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Simon Singh, author of Fermat's Last Theorem and The Code Book, talks about his latest book, Big Bang, a history of cosmology. As well as explaining what the Big Bang theory actually is, Simon will recount how the theory emerged and tell the story of the brilliant and eccentric scientists who fought against the establishment idea of an eternal and unchanging cosmos. He will also look at the astronomical evidence in favour of a Big Bang moment of creation and discuss why today's cosmologists remain confident that the Big Bang theory is an accurate description of the origin and evolution of the universe. The lecture is likely to include Led Zeppelin, the teletubbies and an electrified gherkin.
Wednesday 7.30pm to 9pm, June 1
Course code 054003 $27 Booking Essential 6488 2433 or online http://www.extension.uwa.edu.au
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