Sounds of Science 2022
08. 06. 2022
The French Embassy in the Czech Republic and the French Institute in Prague are organizing a general public scientific conference called “Sounds of Science” on June 23rd, 2022. This exceptional event will bring together three leading French scientists:
- Jean-Marie Lehn(Nobel Prize in Chemistry 1987)
- Jean Tirole(Nobel Prize in Economy 2014)
- Thomas Ebbesen(Kavli Prize for Nanoscience 2014)
They will present the latest scientific concepts in their respective disciplines in an accessible way for the general public, from high school students to researchers.
A musical performance by the renowned French pianist, composer and musicologist Karol Beffa will complement this scientific programme, including the screening of a 1920 silent movie by René Clair, "Paris qui dort/ The Crazy Ray", with improvised piano accompaniment.
This event will be held in English.
Moderator: Daniel Stach (Česká televize).
More information including preliminary programme and ticket sales can be found here: https://www.ifp.cz/cz/akce/event2168-sounds-of-science-2022#/
Source: French Institute in Prague
Picture: Pixabay
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