Nonscientists Welcome at UCI Brain Lecture

The UCI College of Medicine tonight is holding a free public symposium on brain research, addressing topics from human intelligence to Alzheimer’s disease.

A dozen researchers who use imaging technology to peer into the brain at work will each give talks of about 10 minutes. Aimed at a nonscientist audience, the lectures are part of national Brain Awareness Week.

A reception with the scientists, at which soft drinks will be served, follows the symposium. It is set for 7 to 9 p.m. at the Beckman Center for the National Academy of Science and Engineering. For more information, call (714) 824-4268.