The next Vectis Astronomical Society talk explores the incredible achievements of the post-Moon era.
Presented by Neil Phillipson, Mankind’s Next Giant Leap takes place on Friday 27th September 2024 at 7.30pm at Newchurch Pavilion, Watery Lane, Newchurch (nearest postcode: PO36 0LX).
This shows how the vast body of work the scientific community has done since the Moon landings has led us to the moment when we shall, at last, become a space-faring civilisation, ready to explore and colonise the Solar System and beyond – bringing vast benefits to Earth and transforming society for the better.
Neil Phillipson presents a bold vision of a better future – one in which innovation and progress flourish while war, poverty, illness and hunger are relegated to history. A brain-busting, awe-inspiring shot of humankind’s true potential – delivered in one hour!
About the speaker
Neil Phillipson studied for a Masters degree in Space Science from the University of Kent.
He is the former owner of Astronomia (a UK astronomy retailer), during which he trained over 1,000 people to use their telescopes, ran beginners’ astrophotography courses and advised astronomers at all levels on their equipment, as well as carrying out service and repair of most types of instruments.
His other roles include:
- Observatory designer and creator of Home Farm Observatories.
- Host of “Tour of the Universe” – astronomy-based full theatrical production touring eight large UK theatres in 2014 in partnership with BBC Sky at Night magazine.
- Technical Founder of Sky Village BG – the world’s first dedicated astronomy village.
- TEDx Speaker
Regular series of monthly events
Vectis Astronomical Society is pleased to welcome Neil Phillipson to the Isle of Wight for this talk in the regular monthly series of events, which are open to the public as well as VAS members.
We ask for a suggested donation of £2.50 for non-members.
Let the organisers know you plan to attend by visiting the Facebook event page.
News shared by Simon Gardner on behalf of the Vectis Astronomical Society. Ed
