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Darwin and Philosophy - May 4th 2010
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The Darwin and Beyond Reading List.
Limited edition DaB Mugs now available.
Darwin and Beyond
at the BRLSI in 2009
at the BRLSI in 2009
"I am aware that the ideas of Charles Darwin are challenged in some quarters, and I’ve concentrated on clear presentations, from leading scientists, of the modern science to which these ideas have led."
David Cunliffe-Jones
BRLSI Science Programme Convenor
What’s On?
Click on a programme name (Science, Philosophy etc) in the menu bar above to see details of its events. Event details may change during the year - keep visiting the news page on this website for the latest information, or ring us on 01225 312084.
Where is it?
Click here for details of how to find us, event times and ticket prices.
What’s it all about?
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution (BRLSI) is running a year-long programme of lectures, exhibitions and other events in 2009 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin, and the 150th anniversary of the publication of On The Origin Of Species.
The series actually began at the end of 2008 with the Victor Suchar Christmas Lecture, when Prof Brian Charlesworth FRS (above) posed the question What Do We Now Know About The causes Of Evolution?. It ends with this year’s Suchar Lecture, on 11th Dec 2009, when world-famous geneticist Prof Steve Jones will ask another question - Is Evolution Over?
In between, as well as an extensive science programme, the Darwin and Beyond series also includes events from the BRLSI’s Philosophy, Botany, Visual Arts and Literature programmes. We also have three exhibitions running through the year, plus collaborations with Bath’s Geological and Natural History Societies -and on the lighter (yet still informative) side, Darwin’s Worms, a “splendid combination of accessible science and compelling drama” from Bent Architect Theatre.
It’s all being held in the (relaxed) splendour of the BRLSI’s Grade I listed home in the centre of Georgian Bath, a short distance from the Royal Crescent and Roman Baths (and a large car park). Admission costs £4 for most events (£2 for BRLSI members/students), with advance tickets available for some events at £6/£4 (click here for full details). See you there! •
Click on a programme name (Science, Philosophy etc) in the menu bar above to see details of its events. Event details may change during the year -
Where is it?
Click here for details of how to find us, event times and ticket prices.
What’s it all about?
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution (BRLSI) is running a year-
The series actually began at the end of 2008 with the Victor Suchar Christmas Lecture, when Prof Brian Charlesworth FRS (above) posed the question What Do We Now Know About The causes Of Evolution?. It ends with this year’s Suchar Lecture, on 11th Dec 2009, when world-In between, as well as an extensive science programme, the Darwin and Beyond series also includes events from the BRLSI’s Philosophy, Botany, Visual Arts and Literature programmes. We also have three exhibitions running through the year, plus collaborations with Bath’s Geological and Natural History Societies -
It’s all being held in the (relaxed) splendour of the BRLSI’s Grade I listed home in the centre of Georgian Bath, a short distance from the Royal Crescent and Roman Baths (and a large car park). Admission costs £4 for most events (£2 for BRLSI members/students), with advance tickets available for some events at £6/£4 (click here for full details). See you there! •
Darwin and Beyond Programme Manager:
Martin Sturge
Darwin and Beyond is part of Darwin 200, a nationwide collaboration of organisations across the UK celebrating Darwin’s bicentenary with an exciting series of activities. Details are available on
www.darwin200.org
Martin Sturge
Darwin and Beyond is part of Darwin 200, a nationwide collaboration of organisations across the UK celebrating Darwin’s bicentenary with an exciting series of activities. Details are available on
www.darwin200.org
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Still to Come in 2010
And there’s more!
Darwin and Beyond is just part of the BRLSI’s 2009 programme -
Darwin and Beyond is just part of the BRLSI’s 2009 programme -
Prof Chris Ponting speaking on The Hidden Treasures of Genomes - Adventures in DNA Archaeology on July 14th.
UPDATED EDITION, APRIL 09
