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The Royal Institution

Apr 3

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  • Event
    Academia & Research
  • From: Jun 15, 06:00 PM
    To: Jun 15, 07:30 PM

About

  • Join neuroscientist and physicist Kelly Clancy as she delves into our unrelenting fascination with games. Beyond mere entertainment, games serve as dynamic tools for learning about the world, understanding the intricacies of our minds, and even forecasting the future. But these insights beg the question: what happens when games blur the line between fiction and reality?
  • Kelly will trace the evolution of games since the Enlightenment, traversing diverse realms such as military theory, biology, AI, neuroscience and the evolving landscape of democracy.
  • From the influence of war games on the outcomes of actual conflicts in nineteenth and twentieth-century Europe to the transformative impact of game theory on our understanding of human behaviour, games have left an indelible mark. Discover their profound effects on all aspects of our society, from technology to economics and politics.
  • Theatre audience: £16/£10, Ri Members or Ri Patrons: £7

When & where

JUN

15

Date and Time

Jun 15, 06:00PM

The Royal Institution

The Ri is an independent charity that inspires everyone to think more deeply about science and its place in our lives.

Fashion & Arts
Industry
11-50
Employees
1799
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Royal Institution is an independent charity dedicated to connecting people with the world of science. Science shapes our lives, our culture and the world around us. It’s the medical treatment that may save your life. It’s the device in your pocket that connects you to the world. And it’s how we will solve the major global challenges of the future. Our mission is to harness science for the maximum benefit of society. The importance of our mission cannot be overstated. It was recognised by the 58 wealthy individuals who founded the Ri in 1799 and is just as relevant today. But to achieve the full benefits of what science has to offer, we must ensure that there is a healthy interaction between science and society – something we have pioneered for more than 200 years. There are multiple ways to get involved and support the Ri and to think more deeply about the wonders and applications of science.

Benefits

  • 10% discount in Ri Cafe

  • A group pension scheme based on a matched contribution of up to 7% of salary

  • Opportunity for hybrid working where business need allows

  • Annual leave entitlement of 25 days, plus all public holidays

  • Enhanced sickness, maternity, paternity and adoption pay