With lessons drawn from science, philosophy and popular culture, John will guide us on a journey beyond the solar system.

Insightful contributions from a supporting cast of luminaries (including Attenborough, Tsiolkosky, Clarke, Penrose and Banks) will ensure a fascinating evening as we leave earth behind…

About this month’s speaker 

John I Davies, Senior Researcher, The Initiative & Institute for Interstellar Studies

John 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.

Career highlights include

• Bluestreak
• Hubble (before it was called Hubble)
• SMS messaging
• STEM outreach
• British Interplanetary Society
• The Initiative and Institute for Interstellar Studies
• Principium
• Science Fiction

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Anyone 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.

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