Category Archives: Science Group

We had an interesting and varied final session of 2024. We started with our series of ‘5 minute talks’. Group members each have a scientist from different eras and from different disciplines. The talks were to highlight the significant contribution … Continue reading →

Science At our November meeting Chris Garner gave a very interesting illustrated talk about working in the oil industry. Chris has operated in many locations across the world and his talk had a focus on his experience whilst working for … Continue reading →

Our next meeting is on 15th November at 10am to 11.50am. Part 1  Chris Garner has a presentation about the oil industry with a particular reference to his time spent on oil rigs in different parts of the world. Part … Continue reading →

At the September meeting we started with a presentation about the very early days of coal mining with its hard physical labour and long working hours. Bob Gow was on hand to explain about the difference mechanisation made to productivity … Continue reading →

*An opportunity for all members:* A presentation about aspects of Dementia Dementia is a syndrome of brain decline that affects memory, thinking, language, mood and behaviour. Different types of dementia can affect people differently, and everyone will experience symptoms in … Continue reading →