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Cosmic Evolution, Earth Evolution: talks at AZ Science Ctr
[A forwarded message, received on Oct. 5, 2006. Note the talks on
astronomy and earth science on Nov. 29 and Dec. 13. — Jane J]
Evolution Speaker Series at The Arizona Science Center
Join the Arizona Science Center and The University of Arizona College of
Science for an exciting series of presentations about one of the most
controversial topics of our time. Scientists from many fields work
together to discover the processes that create the current state of our
universe, our world, and ourselves. The theory of evolution accounts
for
the origin of all matter, including the development of life itself. We
are
proud to present these seven lectures that will illustrate the various
aspects of evolution.
All lectures begin at 7 p.m. and are free to the public. For
reservations
or more information, please email
<edserve@azscience.org>
or call 602-716-2000 and choose option 8, then option 3.
October 25, 2006
Biological Evolution: What It Is and What It Isn’t
Joanna Masel, Assistant Professor, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
November 29, 2006
Earth Evolution: The Formation of Our Planet
Joaquin Ruiz, Dean of the College of Science and Professor of
Geosciences
December 13, 2006
Cosmic Evolution: From Big Bang to Biology
Chris Impey, Distinguished Professor, Astronomy
January 31, 2007
Social Evolution: Cooperation and Conflict from Molecules to Society
Rick Michod, Professor, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
February 28, 2007
Animal Evolution: Recycling Ancient Genes for New Uses
Lisa Nagy, Associate Professor, Molecular and Cellular Biology
March 28, 2007
Human Evolution: Tracing Our Origins with DNA
Michael Hammer, Research Scientist, Division of Biotechnology and
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
April 25, 2007
Disease Evolution: The Example of HIV
Michael Worobey, Assistant Professor, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Sent by:
Dianne McKee
Educational Services Manager
Arizona Science Center
Institute for Teaching
600 E. Washington Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85004
(602) 716-2000, ext. 2564
www.azscience.org
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