Hidden Laws of Life, Growth, Death, and Singularities 🌍✨

Get ready for an intriguing evening, Earthlings! This edition of Science and Cocktails features the brilliant Geoffrey West, a distinguished physicist who transitioned from the world of particles at Los Alamos to explore the broad spectrum of life itself—from cells to sprawling cities and the intricate fabric of socio-economic systems.

West, a former President of the Santa Fe Institute and acclaimed author of the best-selling book Scale, will present “The Future of the Planet: Hidden Laws of Life, Growth, Death, and Singularities—from Organisms to Cities and the Anthroposphere.” Prepare to be captivated by his insights! 🌌

But that’s not all! The evening will also showcase the melancholic indie sounds of PARSUM and the energetic beats from Copyflex. 🎶

Tickets 🎟️

• Seated tickets: Paid
• Standing tickets: Free until 20:00. Make sure to arrive before 20:00 to enjoy the entire event. After 20:00, entry will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

What to Expect? 🤔

Have you ever pondered why we grow until a certain point, average around 100 years of life, or require 8 hours of sleep? Why do living beings and companies face aging and death while cities continue to flourish? Can the planet's rapid growth sustain itself, or are we facing critical tipping points? Are we teetering on the brink of 'the end of the world'?

West will delve into these fascinating topics, highlighting the hidden mathematical simplicity underlying life's complexity. From metabolism to urban infrastructure, these universal scaling laws govern our existence, production, and environmental challenges—including the looming threats of singularities and systemic collapse.

About Geoffrey West 👨‍🔬

Geoffrey West, a theoretical physicist and the Distinguished Shannon Professor, is widely recognized for his research in scaling laws and for founding the Metabolic Theory of Ecology. With a rich academic history that includes prestigious positions at Stanford and Imperial College, London, his work has been celebrated at international forums like TED and Davos, and featured in major media including Time magazine's list of most influential people in 2007.

About PARSUM 🎤

Meet PARSUM—a trio of gifted musicians from the Danish music scene. Fusing acoustic and electronic sounds, they create immersive and unique auditory experiences. Each member contributes to a style that promises a refreshing listen!

Event Details:
📍 Refshalevej 2, 1436, København
📅 October 10, 17:00 - 19:00
This event will be held in English and generously supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation.

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