Author Archives: TerryG

14th April 2025 – The Science of Sleep

We’re not just unconscious when we sleep – hear the facts and learn about the latest science Dr Jill McGarry is a Clinical Psychologist with 28 years of NHS experience in psychological support for people with mental health issues. Throughout … Continue reading

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14th October 2024 – Hispaniolan Parakeets in the Urban Environment

We welcome Dr. Matt Geary, a Senior Lecturer in Conservation Biology at the University of Chester, who will be describing his research into the behaviour of the urban population of Hispaniolan parakeets to understand how they survive in the city. … Continue reading

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9th September 2024 – Cosmic Rays

We welcome back Dr. Steve Barrett from the University of Liverpool for another of his mind-blowing and fascinating talks. High-energy charged particles are continually raining down on the Earth. Where do they come from and how do they gain so … Continue reading

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8th July 2024 – From Black to White…

… where a second can last an eternity Mark Holmes from High Legh Community Observatory will bring us the story of Black and White Holes, possibly one of the greatest of mysteries in our Universe. By profession and training, Mark … Continue reading

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10th June 2024 – Electric Flight

Are fans the solution to fuel-free flight? With flight responsible for 2% of global emissions and rising, solutions that can help air travel meet net zero are needed.  Doctor Robert Bolam from Wrexham University will talk about his research into … Continue reading

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13th May 2024 – Acoustic Aberrations

Playing with Physics and Perception Professor Trevor Cox comes to us from the University of Salford department of Acoustic Engineering where his research areas are architectural acoustics, signal processing and audio perception. Trevor is also an author and radio broadcaster … Continue reading

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