Today, the depth and breadth of the natural sciences and mathematics make it very difficult for the layperson or scientist to stay abreast of recent developments in all fields. Specialized nomenclature and terminology coupled with the highly abstract format in which many results are presented professionally often obscure discoveries of fundamental interest and importance to society and to scientists in other disciplines. Furthermore,
the rapid rate at which discoveries are made and with which they can shape public policy (and the directions of scientific research) make it imperative that fundamental results by dispersed in a clear, efficient, and timely manner. In general, this is not the case. We have, at the University of San Diego, a tremendous resource in our professors to explain - to the community, to our students, and to each other - the recent developments in the natural sciences and mathematics.
