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Nice Barrage, Shame About the Fish
Explore-At-Bristol is hosting another talk in their string
of successful Science Café sessions, on Tuesday 12th August.
David Bird, a Principal Lecturer in the Faculty of Health and Life
Sciences from the University of the West of England, is discussing the
impact a barrage could have on the fish population. A barrage across the
Severn Estuary is predicted to supply up to 5% of the UK’s electricity
needs; but at what cost?
Helen Featherstone who runs the Science Cafés at At-Bristol says: “The
Science Cafés are becoming more and more popular as people realise what a
good source of information they are, as well having the chance to join in
the discussion themselves. You don't need to be a scientist to enjoy the
evening, just come with an open and enquiring mind. The sessions are free
and we welcome anyone over the age of 18 to come along, we look forward to
seeing you there!”
The Science Café is held in Theory Café in Explore-At-Bristol with doors
opening at 7.30 for an 8pm start. Entry is free, just turn up on the night
and after David speaks there is a discussion session for everyone to get
involved in.
For press enquiries:
Zoë Fox
0117 9157152
press@at-bristol.org.uk
Notes to Editors:
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Science Cafés are designed to explore the latest
ideas in science and technology.
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Meetings are informal and free.
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The format is simple: the speaker gives a short
introduction to the evening's topic; then break for refreshments and
pondering; then there's an hour or so of questions and discussion.
Everyone is welcome to ask a question or make a comment.
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Explore-At-Bristol is a leading science centre in
the UK and a major player in the worldwide science centre movement.
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Explore At-Bristol aims to be a world-class science
centre that makes a distinctive, valued and recognised contribution
to science learning and public engagement with science across Europe.
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A registered charity, At-Bristol has hosted more
than three million visits since its opening in June 2000 and continually
strives towards making science accessible to all.
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At-Bristol receives no central government funding
and support from visitors, members, corporate partners and donors means
it can continue to make science relevant and fun for future generations.
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