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SciScreen, supported by the British Science Association.

Putting cinema-science into perspective

Monday 5 September 2011 - Monday 5 March 2012

In association with SciScreen and the British Science Association, we are proud to announce a series of brilliant films, presentations and discussions which will look into the scientific issues that provide the backbone to many of cinema's best-loved creations. 

Each film will be preceded by a short talk in which experts explain the science from the film. Please join us for discussion with drinks and snacks after the film.

Monday 5 September 2011, 6.00

ENIGMA (15)

James Grime will talk about the maths of codes and codebreaking in Bletchley Park, and will also demonstrate a genuine WWII Enigma machine. Stay for the post-film discussion to get a closer look!

Monday 7 November 2011, 6.00

HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY (PG)

While he might not have the answer to "Life, the Universe and Everything", Dr Andrew Holding will start the evening with a short talk on the inevitability that the universe, and not just our sock drawers, will descend into chaos.

Monday 9 January 2012, 6.00

TRAINSPOTTING (18)

Dr Dalley from Cambridge Neuroscience is an expert in the effects of drugs on the brain, and the possible pre-disposition to drug abuse and addiction.

Monday 5 March 2012, 6.00

HILARY AND JACKIE (15)

Dr Jeff Huang from Cambridge Neuroscience will talk about the causes of Multiple Sclerosis, and the possible steps to finding a cure.

 

 
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