Café Scientifique is a forum for debating science issues and promoting public engagement with science. Audiences consist of people who are interested in science but generally never have the opportunity to discuss their views with, and ask questions of, someone "in the know".
Meetings generally start with a short talk from the speaker, who is usually a scientist or a writer on science, followed by a short break for drinks. This is followed by a session of about an hour for questions and answers and general discussion. Cafés are free although a voluntary contribution may be asked for to cover any expenses. (It does not pay fees to a speaker).
Meetings take place once a month on the second Tuesday of each month, starting at 7.30pm and begin on 9th February.
Venue for Café Scientifique is the Book Room at Hope Street Hotel opposite the Philharmonic Hall.
Meetings up to July are:
9th February - Marco Bertamini - Dept. of Psychology, Liverpool University, Naive physics: Understanding how things work from everyday visual experience
9th March - Gareth Stratton - Professor of Paediatric Exercise Science, Liverpool John Moores University - The road to an active and healthy childhood, from fitness to fatness and back again.
13th April - Sonia Tucci - Dept. of Psychology, Liverpool University - Topic: emotions and appetite regulation
11th May - James Morton, Lecturer in Exercise Metabolism & Nutrition, School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University - Lessons from cell signalling and exercise: innovations in athletic preparation for London 2012
8th June - Mike Bode, Director ARI and Professor of Astrophysics, Astrophysics Research Institute, Liverpool John Moores University - Stars that go Bang in the Night
13th July - Kate Bennett, Psychology Dept. Liverpool UniversityTopic: Ageing
Please contact Michael Jackman, mjcafsci@talktalk.net, if intending to attend as places may be limited.