2012 Beyond Annual Lecture by Freeman Dyson

March 29, 7pm, Tempe Center for the Arts

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Dyson Sphere art courtesy of Dafydd Owens

ABSTRACT

At the end of World War 2 four revolutionary technologies burst upon the world together: space travel, nuclear energy, genomics and computing. Each triggered social and economic repercussions that still resonate with us today. Freeman Dyson began his scientific career just at that time, and was not only present at the creation of all of these transforming technologies, he made significant contributions too. Some of them succeeded and some failed.  With a front row seat of history in the making and the wisdom of a lifetime at the forefront of science, Dyson has unique insights into the reasons behind those successes and failures.

BIO

Freeman J. Dyson helped shape our world through his profound contributions to science and technology, and his visionary ideas for human destiny. His seminal papers on quantum electrodynamics have had a lasting influence on many branches of modern physics. He has also made significant contributions in diverse fields including nuclear engineering, climate studies and the origin of life. Dyson is known for his bold, futuristic and sometimes controversial ideas about topics ranging from spacecraft propulsion, alien astro-engineering, space colonization and genomic engineering to human destiny and the ultimate fate of the cosmos. He is currently retired from the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, where he was a Professor of Physics for many decades.

VENUE INFORMATION

LOCATION: Tempe Center for the Arts (TCA) - 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe Az 85281 - Click HERE for a map

TCA PHONE: General Line 480.350.2829

TCA PARKING: Parking is available to the west of the facility, with an overflow parking entrance available at Hardy Drive and Rio Salado Parkway - Click HERE for a map

EVENT INFORMATION

GUESTS: No RSVP needed. This event is free, non-ticketed, and open to the public

SEATING: First come, first serve basis

DOORS OPEN: Approximately 6:15pm

BOOK SIGNING: Freeman Dyson will be signing books directly after the lecture. Some of his books will be available for purchase, but feel free to bring your own copies

QUESTIONS: Please feel free to contact us via email at deepthought@asu.edu or by calling us at 480.965.3240

We look forward to seeing you there!