Omaha Science Café — Free Monthly Science Talks at The Slowdown

About This Opportunity

Once a month, a scientist from UNMC or Boys Town National Research Hospital walks into The Slowdown bar and explains their research in plain language to whoever shows up — for free. Past topics include the aging brain, how the brain heals itself after injury, the science of owls, vaccine development, why teenagers make the decisions they do, and how forensic fingerprint analysis actually works. Each talk runs about 30 minutes, followed by open Q&A from the audience and a pub quiz. No science background required, no preparation needed. Hosted by UNMC in partnership with Nebraska Science Festival. The 21+ venue means it's an adult crowd.

Who Can Apply

Open to all adults 21 and older (venue policy). No prior science knowledge or preparation required. Free to attend — purchase drinks at The Slowdown.