Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell - You are made of star stuff

Join us for an extraordinary evening with Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell, the renowned astrophysicist who revolutionised our understanding of the universe with her discovery of pulsars as a PhD student at the University of Cambridge. Currently affiliated with the University of Oxford, Dame Jocelyn continues to inspire and educate in the field of astrophysics.

In this captivating lecture, Dame Jocelyn will take us on a cosmic journey, exploring the fascinating connection between the human body and the stars. She will identify the most common atoms found in our bodies and reveal their celestial origins, demonstrating how these elements were forged in the cosmic furnaces we call stars – considered to be the factories of the universe.

Despite the controversy surrounding the 1974 Nobel Prize in Physics, which was awarded to her supervisor for the pulsar discovery, Dame Jocelyn has remained a tireless advocate for science and a role model for aspiring physicists worldwide. Her resilience and dedication to her field have earned her numerous prestigious accolades throughout her career.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from one of the most influential and inspiring figures in modern astronomy.