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What’s that sound?

(10 June 2005)

There is fun to be had by all the family on Tuesday 14 June 2005, when the Department of Physics of Durham University plays host to a free public talk.

The talk, entitled ‘What’s That Sound?’ by Dr Pete Edwards, uses demonstrations and interactivity to reveal the science behind sound.

Find out exactly what sound is, how sounds are made and how musical instruments work.

This talk takes place as part of the celebrations for 2005 being the ‘Year of Einstein’, which seeks to celebrate the excitement and diversity of physics today. It is one hundred years ago that Albert Einstein changed physics and the way we understand the world.

The talk starts at 6.30 pm and will last approximately 45 minutes.

For more information, please contact Dr P.J. Edwards, Department of Physics, Durham University, South Road, Durham DH1 3LE Tel: 0191 334 3782 e-mail: p.j.edwards@durham.ac.uk

Notes to editors:

Background for 2005 as Einstein Year

In 1905 Albert Einstein changed physics and the way we understand our world. One hundred years on Einstein Year is celebrating the excitement and diversity of physics today.

The aim of Einstein Year is ‘To enthuse young people, and those who influence them, about physics whilst building a sustainable increase in public awareness of physics and its role in society.’

Einstein Year is all about getting young people excited about physics, exploding the myth that physicists are white, middle-aged men with mad hair, and highlighting the huge contribution of contemporary physics to society.

The core messages are that physics is all about: Exploring the world around you, Discovering how things work, Inventing new ideas and new technology.

See http://www.einsteinyear.org for more details