock out in our live concert experience like no other! Choose your own musical adventure as Michael from “Extra Lives” takes you on a journey through genres inspired by Old School video games. The power is in your hands to shape the night’s soundtrack! 
The concert will be in english with French subtitles so no excuses !
More info on the band here : https://www.youtube.com/extralivesmusic and here : http://extralives.band
Doors open : 17:30 / First talk : 18:00 / End of the event : approx. 23:00
Free event, no tickets required
Come share a drink at Le Shadok for Strasbourg’s fourth Nerd Nite ! You’ll learn all about fake news in research, why bats can live 40 years and you’ll get a layman’s introduction to statistical physics!
Expect three exciting presentations in English, each lasting around 20 minutes, followed by a discussion. You can learn about different topics while sipping a beer or Schorle 
.
Our passionate speakers will share their expertise and insights on a variety of topics:
🧲More is different
-A talk by Rajat, physicist turned neuroscientist (PhD student in Computational Neuroscience, MSc in Theoretical Physics)
This talk will give a layman’s introduction to statistical physics, which studies the behavior of a large number of interacting units/particles. The talk will also explain how statistical physics can be applied to understand problems in other scientific disciplines.
🔬Fake news in biomedical research: how, why and the clues to identify them
A talk by Isabelle Durand-Zaleski – Professor of Medicine and Doctor of Economics
The COVID 19 pandemic and the discussions about treatments and vaccine showed that everyone was interested in using the results of biomedical research but that differences in the understanding of the methods and the interpretation of data almost led to civil war in France. The talk will give some insights on what is biomedical research, why are the rules very stringent and how do you finally make a decision on whether a drug is safe and effective, or not.
For more insight, watch the video ‘why you should’nt believe what you read in medical journals’, Fiona Godlee : http://www.lstmed.ac.uk/…/why-you-shouldnt-believe-what…
🐔Why do we age? (and why chicken do live 20 years)
– A talk by Adrián Moreno Borrallo, PhD Student in Ecophysiology, Ethology and Evolution
The talk will give some insights into the reasons of aging as a phenomenon in life beings, with a short introduction on the mechanisms producing it, but mainly centered into the different theories that try to explain why it evolved, including some ideas about how and why different organisms age differently (e.g. why birds double mammals’ lifespan? How bats can live 40 years, or naked mole-rats more than 10 times longer than similarly sized house mouse (30 vs 3 years?)).
Venue : Le Shadok – 25 presqu’ile André Malraux, Rue du Bass. d’Austerlitz, 67100 Strasbourg
Doors open : 18:30 / First talk : 19:00 / End of event : approx 22:00
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Come share a drink at Le Shadok for Strasbourg’s third Nerd Nite ! You’ll learn all about the aging of cells, how to optimise all kind of areas of your life and you’ll decipher the secrets of the zodiac signs !
On Thrusday, March 14th at 6:30 PM (18:30), the techy ambiance of Le Shadok will transform into a haven for nerds and knowledge seekers alike.
What to Expect? Expect three captivating presentations in English, each lasting about 20 minutes, followed by questions. Our passionate speakers will share their expertise and insights about various topics:
While we age, what do our cells do ?
Feeling old(er) ? Let Matej Durik (researcher in molecular biology at IGBMC) explain what happends to our cells while we get grey hair.
Astraios anaktora – A story On Humans And Stars
Riding “the magic school bus” to Unravel Zodiac Signs’ Mysteries.
Optimization : from properly robing a jewellery store to fighting climate change
Find out how maths and computer science can help in every areas of your life with Laetitia Zaleski (IT policy officer & PhD in computer science from Sorbonne University).
Embrace your inner nerd and be part of a community that celebrates knowledge, curiosity, and the thrill of discovery !
Venue : Le Shadok – 25 presqu’ile André Malraux, Rue du Bass. d’Austerlitz, 67100 Strasbourg
Doors open : 18:30
First talk : 19:00
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Brave the cold and come to Le Shadok for Strasbourg’s second Nerd Nite ! You’ll decipher the intricacies of DNA, glimpse into the future of young adult saga, and get valuable insight on how not to get scammed !
On Thrusday, February 8th at 6:30 PM (18:30), the techy ambiance of Le Shadok will transform into a haven for nerds and knowledge seekers alike.
What to Expect? Expect three captivating presentations in English, each lasting about 20 minutes, followed by questions. Our passionate speakers will share their expertise and insights about various topics:
🧬 The origami of our chromosomes
Unfold the mysteries of DNA with Tom Sexton – researcher in molecular biology at IGBMC (Institut de génétique et de biologie moléculaire et cellulaire)
📖 What Future for young adult sagas and TV series ?
Glimpse into the future of young adult saga with Julia Briron, writer of Aube Astrale – Le Pouvoir de l’Incandescence
⚠️You’ve just been pwned !
Learn about phishing with Mélanie Barillère, database specialist and technology enthusiast.
Embrace your inner nerd and be part of a community that celebrates knowledge, curiosity, and the thrill of discovery !
Venue : Le Shadok – 25 presqu’ile André Malraux, Rue du Bass. d’Austerlitz, 67100 Strasbourg
Doors open : 18:30
First talk : 19:00
Free tickets available here
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Exciting News, Strasbourg! Get ready to embark on a captivating journey into the realms of science, technology, and curiosity at Nerd Nite Strasbourg. On Tuesday, December 5th at 7 PM, the cozy ambiance of Le Croque Bedaine Esplanade bar will transform into a haven for nerds and knowledge seekers alike.
What to Expect? Expect three captivating presentations in english, each lasting about 20 minutes, followed by questions. Our passionate speakers will share their expertise and insights about various topics:
♾️ Real facts about autism
If everything you know about autism comes from the Big Bang theory, IT crowd or Rain man, it’s time to debunk most the common clichés about autistic people!
🤖 Shallow dive into deep Learning
Can machines learn like humans do ? Let’s take a close look at artificial intelligence and the way computers understand the world.
🦎Geckos are magic !
A scholarly attempt to explain why my search history is filled with pictures of feet
Mark your calendar for December 5th and join us at Le Petit Tigre
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Embrace your inner nerd and be part of a community that celebrates knowledge, curiosity, and the thrill of discovery.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Nerd Nite Strasbourg !
Welcome to Nerd Nite Strasbourg!
Dear people of Alsace and beyond, get ready to embark on an exciting journey through the realms of technology, linguistics, zoology and all things nerdy! Nerd Nite is all about celebrating the curious, the creative, and the intellectually adventurous in our community… while downing a pint (or two).
At Nerd Nite Strasbourg, we bring together experts, enthusiasts, and everyone in between for engaging and enlightening talks on a wide range of topics. Whether it’s unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos, diving deep into philosophical questions, or exploring the quirkiest corners of pop culture, we’ve got it covered!
Stay tuned because our inaugural Nerd Nite Strasbourg event is coming soon! It’s your chance to meet like-minded individuals, soak up fascinating knowledge, and, most importantly, have a blast while doing it.
Keep an eye on this website for updates, and get ready to fuel your curiosity. We can’t wait to embark on this nerdy adventure with you!
Wanna be a speaker ? Contact us !