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Source: Novosibirsk State University –
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"Darwin Week" will combine International Darwin Day and Russian Science Day. From February 9 to 14, lectures will be held on human evolution, cosmonautics, artificial intelligence, modern terrestrial ecosystems, writing, and even feminine ideals in literature. Experts will include scientists from NSU and Akademgorodok—paleontologist Igor Kosenko, geneticist Alexander Pilipenko, philosopher Oleg Donskikh, mathematician Sergei Ospichev, and philologist Sergei Vasiliev.
This year, the lecture will feature an invited guest: Vladimir Surdin, PhD in Physics and Mathematics, Associate Professor of the Physics Department of Moscow State University, and Senior Researcher at the P.K. Sternberg State Astronomical Institute (GAISh).
On Monday, February 9, Igor Kosenko will give his first lecture: "The Lost World of the Jehol Biota and the Origin of Modern Terrestrial Ecosystems." You'll learn about the Jehol Biota, what makes it famous, and how it helps paleontologists study ancient ecosystems.
On Tuesday, February 10, together with Alexander Pilipenko, we will walk through the pages of human evolutionary history and discover why humans evolved into the people they are today, with all their evolutionary strengths and weaknesses.
On Wednesday, February 11, philosopher Oleg Donskikh will give a lecture entitled "The Origin and Evolution of Writing." He will discuss why accountants were the creators of written culture, the role writing played in the development of the state, and much more.
Astronomer Vladimir Surdin will speak about the development of cosmonautics today. Together with his guest, we'll learn when ultra-fast space transport will appear and when interstellar expeditions will begin. The lecture will take place on Thursday, February 12.
On Friday, February 13, join mathematician Sergei Ospichev to explore how the concept of artificial intelligence has evolved, what ideas and technologies have driven the field forward, and why AI development isn't linear progress, but truly evolution.
We'll conclude Darwin Week on February 14 with a lecture by philologist Sergei Vasiliev, in which we'll learn how the ideal woman (as described in literature) has changed over the centuries.
You will find more detailed information about the lectures and experts on the websitePlease note that the event registration required.
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