Our events
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Franco - British Workshop on Strategic Metals 11-12th June 2012
The science and technology department of the French Embassy in the United Kingdom, together with the Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN), would like to invite British and French stakeholders to a free 2 day workshop on strategic metals.
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UCL-French Embassy Lectures 2011-12 Series Two: Research Frontiers - The (...)
Professor Bon proposes to expose some ideas about technological changes between Middle Paeliolithic and Upper Palaeolithic (and particularly the role of Aurignacian), and their sociological significance. Professor Thomas will give a general overview about modern human behaviour and the various hypotheses about its causes, before outlining his group’s hypothesis that demographic factors are critical, and the evidence. François and Mark’s presentations on how the human species emerged and thrived hold promise for a stimulating audience Q&A session, and continuing creative discussion during the reception to follow.
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Are You Game? - February - July 2012 at the Institut français
From 27 July to 12 August, all eyes will be on London and the 30th edition of the modern Olympic Games. Through several seminars, debates, talks and screenings, the Institut français proudly takes up its role as heir to Baron Pierre de Coubertin. We will host a series of sports-themed cultural events in South Kensington between February and July 2012. In these globalised times, is there any sense in upholding the spirit of de Coubertin and the modern Olympic Games? During the course of this inaugural conference, our speakers will join us in analysing what remains of that Olympic spirit, and the many varied factors that shape what it means today, such as sporting dominance and national identity, doping, TV rights and betting.
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Feedbacks from the British-French Algae Workshop in Partnership with (...)
This international workshop was organized to better understand the commercial opportunities and environmental challenges of using algal biomass across a range of market sectors. The workshop considered how the UK, French and Canadian science base together with industry can build on their knowledge and expertise in algal technology to establish new market opportunities in the emerging biofuel and biochemical industries, the food and feed sectors, the nutraceutical and pharmaceutical sectors and for personal-care products.
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UCL-French Embassy Lectures 2011-12 Series Two: Research Frontiers - The (...)
This is the second in a second series of UCL-French Embassy events proposed by Dr Serge Plattard, Counsellor for Science and Technology of the French Embassy in London, and UCL’s Pro-Provost (Europe), Professor Mike Wilson. The four events in Series One were linked to UCL’s society-focused Grand Challenges programme.
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Franco-British workshop on Responsible Innovation: From concepts to (...)
The science and technology department of the French Embassy in the United Kingdom in collaboration with the British Embassy in France, with sponsorship from ESRC and EPSRC, is pleased to announce a Franco-British workshop on responsible innovation to be held in London 23-24 May 2011.
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UCL-French Embassy Conférence : Supply and energy demand
UCL-French Embassy Conférence - Débat Series 2010/2011 - 4ème événement : L'offre et la demande d'énergie The event is the fourth in a series proposed by UCL’s Pro-Provost (Europe), Professor Mike Wilson, and Dr Serge Plattard, Counsellor for Science and Technology of the French Embassy in London, in which distinguished figures from research-intensive universities and industry in France and from UCL speak and debate on issues of major contemporary importance at the interfaces between science, technology and society.
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French Prime Minister, Francois Fillon, visits the LCN.
French Prime Minister, Francois Fillon, and Minister for Europe, Monsieur Laurent Wauquiez, visit the London Center for Nanotecthnology.
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UCL–French Embassy Conférence-Débat Series 2010/2011 - 3rd event : Climate (...)
In his lecture Professor Jouzel will speak on the contribution of palaeodata to the evidence for human-induced climate change. In his response Professor Rapley will focus on the importance of effective communication of climate research and monitoring by scientists to the public, policymakers and politicians.
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Franco-Scottish Science Seminar Series: Seven Keys to the Digital (...)
The Royal Society of Edinburgh and the French Embassy in London are collaborating in a three-year programme of science events designed to explore and publicly present areas of science where both Scotland and France have a powerful presence.
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Franco-British Seminar on Platform Molecules from Biomass – Challenges and (...)
This scientific seminar focused on talks and discussion about the relevant technical expertise and activities of the UK and French delegates in the areas of the production of platform molecules from biomass (Champagne-Ardenne-Picardy Industries and Agro Research Cluster and collaborators) and downstream chemistry of platform molecules (York Green Chemistry and Green Chemistry Network and collaborators). The aim of this seminar was to explore and identify opportunities for collaborative research on new supply chain partnerships aimed at producing the next generation of green and sustainable (bio) products that are both economically and environmentally viable, and meet the expectations of customers.
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Potential Human Health and Environmental Issues associated with (...)
10-11th March 2010, Paris Organised by the British Embassy Paris, the French Embassy London, the Institute of Occupational Medicine (Edinburgh) and the Commissariat aux Energies Renouvelables et Atomiques (CEA)
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The French Contribution in a World of Innovation
Oxford, 27th January 2010, Maison Française d’Oxford, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford London, 28th January 2010, The Residence of the French Ambassador Event jointly organised by Muriel Le Roux, Maison Française d’Oxford, Serge Plattard, Science and Technology Dept, French Embassy, with the support of Marc Ventresca, Saïd Business School, Oxford University
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Web Archiving
What did blogs look like at the turn of the last century? How did the candidates in the 2002 and 2007 French presidential elections, or the British General Elections of 2005, present themselves and their campaigns on their websites? Web archives, begun a few years ago, can now be accessed by the general public. Gildas Illien of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France (Paris) and Stephen Bury of the British Library will explain how web material has been saved, and which technological and legal problems must still be overcome. Institut Français Cultural Centre, Friday 03 October at 6pm
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Celebrating the bicentenary of the "Prix de l’Institut" awarded to Sir (...)
On 25th June 2008, a reception was held at the "Résidence de France" in London to commemorate the bicentenary of the "Prix de l'Institut" awarded to Sir Humphry Davy and to celebrate the continuous exchange of scientific knowledge between France and the UK, in particular through the mobility of scientists.
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Love Factually
A neurobiologist and a professor of psychology will investigate with you what the slushy, fizzy feeling of love means scientifically: Lucy Vincent knows all about the synaptic sparks that go off when we fall in love while Dave Perrett studies attractiveness and mate choice. But does all this scientific talk about love spoil the magic? Come see our speakers and find out for yourself!
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Extremely premature babies: challenges in perinatal care
Despite dramatic improvement in the perinatal care of the most premature babies, neurological impairment incidence remains high. Come and learn how, using different approaches, scientists try to save these babies. The Novartis Foundation on Thursday 28th February 2008, at 6pm. The presentations are now available on this website
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Cheese and Bread making
Following the success of last year’s Christmas edition dedicated to chocolate and wine, come and listen to two scientists working to improve the perfect way to end a meal… Chandos House on Tuesday 4 December, at 6pm.
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Carbon Capture and Storage
As part of the "Anglo-French scientific discussion seminars" spanning all domains of science, the Science and Technology Department of the French Embassy in the UK was pleased to present the seminar « Carbon Capture and Storage : general overview and future developments... ». The presentations are now available on this website
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Tele-vision of Justice
Today just watching a legal series like Outlaws (UK) or Ally McBeal (US) is sufficient for audiences to acquire criteria about how their legal system works. What are the characteristics of these television fictions which make them so effective and informative ? How do they advance a citizen’s awareness of legal issues at the same time as they enhance his/her skills as a television viewer ? The Novartis Foundation on Wednesday 13 June, at 6pm
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Immunisation: Science, Politics and the Media
Today, the growing public concern about vaccination has become a central scientific and media debate. In the past, vaccination was a promise of the best level of health for all. The Novartis Foundation on Tuesday 27th March, at 6pm.
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At the extremes of existence
Two intrepid researchers plan to take you up the highest mountains where you find some of the harshest environments on earth. Prof. Jean-Pierre Richalet studies how alpine athletes can avoid “mountain sickness” when starved of oxygen, while later in March Dr Mike Grocott will be conducting on Mount Everest the largest human biology study ever at high altitude. This event will include the screening of the film "Himalaya" by Eric Valli. Ciné Lumière, Institut Français Cultural Centre, Thursday 15th March, conference 6pm to 7.30pm, film 8.30pm.
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Dr Philip Dyer, from the University of Durham, is awarded the 20th (...)
The 20th annual Franco-British Prize will be awarded to the British scientist Dr Philip Dyer, for his work in synthetic chemistry, at the French Ambassador's Residence in London, on March 7th 2007.
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Science Event - Microgeneration and energy savings could make your building (...)
Come and learn how new technologies can provide energy from renewable resources, discover how to save energy through a good building conception. The Novartis Foundation on Thursday 15 February 2007, at 6pm.
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Lecture by Professor Yves Chauvin, 2005 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Professor Yves Chauvin, 2005 Nobel Prize in chemistry, will give a lecture on Wednesday 6th December at 6pm at Imperial College London.
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When wine meets chocolate: the benefits of phenolic compounds
Prepare a guilt-free Christmas with two scientists involved in healthy eating and drinking. The Novartis Foundation on Tuesday 28 November, at 6pm.
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My DNA: is it mine? Should I give it to a databank?
By Dr. Pierre-Antoine Gourraud, geneticist, Toulouse University III, Dr. Jane Kaye, lawyer, ETHOX Centre, Oxford University and Prof. Richard Ashcroft, ethicist, Queen Mary, University of London. Royal Society of Medicine on Tuesday 14 November 2006 at 6pm.
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Earthquakes and tsunami: what does the future hold for us?
Earthquakes and tsunami: what does the future hold for us? By Dr. Sandy Steacy, Geophysics research Group, University of Ulster and Prof. Geoff King, Institut de Physique du Globe, Paris The Royal Society of Medicine on Wednesday 18th October 2006 at 6pm.
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New therapeutic perspectives for brain injury and disease
Seminar given by Prof. Nancy Rothwell, School of Biological Sciences, The University of Manchester and Prof. Alain Buisson, Institute of Applied Biology and Biochemistry, University of Caen, France Royal Society of Medicine, 29 June 2006 at 6pm.
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Optics in the living world: from imaging to mimicking
Seminar by Dr P. Vukusic, School of Physics, Exeter University and Dr H. Rigneault, Mosaïc Project, Institut Fresnel, Marseille, France Royal Society of Medicine, 17th May 2006 at 6pm.
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Open Source and Free Softwares: a success story?
Seminar by Pr E. Steinmueller, SPRU, Science and Technology Policy Research, University of Sussex and Dr JM. Dalle, University Paris 6 and IMRI, University Paris 10, Paris. Royal Society of Medicine, 22th March 2006 at 6pm.
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Designing cities of the future
Seminar by Dr Koen Steemers, Martin Centre for Architectural and Urban Studies, Cambridge University and M. Pascal Gontier, Lille School of Architecture, France. Royal Society of Medicine, 21st February at 6pm.
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Synchro’ what? Synchrotrons!
Scientific seminar by Dr T. Sorensen, Diamond Light Source Ltd, Didcot (UK) and Dr P. Dumas, Synchrotron Soleil, StAubin (France). Royal Society of Medicine, Wednesday 25 January 2006 at 6pm
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The nanoscale workshop: what can we build?
Seminar given by Dr C. Joachim, Nanosciences Group, CEMES, CNRS, Toulouse (France) and Prof M. Welland, Nanoscale Science Group, University of Cambridge (UK). Royal Society of Medicine, 7th December at 6pm
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Role of ocean circulation in abrupt climatic changes
Seminar given by Prof. H. Bryden, FRS, University of Southampton and Dr. D. Paillard, Science of Climate and Environment Laboratory, CEA-CNRS, Gif sur Yvette, France. Royal Society of Medicine, 9th November at 6pm.
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Biometrics challenges and standards: what’s at stake?
Seminar given by Prof. B. Dorizzi and Dr. F. Deravi at the Royal Society of Medicine, 12 October 2005 at 6.00pm.
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The future of the treatments of obesity
Seminar given by Prof. Steve Bloom, Imperial College, London and Prof. Philippe Froguel, Institut Pasteur, Lille. Royal Society of Medicine, 21 September 2005 at 6pm.
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An appetising science
The Royal Institution, Friday 16 September7pm.