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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T170000
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CREATED:20251211T085952Z
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SUMMARY:How to use https://u3a.social
DESCRIPTION:20th January @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nSocial media is now a big part of how we stay connected. While some large platforms\, such as Facebook\, have concerns around privacy and data use\, the Fediverse offers a more open\, secure\, and community-focused alternative.  Fediverse sites are free of ads\, tracking\, algorithms\, big business and billionaires … they are community sites – owned and managed by the community for the community. \nWe’re pleased to say this is now being introduced across the U3A network\, and we hope many members will join us and take part. \nSo this month we look at how to use the newly created social media Fediverse site https://u3a.social. \nWe start with a summary of past talks on the Fediverse and real time bidding (how targeted ads work) before walking through creating and using an account.  Also covered is how to find groups\, friends and news sources to follow (such as users on other Fediverse sites\, Bluesky and RSS).  Of course we’ll have a demo. \nAs always\, plenty of time is reserved for discussions. \nJoining details will be emailed to subscribers.  If you aren’t a member\, it’s free to join here https://u3acommunities.org/subscribe-to-computing-forum/. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/how-to-use-https-u3a-social/
CATEGORIES:Computing Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T163857Z
CREATED:20260108T144052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T163857Z
UID:39627-1768473000-1768476600@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Donald Trump's Unforgettable First Year
DESCRIPTION:Barely a year has passed since his inauguration\, yet even the most fanciful of apocalyptic predictions about how Trump’s second term as US President would unfold\, have fallen way short of the jaw-dropping reality. So\, for our first meeting of 2026\, we’ll be taking a look back at the extraordinary events of the last twelve months\, and ahead to what may be coming next\, both for Americans at home\, and for the rest of us around the world. But whatever happens\, one thing is certain – the ‘white-knuckle ride’ has only just begun – so why not join us for an hour of nervous crystal-gazing! \nIf you haven’t yet done so\, there’s still time to join our mailing list\, which will ensure that you receive those all-important Zoom log-in details… just click here: Subscribe to the Current Affairs group
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/donald-trumps-unforgettable-first-year/
CATEGORIES:Current Affairs Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260121T103155Z
CREATED:20251222T112929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T103155Z
UID:35358-1768386600-1768392000@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Was there a Big Bang?
DESCRIPTION:In 1929\, Edwin Hubble established a correlation between galactic redshift and distance. For nearly a century\, the prevailing scientific consensus has attributed this redshift to cosmic expansion\, forming the foundation of the Big Bang theory. However\, recent data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has introduced observations that challenge standard cosmological models. In this presentation\, David Youll (Basingstoke u3a) reviews the historical dominance of the Big Bang theory\, examines the anomalies identified by the JWST\, and explores whether a “Tired Light” model offers a more accurate framework for these new findings. \nTo view the recording\, click here… ‘Was there a Big Bang?’\n(recordings are for personal/private use only – please do not share this link) \nTo contact us about the Science & Technology group\, click here… Get in touch
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/was-there-a-big-bang/
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Science and Technology Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260108T202632Z
CREATED:20260108T202632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T202632Z
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SUMMARY:From Fuming Volcanic Vents to Extinction Events
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Professor Tamsin Mather\, Professor of Earth Sciences\, University College Oxford  \nThis month Professor Tamsin Mather will be investigating how volcanic eruptions can alter Earth’s atmosphere and climate\, sometimes with devastating consequences for life. \nDrawing on her expertise in volcanic gases and atmospheric chemistry\, she links present-day volcanic emissions to episodes of extreme environmental change in the past. Her talk explores how massive eruptions have triggered global cooling or warming\, disrupted ecosystems and contributed to major extinction events. \nSubscribe to Geology
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/from-fuming-volcanic-vents-to-extinction-events/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Geology Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251224T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251224T130000
DTSTAMP:20251211T183926Z
CREATED:20251017T205812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T183926Z
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SUMMARY:History Month
DESCRIPTION:The History group will not be meeting on December 24th. The next meeting is January 27th 12-1.00. A member will be giving us a fascinating talk about ‘The History of Timekeeping’
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/history-month/
CATEGORIES:History Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251223T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251223T200000
DTSTAMP:20251221T163836Z
CREATED:20251221T163836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T163836Z
UID:35202-1766516400-1766520000@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Our favourite festive film from a book
DESCRIPTION:Come along armed with your favourite Christmas viewing based on a book. \nAnd the reasons why it is your top choice. \nThere are hundreds to choose from. \nBut if you select A Christmas Carol we will want to know which version!
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/our-favourite-festive-film-from-a-book/
CATEGORIES:Books and Literature Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T170000
DTSTAMP:20251220T213409Z
CREATED:20251220T213409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T213409Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Merry Christmas and all the best to all the members of the History group. \nNew members are always welcome. \nSee you all in 2026 \nCatherine
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/35028/
CATEGORIES:History Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T170000
DTSTAMP:20251220T213256Z
CREATED:20251220T213256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T213256Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Merry Christmas and all the best to our Art History group members. \nThe group is always open to and welcomes new members \nThank you for such enjoyable meetings \nCatherine
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/35023/
CATEGORIES:Art History Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T120000
DTSTAMP:20251217T110456Z
CREATED:20251117T112049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T110456Z
UID:23782-1765362600-1765368000@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:The Ig Nobel Prizes: 2025 edition
DESCRIPTION:For over a century\, the ultimate recognition of ground-breaking scientific research has been the award of a Nobel Prize. But there’s another series of annual awards\, less prestigious but no less cherished\, which honour\, not the greatest achievements in science\, but the funniest. They’re called the ‘Ig’ Nobel Prizes\, and\, since their launch in 1991\, they’ve provided a humorous insight into the quirky side of scientific research. In this light-hearted presentation\, Barry Zussman\, from Torridge u3a\, will spill the beans (and much else besides!) on the wackiest prize-winners of 2025. \nTo view the recording\, click here… ‘Ig Nobel Prizes (2025)’ \nTo contact us about the Science & Technology group\, click here… Get in touch
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/the-ig-nobel-prizes-2025-edition/
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Science and Technology Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T113000
DTSTAMP:20251121T190917Z
CREATED:20251121T190917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T190917Z
UID:24815-1764151200-1764156600@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:HUMAN MIGRATION AND CLIMATE CHANGE
DESCRIPTION:Human migration driven by climate change goes back millions years. It continues today in far greater numbers as the Earth warms to +2C by 2050 and +3C beyond 2100. Countries need to cooperate to avoid conflict. \nianhawker101@gmail.com
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/human-migration-and-climate-change/
CATEGORIES:Climate Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T200000
DTSTAMP:20251125T093118Z
CREATED:20251125T093118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T093118Z
UID:25760-1764097200-1764100800@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:What did Just William mean to us?
DESCRIPTION:We take a trip back in time to the Richmal Crompton’s stories of William Brown and his family.  Not so popular now\, they were a read back in the days. But have they left any lasting memories? Discuss.
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/what-did-just-william-mean-to-us/
CATEGORIES:Books and Literature Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T163000
DTSTAMP:20251118T120927Z
CREATED:20251028T075235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T120927Z
UID:17839-1764082800-1764088200@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Quantum Sensing and QuSIT Hub Developments
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Professor Professor Michael Holynski\n University of Birmingham  \nJoin us for a fascinating journey into the future of sensing.\nQuantum sensing is unlocking a world we could never see before—revealing what lies beneath the ground\, inside the human body\, and beyond our current limits of perception.\nLed by Professor Holynski\, the QuSIT Hub is turning these breakthroughs into technologies that make a difference to people’s lives. From wearable quantum brain scanners that could transform healthcare to gravity sensors that help us map and protect vital infrastructure\, this work connects deep science with real human needs—creating a future where quantum innovation serves both society and the planet. \nIf you are not already subscribed\, subscription is free and you will receive joining details and news about forthcoming Leading Edge meetings https://u3acommunities.org/subscribe-to-leading-edge/
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/quantum-sensing-and-qusit-hub-developments/
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Leading-edge Research Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T130000
DTSTAMP:20251121T093302Z
CREATED:20251125T120053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T093302Z
UID:12927-1764072000-1764075600@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Art History meeting Tuesday 25th November at noon
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th November 2025 Art History meeting at noon: There will be an intriguing presentation by one of our members who will be talking about ‘Frith’s Royal Academy Viewing’. This is a glimpse into Victorian society and its art world. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/12927/
CATEGORIES:Art History Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T130000
DTSTAMP:20251123T140846Z
CREATED:20251121T091146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T140846Z
UID:24676-1764072000-1764075600@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:ART HISTORY NOVEMBER 25TH 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come along to an intriguing presentation about Frith’s Gallery. One of our members will be giving the talk. \n  \n \n \nTuesday \n25th November 2025 \n12-1.00pm \nhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6911529/Painting-famous-faces-1881-sells-10m-identify-are.html \n 
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/art-history-november-25th-2025/
CATEGORIES:Art History Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T162215Z
CREATED:20251111T123234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T162215Z
UID:22212-1763634600-1763638200@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Current Affairs discussion group: Open Forum
DESCRIPTION:For our final meeting of the year\, I’m once again opening the floor to all of you – our members – to share your thoughts on anything that’s been making the headlines recently. From the increasingly fractious debate over immigration policy to the prison releases debacle\, the latest round of doctors’ strikes to the crisis at the BBC\, not to mention all the speculation about the upcoming budget – and the PM’s leadership – there’s plenty to choose from\, so why not come along and have your say! \nIf you haven’t yet done so\, there’s still time to join our mailing list\, which will ensure that you receive those all-important Zoom log-in details… just click here: Subscribe to the Current Affairs group
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/current-affairs-discussion-group-open-forum/
CATEGORIES:Current Affairs Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T170000
DTSTAMP:20251114T091220Z
CREATED:20251106T164419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T091220Z
UID:19879-1763478000-1763485200@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Quantum Computers
DESCRIPTION:18th November @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nThis month we are fortunate that Professor Winfried Hensinger\, from Sussex University\, will be giving us a talk about quantum computers. \nProf Winfried Hensinger is a Professor of Quantum Technologies at the University of Sussex where heads the Sussex Ion Quantum Technology Group. He is the director of the Sussex Centre for Quantum Technologies\, and he is Deputy Director and Sussex lead for the new £24M EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Information Science and Technologies\, a joint venture of the University of Sussex and the University of Bristol. Hensinger is also a co-founder of Universal Quantum\, a full stack quantum computing company\, where he serves as Chief Scientist and Chairman. Hensinger has been working for over 20 years on building quantum computers with trapped ions that can solve important industry problems. In 2017\, leading an international team from Google\, Aarhus University\, Siegen\, Riken and Sussex University\, he announced the first industrial blueprint for building a practical quantum computer with millions of qubits capable of solving important industry problems. \nAs usual\, plenty of time is reserved for discussions. \nThis event is open to U3ACommunities computing\, science and leading edge groups as well as the u3a science online interest group. \nJoining details will be emailed to subscribers.  If you aren’t a member\, it’s free to join here https://u3acommunities.org/subscribe-to-computing-forum/. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/quantum-computers/
CATEGORIES:Computing Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T120000
DTSTAMP:20251123T125357Z
CREATED:20251025T152413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T125357Z
UID:17071-1762943400-1762948800@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Tackling the Challenge of Antibiotic Resistance\, One Step at a Time
DESCRIPTION:Armed with a deeper understanding of the drivers of antibiotic resistance\, covered at last month’s meeting*\, Beryl Oppenheim (York u3a) will now explore the challenges faced in preventing it or minimising its impact\, including the roles played by societal factors\, human & medical behaviour\, and economic & political factors. Advances in rapid diagnostic testing for infectious disease and antibiotic resistance could provide a unique opportunity\, however\, these may face similar barriers to those encountered in the development of novel antimicrobials.  All of which means that\, despite all the other pressing challenges facing our world today\, this is one that we really cannot afford to ignore. \nTo view the recording\, click here… ‘Antibiotic Resistance (part 2)’\n(recordings are for personal/private use only – please do not share this link) \n*if you missed Part 1\, you can catch up by watching this recording:  Antibiotic Resistance (Part 1) \nTo contact us about the Science & Technology group\, click here… Get in touch
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/tackling-the-challenge-of-antibiotic-resistance-one-step-at-a-time/
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Science and Technology Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251111T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251111T120000
DTSTAMP:20251106T154727Z
CREATED:20251016T071901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T154727Z
UID:14292-1762857000-1762862400@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Uncovering Oxfordshire’s Dinosaur Highway
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr Emma Nicholls FGS\, Collections Manager (Earth Collections)\, Oxford University Museum of Natural History \nThis month Dr Emma Nicholls will be telling us about Uncovering Oxfordshire’s Dinosaur Highway. Her talk won the Vice Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Contribution so we have a treat in store. \nDr Nicholls has previously worked in a variety of curatorial roles at the Horniman Museum and Gardens\, British Museum\, the Grant Museum of Zoology and the Lapworth Museum of Geology. \nSubscribe to Geology
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/uncovering-oxfordshires-dinosaur-highway/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Geology Meeting
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251028T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251028T200000
DTSTAMP:20251026T131300Z
CREATED:20251026T131300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T131300Z
UID:17351-1761678000-1761681600@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:Why is Jane Austen so popular today?
DESCRIPTION:In the past few years Jane Austen adaptations have filled our TV screens. Why? \nShe lived more than 200 years ago so why the fascination?
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/why-is-jane-austen-so-popular-today/
CATEGORIES:Books and Literature Meeting,Frontpage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251028T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251028T130000
DTSTAMP:20251009T221907Z
CREATED:20251028T120037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T221907Z
UID:10080-1761652800-1761656400@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:History Group
DESCRIPTION:The History group’s next meeting is Tuesday 28th October at noon-1pm. We have a guest speaker\, John\, who will be presenting ‘A History of Astronomy Part 2’. Many of you enjoyed August’s part one of ‘A History of Astronomy’ so please come along and enjoy this presentation. All U3A Communities’ members are welcome but register on this site for History so that you will receive notification and the Zoom link. \nAstronomy is looking up!
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/history-group/
CATEGORIES:History Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251028T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251028T130000
DTSTAMP:20251009T221636Z
CREATED:20251009T221635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T221636Z
UID:12623-1761652800-1761656400@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:History Group October 28th at noon
DESCRIPTION:The History group continues on Tuesday 28th October at noon with Part 2 of History of Astronomy from a member of the IGO Astronomy group.
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/history-group-october-28th-at-noon/
CATEGORIES:History Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T163000
DTSTAMP:20251013T131704Z
CREATED:20251013T131704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T131704Z
UID:13590-1761577200-1761582600@u3acommunities.org
SUMMARY:The Neuroscience of Consciousness
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Professor Anil Seth\n University of Sussex \nYou may well know Anil Seth from television appearances or his popular science books. \nWhen you look around\, it feels like you’re simply seeing reality. But neuroscientist Anil Seth argues that what you see\, hear\, and feel is more like a story your brain tells itself\, a ‘hallucination’ shaped and corrected by sensory signals. In this engaging talk\, he explains how the brain’s predictions create not only our experiences of the world\, but also our sense of self.  \nIf you are not already subscribed\, subscription is free and you will receive joining details and news about forthcoming Leading Edge meetings https://u3acommunities.org/subscribe-to-leading-edge/
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/the-neuroscience-of-consciousness/
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Leading-edge Research Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T113000
DTSTAMP:20251018T082037Z
CREATED:20251018T082037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T082037Z
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SUMMARY:CLIMATE CHANGE\, BIODIVERSITY & ECOSYSTEMS
DESCRIPTION:Biodiversity is a measure all living things on Earth & their interconnection (animals\, plants…). Population of living things has declined by 69% globally since 1970 due to climate change\, pollution and loss of habitat. But we rely upon biodiversity for food\, clean air and water. We describe the UK and global response to this crisis. \nianhawker101@gmail.com
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/climate-change-biodiversity-ecosystems/
CATEGORIES:Climate Meeting,Frontpage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T170000
DTSTAMP:20251016T080423Z
CREATED:20251006T150304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T080423Z
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SUMMARY:3D Printing
DESCRIPTION:21st October @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nThis month\, David Price will be gently taking us through an introduction to a table top scale manufacturing process. \nAs usual\, plenty of time is reserved for discussions. \nJoining details will be emailed to subscribers nearer the time.  If you aren’t a member\, it’s free to join here https://u3acommunities.org/subscribe-to-computing-forum/.
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/3d-printing/
CATEGORIES:Computing Meeting,Frontpage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T162537Z
CREATED:20251004T135123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T162537Z
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SUMMARY:The Demographic Time-bomb
DESCRIPTION:In common with many other developed countries\, the UK’s birth-rate has been falling for some time\, and now stands at around 1.5 children per woman\, far below the so-called ‘replacement’ rate of 2.1 needed to maintain a stable population profile. If this decline is not turned around soon\, there will eventually be too few working-age tax-payers to fund the ever-growing number of older people requiring costly medical and social care (let alone the workforce to provide this care). Several potential solutions have been suggested\, both fiscal and societal\, but most of them are either expensive\, controversial\, or both. So\, at this month’s meeting\, we’ll look at the various options\, and – who knows – maybe we’ll even come up with some novel ideas of our own for the Chancellor to consider as she prepares her upcoming Budget! \nIf you haven’t yet done so\, there’s still time to join our mailing list\, which will ensure that you receive those all-important Zoom log-in details… just click here: Subscribe to the Current Affairs group
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/the-demographic-time-bomb/
CATEGORIES:Current Affairs Meeting,Frontpage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T120000
DTSTAMP:20251008T111951Z
CREATED:20251008T111748Z
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SUMMARY:Colour in dinosaurs
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Professor Mike Benton\, Professor of Vertebrate Palaeontology\, School of Earth Sciences\, University of Bristol \nThis month we’re privileged to have Professor Mike Benton speak to us about colour in dinosaurs. Come and find out what we know about what colour dinosaurs were and how we came to understand this. \nProfessor Benton’s work focuses on large-scale evolution of major groups such as dinosaurs and exploring the effects of mass extinctions\, environmental change and biological innovation on the evolution of reptiles\, birds and mammals. \nSubscribe to Geology
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/colour-in-dinosaurs/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Geology Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T120000
DTSTAMP:20251025T150359Z
CREATED:20250912T090120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T150359Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Antibiotic Resistance: Background\, bugs\, biomes and biofilms
DESCRIPTION:While most people are aware of the huge concerns about antibiotic resistance\, there are often misunderstandings regarding what it means and how it works. In this talk – the first of two on this important topic – Beryl Oppenheim (York u3a) will explain the background to the problem\, before delving a little deeper into the science behind antibiotic resistance: how and why it occurs\, the genetic basis for the development of resistance\, where it happens – both in nature and the human body – and what this all means in terms of risks to individuals and vulnerable populations. \nTo view the recording\, click here… ‘Understanding Antibiotic Resistance (part 1)’\n(the recording is for personal/private use only – please do not share this link) \nTo contact us about the Science & Technology group\, click here… Get in touch
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/understanding-antibiotic-resistance-background-bugs-biomes-and-biofilms/
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Science and Technology Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250929T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250929T183000
DTSTAMP:20250911T165858Z
CREATED:20250810T165444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T165858Z
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SUMMARY:Seeing to the Event Horizons of Supermassive Black Holes
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr. Dan Wilkins \n Kavli Institute\, Stanford University  \nOn Monday\, 29th September at 5:00 PM hear groundbreaking perspectives from a leading figure at the Kavli Institute. \nRecent breakthroughs near black hole event horizons are offering exciting new views into some of the universe’s most mysterious regions. Using powerful X-ray telescopes\, scientists have observed light bending around black holes\, just as Einstein predicted over a century ago. \nThey’ve also detected faint echoes of X-rays bouncing off material hidden behind black holes\, something never seen before. These findings help researchers understand how matter behaves in extreme gravity\, how black holes consume surrounding material\, and how energetic jets are launched. \nIt’s a major step toward mapping the chaotic environments near black holes and unlocking secrets about space\, time\, and gravity itself.  \nIf you are not already subscribed\, subscription is free and you will receive joining details and news about forthcoming Leading Edge meetings https://u3acommunities.org/subscribe-to-leading-edge/
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/new-findings-near-black-hole-event-horizons/
CATEGORIES:Frontpage,Leading-edge Research Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T113000
DTSTAMP:20250919T114805Z
CREATED:20250919T114805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T114805Z
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SUMMARY:ADAPTING TO CLIMATE CHANGE
DESCRIPTION:Global average temperatures are predicted to rise by 2C by 2050 and 2.6-2.9C by 2100. The impact includes increased heat deaths\, changing weather patterns\, and pressure on water supply and agriculture. We examine the expected changes and UK government response to date.
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/adapting-to-climate-change/
CATEGORIES:Climate Meeting,Frontpage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T200000
DTSTAMP:20250922T154616Z
CREATED:20250922T154616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T154616Z
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SUMMARY:Books and Literature Meeting\, September 23 at 7pm
DESCRIPTION:First discussion involving poetry \nIt is 60 years since the death of Sylvia Plath. \nIs she defined by her confessional verse or her eventual suicide?
URL:https://u3acommunities.org/event/books-and-literature-meeting-september-23-at-7pm/
CATEGORIES:Books and Literature Meeting,Frontpage
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