The fear of science

The Royal Institution, 21 Albemarle Street, London
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This event ended on Tuesday 13th of November 2012
Admission
£10 standard, £7 concessions, £5 Associates. Members go free.
Location

The Royal Institution, 21 Albemarle Street, London

Nearest Tube/Rail Stations
Green Park 0.22 miles

There persists amongst many a deep-rooted thread of suspicion of science and technology, that weaves throughout human culture. But how does this distrust of science happen? Why are we so receptive to it? How far can the popular media be blamed for the proliferation of fear and misunderstanding and why do we fall back on pseudo science and conspiracies? How does our failure to comprehend risk in everyday life motivate a culture of fear? Dallas Campbell will reveal all. For more information and to book visit website

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