BRUNEL University in Uxbridge is restarting its free public lecture series in which leading academics  uncover the facts, fiction and fantasy behind some of the most important issues facing society today.

The expert panellists will tackle four distinct topics on the theme of What Lies Beneath? each Wednesday evening in February.

The first debate on Wednesday, February 7, at 6.30pm is Plastic Pollution and the Planet – Stemming the Rising Tide.

Environmental scientists Prof Susan Jobling and Prof Andreas Kortenkamp will be joined by media sociologist Dr Lesley Henderson to explore the damaging effect of chemicals, contaminants and plastics in our society and to ask whether there is a solution to the ever-growing problem of pollutants in our daily lives.

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Other themes being explored in the series are:

Trust in the Establishment – a crisis in confidence?
Me, Myself and AI – artificial intelligence and human identity
Designing (for) Happiness – space, solitude and the senses


Everyone is welcome and there will be an opportunity to ask questions.

Parking is free and there is a cash bar available from 5.30pm in the Eastern Gateway Atrium. You can stay after each debate for a drink and discussion.

Tickets are free but it’s wise to book a seat at www.brunel.ac.uk/PublicLectures