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The Science of Parallel Universes: Could There be Copies of YOU Out There? A Caf? Scientific
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New theories in cosmology claim that each of us has many exact replicas of ourselves in other universes - in theory, you could get in a spaceship and if you travelled far enough, meet your identical self in an identical world! Some cosmologists say that if you accept space is infinite, then even the most improbable event must take place eventually. Come and hear the experts debate this amazing idea, and ask your own questions.

With special guests Marcus Chown, Charley Lineweaver and David Braddon-Mitchell. Hosted by ABC TV’s Paul Willis (Catalyst).

About Café Scientific:
Presented by ABC Science, these events bring scientists and experts out of the labs and into the pubs and cafes for lively discussions with the general public. In an informal atmosphere hosted by ABC science presenters, they let us in on their expert knowledge and opinions. Find out about the latest science ideas and how they apply to everyday life. Join in with your own questions and comments. The sessions are recorded for broadcast on ABC Radio National and ABC Local Radio.

Copresented by ABC Science.



Panel  |  Science & Environment
Participants
Marcus Chown, Charley Lineweaver, David Braddon-Mitchell, Paul Willis (facilitator)

When
Sunday, May 24 2009
16:00 - 17:30

Where
Bangarra Theatre
Pier 4/5, Hickson Road
Walsh Bay
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Cost
Free

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MARCUS CHOWN (INTERNATIONAL)Chown, Marcus
MARCUS CHOWN is an award-winning writer and broadcaster. Formerly a radio astronomer at the California Institute of Technology, he is now cosmology consultant of the weekly science magazine New Scientist. The Magic Furnace, Marcus' second book, was chosen in Japan as one of the Books of the Year by Asahi Shimbun. In the UK, the Daily Mail called it "a dizzy page-turner with all the narrative devices you'd expect to find in Harry Potter". His latest book, Quantum Theory Cannot Hurt You, is the most accessible guide to quantum physics there is.
 marcuschown.com

also appearing at...
210: Marcus Chown in Conversation with Fred Watson
255: Ask Marcus Chown ANYTHING!
290: Black Holes, Wormholes and Vomit Balls in Space

CHARLEY LINEWEAVER (LOCAL)
Charley Lineweaver has research interests in astrobiology, cosmology and planetology. He is passionate about the science of space, and is much in demand for his ability to explain the wonders of cosmology in a way which everyone can understand.

PAUL WILLIS
Paul Willis holds a PhD in fossil crocodiles, which has nothing at all to do with the structure of the Universe, but he has hosted dozens of live science events and is guaranteed to provoke a stimulating and at times hilarious discussion.

DAVID BRADDON-MITCHELL (LOCAL )

David Braddon-Mitchell is a Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Sydney. He was previously at the University of Auckland and a Research Fellow at the Australian National University.

He works in Philosophy of Mind and metaphysics, and crosses borders into philosophy of science, philosophy of biology, ethics and political philosophy from time to time.

He is the author of articles in leading philosophy journals including The Journal of Philosophy, Nous, Mind, The British Journal for the Philosophy of Science, Philosophical Studies, Philosophy and Phenomenological Review, Synthese, Erkenntnis, Analysis, The Monist, Ratio, The Journal of Political Philosophy, and the Australasian Journal of Philosophy.

He is the author, with Frank Jackson, of The Philosophy of Mind and Cognition.