UCD Physics - RDS
Distinguished Speaker Series 2012
1.- “Metamaterials and the Science of Invisibility”
by Sir John Pendry, Imperial College UK
February 14th 2012 at 6pm. Venue: RDS Concert Hall
In celebration of Physics and Dublin's status as European City of Science 2012, UCD School of Physics has teamed up with the Royal Dublin Society to bring some of the world's leading physicists to speak in Dublin about the latest developments in their fields of research. The topics include the exotic physics of cloaking devices, the role of physics in biology, the use of lasers in medicine and a profile of mysterious Titan, Saturn's largest moon.
The lectures are free and suitable for ages from 12 upwards. Come along and be surprised!
2.- “Titan - The Moon that thinks it’s a Planet”
by Prof. John Zarnecki, Open University UK
March 20th 2012 at 6pm. Venue: RDS Minerva Suite
3.- “Lasers in the Fast Lane”
by Prof. Wilson Sibbett, St. Andrews UK
May 15th 2012 at 6pm. Venue: RDS Concert Hall
4.- “The Biological Physics of Sickle Cell Anemia”
by Dr. William A. Eaton, National Institutes of Health USA
May 22nd 2012 at 6pm. Venue: RDS Merrion Room
See below for more information on each individual talk
and to book your ticket
Dates: February 14th, March 20th, May 15th and May 22nd
Venues: RDS (Concert Hall, Minerva Suite, Merrion Room)
Advance booking required
For more information contact us at: physics@ucd.ie
