Mars Fact or Fiction
Andrew Lound
Wednesday 1 April 2009, 6.30pm
Glyndŵr University, Plas Coch Site, Wrexham
Organiser: Glyndŵr University
Mars has enthralled mankind for centuries. Scientists and the person in the street have imagined Mars as a world populated by strange beings. Since the so-called ‘canals’ were observed in 1877, Mars has been the number one planet on the minds of the public. Since that time, numerous myths have developed which have fogged the true image of the planet. Andrew Lound tries to separate fact from fiction in this dramatic lecture illustrated by stunning images, supplemented by music and several props.
Andrew is a man of many interests who specialises in space science and astronomy from both a current and historical perspective. He has been presenting public lectures and staging exhibitions for over 30 years and has participated in over 2000 events. In 2005 he became the first western science speaker to tour Libya following the removal of sanctions. Due to the success of this work Andrew was asked to return to Libya in 2006 and project managed a science team and public awareness team to observe the total eclipse of the Sun, promote safe observation and stage a lecture tour.
Andrew is the UK Regional Coordinator for The Planetary Society, which is the world’s largest space group. He can be heard regularly on BBC Radio WM where he is known as “The Urban Spaceman”; this monthly one-hour radio slot has been a feature on BBC radio in the Midlands for 15 years.
This event is suitable for all ages.
Free event: to reserve a place call Glyndŵr University on 01978 293473, email wsf@glyndwr.ac.uk, book online or call Wrexham Tourist Information Centre on 01978 292015.
Mars Fact or Fiction
Andrew Lound
Wednesday 1 April 2009, 6.30pm
Glyndŵr University, Plas Coch Site, Wrexham
Organiser: Glyndŵr University
Mars has enthralled mankind for centuries. Scientists and the person in the street have imagined Mars as a world populated by strange beings. Since the so-called ‘canals’ were observed in 1877, Mars has been the number one planet on the minds of the public. Since that time, numerous myths have developed which have fogged the true image of the planet. Andrew Lound tries to separate fact from fiction in this dramatic lecture illustrated by stunning images, supplemented by music and several props.
Andrew is a man of many interests who specialises in space science and astronomy from both a current and historical perspective. He has been presenting public lectures and staging exhibitions for over 30 years and has participated in over 2000 events. In 2005 he became the first western science speaker to tour Libya following the removal of sanctions. Due to the success of this work Andrew was asked to return to Libya in 2006 and project managed a science team and public awareness team to observe the total eclipse of the Sun, promote safe observation and stage a lecture tour.
Andrew is the UK Regional Coordinator for The Planetary Society, which is the world’s largest space group. He can be heard regularly on BBC Radio WM where he is known as “The Urban Spaceman”; this monthly one-hour radio slot has been a feature on BBC radio in the Midlands for 15 years.
This event is suitable for all ages.
Free event: to reserve a place call Glyndŵr University on 01978 293473, email wsf@glyndwr.ac.uk, book online or call Wrexham Tourist Information Centre on 01978 292015.
