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New for TV: Hot Science!

$37,660
50%
Raised toward our $75,000 Goal
171 Donors
Project has ended
Project ended on October 23, at 09:00 AM CDT
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Hot Science: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientific Leaders!

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We are bringing to life a compelling new TV series that makes science fun and relevant for everyone! Hot Science tells heroic stories through the point of view of diverse researchers. It also vibrantly illustrates scientific principles while capturing the sheer wonder of both nature and technology. Our goal is to combat global crises and build a strong 21st-century workforce by inspiring a generation of young people to pursue science.

Season One of the show features 10.5 hours of content, distributed on national PBS stations, YouTube, Hot Science's website and numerous social media channels. 

Hot Science originates from Hot Science - Cool Talks (HSCT), an event series that takes place six times a year at the University of Texas. Running since 1999, HSCT draws hundreds of participants for a lecture plus interactive activities that highlight Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). The TV show, Hot Science, captures this long-running program's enthusiasm for STEM and will deliver it to a wider audience.    

Hot Science is a collaboration between UT’s Environmental Science Institute and the Moody College of Communication.

To make a gift by check, please make the check out to UT Austin and add to the memo line "Hot Science HornRaiser." Mail the check to P.O. Box 7458, Austin, TX 78713-7458.

Dr. Jeannette Epps talks with student at Hot Science - Cool Talks event.
Astronaut Jeanette Epps talks with a student at a Hot Science - Cool Talks event.

Support Hot Science TODAY. Any contribution helps! Please click on the funding levels and contribute what you can.

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From sustainability to extreme weather events, Hot Science features compelling stories.

For more substantial corporate sponsorship opportunities, such as Title Sponsorship, please contact Sarah Williams at swilliams@austin.utexas.edu.

Hot Science depicts the sciences as a noble and heroic pursuit.
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$25

Fan

Acknowledgment on HornRaiser donor page.

$100

Friend

Acknowledgment on Hot Science - Cool Talks Donor Wall on ESI Website

$250

Supporter

Acknowledgment on Hot Science - Cool Talks Donor Wall on ESI Website; Gain VIP access to future Hot Science - Cool Talks Events.

$1,000

Colleague

Acknowledgment on Hot Science - Cool Talks Donor Wall on ESI website; Gain VIP access to future Hot Science - Cool Talks Events; Special thank you at Hot Science - Cool Talks Events.

$10,000

Benefactor

Acknowledgment on Hot Science - Cool Talks Donor Wall on ESI website; Gain VIP access to future Hot Science - Cool Talks Events; Special thank you at Hot Science - Cool Talks Events; Thank you post on ESI's social media accounts, including one custom post featuring either a special thank you or message about why you support science.

$25,000

Philanthropist

Acknowledgment on Hot Science - Cool Talks Donor Wall on ESI website; Gain VIP access to future Hot Science - Cool Talks Events; Special thank you at Hot Science - Cool Talks Events; Custom post from each of ESI's social media accounts, featuring either a special thank you or message about why you support science.

$50,000

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Supporters at this level and beyond will receive customized acknowledgments, to be agreed upon by both the supporter and Hot Science.

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