Event type:
Hybrid, Lecture
Organised by:
Geological Society Events, Public Lectures 2024
Venue:
Hybrid In person at Burlington House and Virtual via Zoom
Date, time and location
This Public Lecture will take place on Thursday 28 November at 18:00 (GMT).
This is a hybrid event, which can be attended in person at Burlington House, Piccadilly, London, or online via Zoom.
Event details
With so many ways to record geology, such as satellite imagery and Lidar, geological sketches may seem a thing of the past, however, there is still immense value in drawing geology. In this lecture Dr Matthew Genge, Reader in Earth and Planetary Science at Imperial College, will talk about the art of geology, including its history and place in modern Earth Science. The lecture will also describe how to draw, including techniques and strategies to get the most out of every geological sketch. Attendees are recommended to bring a pencil and notebook since there will be drawing involved.
Speaker
Dr Matt Genge
As a planetary scientist my main field of expertise lies in the study of micrometeorites, extraterrestrial dust particles recovered on Earth, and their implications for the origins of the solar system. However, I also work on meteorites and rocks formed by the impact of asteroids and comets, and on astrobiology studies of life on Mars and the origins of life. In terrestrial geology my interests lie in the nature of magmas including carbonatites and metal-bearing basalts.
Science communication is also an important part of my work. I write for several publications including the Guardian, New Scientist and Geology Today, I give numerous public lectures for organisations such as the Natural History Museum and the National Space Centre. I have also worked as scientific advisor on documentaries such as Discoveries "The Fearless Planet", and "How the Earth was Made", given over 200 media interviews, and was presenter for BBC Radio 4's "The Great British Meteorite Hunt". My science communication work also includes the application of new technologies in education including the Imperial College Rock Library, the Virtual Field Mapping Project, and IC Knowledge Apps for the iPhone.
Programme
17:45 – 18:00: Guests will arrive for the Public Lecture
18:00 – 19:00: Talk takes place (including a Q&A)
19:00: Event ends
Registration
This lecture is free to attend; however, we are a registered charity (number:210161) and we would welcome donations. If you would like to donate, you can do so here.
You can register for both in person and virtual tickets here.
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