Science on Tap

Related Organization: Casual Animal Brewing Company

In partnership with UMKC, Science on Tap is an ongoing series (Every 3rd Thursday) that allows attendees to learn something new. Life is one big classroom, and so is our taproom! Enjoy a 45-minute lecture with Q&A and social networking with science researchers and professionals. View upcoming topics and speakers below. Grab a pint, and unlock the discovery of new scientific topics. 

Upcoming Dates and Topics:

March 20: The Science of Getting Tipsy
Presenter: Elizabeth Neilson, PhD UMKC

A special discussion on how alcohol affects behavior and current research on reducing consequences of alcohol use.
The discussion will focus on the research examining how alcohol influences our behavior, particularly our willingness to engage in risky behaviors when we typically would not. The discussion will also focus on the research-supported interventions that help folks change their drinking behaviors so they experience the “positive” aspects of drinking while minimizing the negative.

April 17: Volcanic Explosions
This discussion will cover some of the basics on how volcanoes work, why they are where they are, and how beer and volcanoes are alike. Speaker Alison Graettinger will then expand on some experiments that use molten lava to help us understand our planet and improve our volcano safety plans. There will be time to discuss whatever volcano current events are happening and where to get your own live volcano updates. 

May 15: Brewing Inclusivity: Sharing Insights from the 2025 KC LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment
Researcher, Karin Chang, from the Urban Education Research Center will present findings from the most recent LGBTQ+ needs assessment, an 11-month study to identify the current needs, strengths, and resources of the LGBTQ+ community in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Attendees will learn about the most pressing needs and community-driven strategies to address these needs (giveaways for folks who attend!)