Understanding: STEM Perspectives
These presentations explore the nature and effects of COVID-19 through the STEM disciplines.
Mathematics
- How do we present and interpret data visualizations in a way that is productive and engages people in evidence-based discussion? with Ms. Jessica Kaminsky
- How can we model the number of COVID-19 cases mathematically and make future predictions? with Mr. Obada AlSaqqa
Science
- How can we create a contactless payment to limit the transmission of the virus? with Mr. Alexander Funnell
- Are viruses living or non-living? with Ms. Janis Ripoll Garriga
- Why is hand washing so effective against COVID-19? with Ms. Janis Ripoll Garriga
- Why do some young healthy people suffer more acutely from serious side-effects of coronavirus? with Ms. Lina Shaheen
- How do we smell and how do we taste? with Mr. Ryan Taylor
- Why can’t we go back to ‘normal’ without a vaccine? with Mr. Ryan Taylor
Sustainability
- What future do I envision for my community and what role do I see myself playing in this future? with Ms. Dana Al-Khundakji
Program
Day 1: Tuesday, April 21
09:45 - 10:45
Opening Plenary: What Is COVID-19?
11:30 - 12:30
Understanding: STEM Perspectives
13:30-14:00
Stories of Survival
14:00 - 15:00
Understanding: Arts and Humanities Perspectives
Day 2: Wednesday, April 22
09:30 - 10:30
Overview and Plenary Session
10:30 - 11:15
Synthesis and Application: Guests
11:45 - 12:30
Synthesis and Application: King’s Academy Faculty
13:30 - 14:15
Closing Plenary
14:15-15:00
Closing Notes and Charge