From Rutherford to the Large Hadron Collider

This year we celebrate the centenary of Rutherford's "discovery" of the tiny atomic nucleus at the centre of the atom.  Why are scientists are still studying this topic a hundred years on? Professor David Jenkins from the University of York will explore the properties of the atomic nucleus and explain the origin of the chemical elements which make up our physical world.

Free for members. £2 non-members

This event will be followed by a social at the Terrace.

When?

Tuesday, 18 October 2011 19:00

Where?

Meeting Room 4