May 28 - June 1, 2008

New York City

Citation from World Science Festival website:

The WORLD SCIENCE FESTIVAL is a unique opportunity to see the world from startling new perspectives. This unprecedented event will shine a brilliant spotlight on the cutting-edge science that is explaining our universe and shaping the future.

Once a year, the world's leading scientists will gather with prominent thinkers and renowned artists to share their work in an exciting program of lectures, debates, performances, discussions and screenings that address the most critical and fascinating questions of our time.

With programs to suit a wide audience - from kids to adults, the curious to the scientifically savvy - this groundbreaking event is a spirited exploration of scientific thought told through the dramatic stories of scientists in search of deep understanding.Presented at venues across the city from May 28 to June 1, 2008, THE WORLD SCIENCE FESTIVAL will transform New York City into a grand stage where science is the headliner.

Watch Brian Greene and Alan Alda discuss plans for the 2008 World Science Festival and the need for public engagement with science on Charlie Rose.

For more information about the World Science Festival please visit their website.