Event
Why Does Science Matter?
Jan 29, 2026
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San Diego, CA
with the San Diego Natural History Museum
The American Academy’s San Diego Committee partnered with the San Diego Natural History Museum for a lively discussion with leading scientists and thinkers who are shaping how we understand our world.
Panelists explored answers to the question "Why does science matter?" that touched on how science matters in our daily lives and in the future.
Featuring
Speaker
Rommie Amaro
Professor and Endowed Chair, Chemistry and Biochemistry
University of California, San Diego
Moderator
Peter Cowhey
Dean Emeritus and Qualcomm Chair Emeritus
UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy
Speaker
J. Craig Venter
Founder, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer
J. Craig Venter Institute
Academy Member