Silicon Valley Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics The group will start as a mashup or compendium of other events and groups in the area that relate to the above broad topic area. The meetups will spotlight groups and series which you can subscribe to individually. Suggestions for getting together before or after events to discuss the topic of the day are encouraged. Meetups might also include discussion of books or on-line lectures. SVSTEM is centered around Silicon Valley in the S …

This is a group to support individuals who have shed the doctrine they were most likely "brought up" in. As a former Christian, I do not have support from friends and family to pursue truth and have an honest discussion. We believe in the power of evidence, science and a healthy debate.

This is a group for people of different faiths or no faith at all who like to ask questions and enjoy courteous and vigorous discussion about life in a casual setting. Each meeting will take place at a local cafe, last one hour, and feature one question big enough to inspire wonder but practical enough to help us examine our lives. Our goal is to provide questions that help us examine views different from our own with civility and empathy. No background in philosophy is required to join.

This is a group intended as a weekly or monthly reading and discussion group about matters related to science and skepticism. I am behavioral scientist who teaches at the University of the Pacific and I am looking to form a social community of scientists and science lovers in the tri-valley.

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… This very special group of people usually possess the characteristics of open-mindedness, receptiveness, forward thinking attitude, passion, and some level of rationality. Concepts that shift one’s perspective are generally obscure and  contrary to ‘conventional wisdom’--and their ideology is diametrically opposed. Here are some examples of ‘conventional wisdom’ through the ages: ‘The Earth is the center of the Universe’ -- ‘The Earth if flat’ -- ‘All heavenly bodies are perfect spheres’ -- …

… Throw your ideas out there to the group, expect impassioned and critical debate. Ideas and well-grounded skeptical criticism first. Personalities, ego, and hubris second. Bring it on! A cuasal focus: 1) This group IS for scientists and those interested in physical causality – those interested in thinking like scientists.  2) This group IS NOT intended for those motivated by an interest in self help, metaphysics, personal transformation, transhumanism, spirituality, transcendence, life exten …