Origins of Existence
by Harley Berger, Vice-President
How did life emerge in the universe? Was it God's will? The
inevitable natural outcome of the ascending ladder of complexity supported
by our universe? Dumb luck? All of the above?
For an analysis and discussion of a question as old as conscious thought,
join us on Saturday, August 16, when our guest will be astrophysicist
Dr. Fred Adams of the University of Michigan.
Dr. Adams will discuss his new book "Origins of Existence" which, starting
with the "Big Bang," offers a new perspective on how the laws of physics
can create galaxies, stars, planets, and, eventually, even ourselves.
Among other startling ideas, Dr. Adams' book argues that life began inside
our planet, not on its surface---and that the universe exists in a forest
of universes in space-time.
You won't want to miss this opportunity to hear and interact with Dr.
Adams, a world-renowned theorist on star and planet formation, whose ideas
have influenced a generation of thinkers. His quick intellect and gift for
explaining complex, abstract phenomena in everyday language promise an
evening that will be both enlightening and enjoyable. |
