Date for 2014 - Oxford Colloquium, March 8th

The Oxford Colloquium will be held on March 8th, with fringe events happening on March 8th & 9th.
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WRGS Offshore Wind farms - November 26th

Challenges of Investigation and Design in Complex Ground for Offshore Wind farms
Imad Alobaidi & Andrew Benson
26th November / 6:30pm refreshments from 6pm
As part of the drive for a low carbon economy, offshore renewables are becoming increasingly important with major investments in offshore wind farms expected over the next ten years. With the increasing size of offshore wind farms being constructed in deeper waters with complex ground conditions, a reliable ground model and engineering parameters are essential for efficient design and construction.
Atkins, The Hub (Ground Floor), 500 Park Avenue, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4RZ
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New volcanic island south of Japam

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Build a dinosaur - 24th November

Build a Dinosaur!
Sunday, 24 November 2013
11am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm

Discover the science behind reconstructing dinosaurs and work with Robert Nicholls, the man rebuilding the Bristol Dinosaur, to create your very own dinosaur model and paint it in your choice of colours. More information on Bob's work is on his website, Paleocreations.
Suitable for 7 - 12 years. Aprons will be available but be prepared to get messy!
£10 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For details on how to book a place, contact M Shed reception on 0117 35 26600 or via email at info@mshed.org

Under the hammer

Has anyone got $9 million for fossils of Nanotyrannus, locked in combat with a Triceratops?

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42 year-old fire

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What about kayaking next to a lava flow?

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