Public Lecture: The Origin of molecular complexity in space
- Date
- Monday 2 November 2015
Public Lecture by the Institute of Physics and the Royal Society of Chemistry.
The Origin of molecular complexity in space
Dr Sergio Ioppolo, the Open University
Date: 2nd November 2015
Time: 6.30 pm for 7.00 pm to start
ABSTRACT:
One of the greatest challenges of modern science is to explain the origin of life on Earth and determine whether it can exist elsewhere in the Universe. Recent advances in observational, modelling and laboratory astrophysics have shown that the interstellar medium, i.e., the uninhabitable space between stars, is the place where complex organic molecules form. The question that remains is, how do we link the formation of these molecules observed in space to the life on Earth? Following a laboratory perspective, this talk will discuss how the building blocks of life are created and modified in star forming regions, and ultimately delivered to planetary systems.
Please note: This level of this talk is top set GCSE/ first year of A level. If you are attending as a group of 10 or more please e-mail Sohan Jheeta with your numbers: sohan7@ntlworld.com
Special note: tea and biscuits will be made available on the evening. For those travelling by car, there is ample free parking next to the auditorium.