

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Bias of Science: A Conversation (Hybrid)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for a hybrid presentation and panel discussion about the history of bias in science, from the usage of "science" to justify bias during the eugenics movement, to the ongoing struggle to prevent bias in the medical field from affecting patient treatment. This program is held in conjunction with the Smithsonian exhibition, The Bias Inside Us, now on display at the Chester County History Center (CCHC.) This presentation will be held in-person at the History Center, with light refreshments and the opportunity to tour the exhibit before the event begins (doors open at 5pm for self-guided exploration of the exhibit and refreshments). We will also have a virtual attendance option. Please choose your preference at check-out.

This program will start feature a 30-minute presentation by Dr. Brent Ruswick. Trained as a historian of medicine and science (Ph.D. University of Wisconsin, 2006), Dr. Ruswick is the author of one book, "Almost Worthy: The Poor, Paupers, and the Science of Charity in America," the editor and a contributor to a just-released anthology, "The Cultural History of Poverty in the Age of Empire," co-author of a digital textbook in American history, and several historical and pedagogical articles.

The program continues with Dr. Tiffany Cooke. Dr. Cooke is the Director of Health Equity at Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, where she leads initiatives to advance equitable care, reduce disparities, and strengthen patient-centered practices. A pediatrician with 15 years of clinical experience and more than seven years in process and quality improvement, she specializes in systems-level change, community engagement, and culturally responsive care. Dr. Cooke also holds an MBA, a Master of Urban Bioethics, and certification as a breastfeeding counselor.

Following these presentations, the presenters and audience will be guided in a discussion by Diana Gonzalez, Racial Equity &amp; Equitable Engagement Lead at Strategy Arts. Diana is a professional advocate committed to bringing her passion for community and healing to the communities she serves.

Admission is Pay as You Wish! Your donation is greatly appreciated. All proceeds benefit the development of future programming and the preservation of the History Center and its collections. The History Center is home to over 750,000 manuscripts, 100,000 photographs, and 70,000 artifacts. Your donation helps us to preserve and share those resources.

For those attending virtually: please select "Virtual Attendee" and double check that the email you enter is correct. We will email out a Zoom link the day of the presentation.

The Bias Inside Us is a community engagement project and exhibition on the science of bias. The exhibition is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service. Major support is provided by the Otto Bremmer Trust.

To Reserve Your Spot: https://buytickets.at/chestercountyhistorycenter/1978665
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- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 13

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://buytickets.at/chestercountyhistorycenter/1978665?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=west+chester-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: West Chester
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 225 N High St, West Chester, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19380
- **lat**: 39.96217
- **long**: -75.60607
- **full address**: 225 N High St, West Chester, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19380

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- **organizer**: Chester County History Center (https://allevents.in/org/chester-county-history-center/25939672)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 225 N High St, West Chester, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19380
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Chester County History Center
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** nonprofit, exhibitions, health-wellness, art, literary-art, charities, business, it
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The Bias of Science: A Conversation (Hybrid) ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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