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Development of Targeting Drugs
05/11/2014
Dr. Jeffrey Tyner

Dr. Jeffrey Tyner gives us a summary of efforts to apply gene-targeted therapies for cancer on an individualized basis. This touches on the basic biology of cancer as well as the technological revolution that is unfolding in the realm of DNA sequencing. Tyner is Assistant Professor in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology at OHSU. His research focuses on identifying cancer-causing genes and on patient-tailored, gene-targeted, therapies.

 

Beyond Standing Up To Discrimination Against Atheists
05/04/2014
Doug Matheson

Presentation by Doug Matheson. Until recently, “coming out of the atheist closet” was viewed as tough and optional.  Recently some humanists have spoken out against anti-atheist bias and discrimination. Our central focus is on getting beyond that. We consider our global circumstances, alongside the intrinsic risks of faith. We explore engaging our fellow citizens who remain in the communities of faith. Doug was brought up as a Christian. But an inquiring mind, and the conviction that there should be a match between what we believe and what the best evidence says, couldn’t let him stay there. He has published a book titled "Actually Thinking vs. Just Believing."

Reflect Peace Now
04/27/2014
Nicki Pistacchio

Nicki Pistacchio, the original grass root organizer of “ReflectPeaceNow.Org”, leads a discussion on the ways that marketing peace goes hand in hand with humanist beliefs. She outlines a variety of sustainable personal actions that promote peace. Ms. Pistacchio is a native Oregonian, having grown up on the coast. During her working life she was gatekeeper and clean-up person for presidents, CEO’s, and department managers. She was often responsible for marketing and outreach projects. Upon retirement, she became a volunteer working to continue marketing for peace.

Easter Breakfast Potluck
04/20/2014
Laurent Beauregard

This time the potluck was accompanied by a 15-minute slide show narrated by HGP member Laurent Beauregard. He compares Darwin’s scientific revolution with that of Newton. He discusses how these developments bear on religious belief. The show ends with an announcement -- the winner of the Charles Darwin look-alike contest -- Del Allen, our Program Chairman.

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