On Tuesday 10 March, Studium Generale will launch a new lecture series on the concept of genius. The first lecture will be hosted by Geert Vanpaemel, Professor History of Science, KU Leuven, in the Karl Dittrichzaal (Student Services Centre) from 19.30-21.30. Register at sg-lectures@maastrichtuniversity.nl. Admission: UM students €10, UM employees and students from other schools €25, Others €50.
Next dates: 17 and 24 March, 7 and 14 April 2015
Science is one of the major sources of progress in society. Our scientific genius is one of our most precious resources.
But the genius of science still remains a mystery. Is it an uncontrollable element of our best minds, or can it be stimulated by political and economic incentives?
This series of lectures presents an analysis of the concept of the genius, through various historical episodes involving some sort of genius. It investigates the nature of our beliefs in scientific genius, and points to the growing importance of public debates on science.
The lectures:
1. Newton and the Bolsheviks (10 Mar)
2. Darwinism and Modern Times (17 Mar)
3. Frankenstein and the Endless Frontier (24 Mar)
4. Einstein in China (7 Apr)
5. The Wonderful World of Walt Disney (14 Apr)
Registration: sg-lectures@maastrichtuniversity.nl
Admission: UM students €10| UM employees and students from other schools €25 | Others €50
