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Fictions involving catastrophic cosmic explosions such as novae or supernovae range from narratives of a heroic, constructive drive outwards into the Universe to depressing and destructive apocalyptic fictions which posit the destruction of human culture and perhaps humanity itself. SF case studies nonetheless represent a rare engagement of popular culture with the details of stellar … Continue reading October 19 @ 8:00 pm - Prof Elizabeth Stanway – Cosmic Catastrophes →

We often think of the Sun as a constant, life-giving presence, but in reality, it has a volatile side that can cause real disruption here on Earth. In this talk, Professor Sean Elvidge explores the hidden world of space weather: how solar flares and geomagnetic storms, often invisible to us, can affect everything from satellite … Continue reading January 18, 2027 @ 8:00 pm - Prof Sean Elvidge – Sunny, With A Mild Chance Of Catastrophe →