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SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting 15 October 2025
DESCRIPTION:\n\nVisions of our interstellar future – the engineering, the science and the science fiction\n\n\nWith lessons drawn from science, philosophy and popular culture, John will guide us on a journey beyond the solar system.\nInsightful contributions from a supporting cast of luminaries (including Attenborough, Tsiolkosky, Clarke, Penrose and Banks) will ensure a fascinating evening as we leave earth behind…\nAbout this month’s speaker \nJohn I Davies, Senior Researcher, The Initiative & Institute for Interstellar Studies\nJohn is a lifelong engineer and a Londoner of over 30 years standing with northern English origins and strong Scottish connections. He has been fascinated by space travel ever since he read the Dan Dare stories in the Eagle in the 50s.\nCareer highlights include\n\nBluestreak\nHubble (before it was called Hubble)\nSMS messaging\nSTEM outreach\nBritish Interplanetary Society\nThe Initiative and Institute for Interstellar Studies\nPrincipium\nScience Fiction\n\n—-\nAnyone is welcome – beginner or expert – and there is no need to pre-book. A small charge applies to help us cover costs (typically £3 for non-members; £2 for NEAS members; U16s free). Doors open at 7.30pm with the talk starting at 8.00pm.\nNote that if you are using satnav system, the postcode may not take you directly to the hall – please check this Google Maps link if you aren’t sure: https://goo.gl/maps/fNxmg9qnAYm ( https://goo.gl/maps/fNxmg9qnAYm )\n \n
URL:https://www.northessexastro.co.uk/events/monthly-meeting-15-october-2025/
CATEGORIES:Public Lectures
LOCATION:The Henry Dixon Hall, Henry Dixon Road, Rivenhall End, Essex, CM8 3HR
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