Scientists in Open Space

[Justin T. Sampson]

Check out "Science Foo Camp":

http://www.nature.com/natureconferences/scifoo/index.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Science_Foo_Camp

It's a "Foo Camp" rather than Open Space, which I'm sure some here will
complain about, but at least it's not a traditional academic conference. I'm
not involved in it at all (neither organizer nor attendee), though it's
hosted at my office complex.

Cheers,
Justin


On Thu, Aug 5, 2010 at 10:41 AM, Suzanne Daigle <sdaigle4 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi everyone!
>
>
> Over the past few months I have been working with a Sponsor connected with
> international scientists. She is passionate about inviting people to have
> new conversations around how we “do” science; how science is funded; the
> future of science and education; and the emerging trends leading into the
> next era of science. The goal is to experientially engage  a highly diverse
> group of participants (scientists, policy makers and change agents) in ways
> that  invite self-organization, collaboration and shared leadership – as
> opposed to how people interact in your typical conference.  Nationally and
> internationally, science faces many urgent challenges not unlike the system
> breakdowns that we see in so many areas. Certainly there is a sense that the
> basic ingredients for an Open Space are there not the least of which real
> issues of concerns, high levels of complexity, diverse groups, great
> urgency.  That said, the Sponsor feels a certain degree of trepidation about
> how independent-minded, self-directed scientists might respond to Open
> Space. Not a new question for any of us I know.
>
>
>
> It would be helpful if you could share any experiences you’ve had working
> with Scientists, globally or nationally.
>
> Which sectors?  Themes? Context?  Hurdles? How did it go overall?
>
>
>
> Any and all insights appreciated. Will send you buckets of smiles and
> sunshine from Florida in return.
>
>
>
> Suzanne
>
>
> --
> Suzanne Daigle
> NuFocus Strategic Group
> 7159 Victoria Circle
> University Park, FL 34201
> FL 941-359-8877;
> CT 203-722-2009
> www.nufocusgroup.com
> s.daigle at nufocusgroup.com
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