Royal Society of Chemistry: "Air pollution past, present and future"
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Science and Technology enthusiasts from Basingstoke Cafe Sci are invited by the Royal Society of Chemistry to find out about "Air pollution past, present and future". The talk starts at 6.30pm at Burlington House, Picadilly near Picadilly Circus.
Doors open 30 minutes before the event starts.
THE TALK IS FREE BUT PRIOR ONLINE BOOKING IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. THERE WILL ALSO BE A LIVE BROADCAST OF THE TALK FOR THOSE THAT CAN'T ATTEND.
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The negative impacts of air pollution on public health can be traced back thousands of years, and have been frequently associated with periods of economic expansion. From sulfurous fogs in London, through Californian smogs of the 70's and the present problems in China, it seems impossible to drive rapid growth and wealth without debilitating environmental consequences. Despite decades of investment in clean technologies many cities, including London, suffer health impacts of air pollution that are as severe as ever.
Join Professor Alastair Lewis as he examines the history of pollution, why chemical lessons learnt from past events are not always applicable to solving modern day problems, and how our generally improving health leaves us more vulnerable to pollution.
The lecture is FREE and open to the general public and members. Online booking is required. Book your place now.
A recording of the lecture will be available after the event on the web site.
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Royal Society of Chemistry: "Air pollution past, present and future"