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Evolution and the Cosmos

2009

Our understanding of mankind and the universe has been shaped by 2 men whose lives are commemorated in 2009 - Darwin and Galileo. Two public lectures will examine the contribution of these giants of science and how their discoveries have affected humanity's understanding and appreciation of nature - and of itself. Further details

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Two Hundred Years of Evolution

6 May 2009
Celebrating Charles Darwin in 2009. This talk asks what are we to make of Darwin's public visibility, both past and present. Further details

The New World of Galileo

26 October 2009.
In 1609, Galileo first turned his telescope on the heavens, changing mankind's view of itself forever. Further details