Celebrating the acclaimed EarthBound exhibition at the Museum of Making, join microscopist Dr Alex Ball, entomologist Prof Karim Vahed and wildlife photographer Alex Hyde for this unforgettable event.
In discussion, the panel will explore how modern imaging techniques allow us to unravel the mysteries of micro life hidden all around us. Learn why soil health matters to all life on earth, especially us, and meet the countless invertebrates and microorganisms that run the planet.
Dr Alex Ball is the former head of Imaging and Analysis at the Natural History Museum and has a 35 year career as an imaging specialist. He is also vice-chair of the Royal Microscopical Society’s Outreach and Education Committee where his interests include making electron microscopy more accessible to the public. He’s also worked with visually impaired children to allow them to experience microscopy through tactile models of magnified objects which they have helped to develop.
Alex Hyde is an award-winning wildlife photographer specialising in insects and microscopic life. He is one of the principal artists of the EarthBound project, currently exhibiting at the Museum of Making. See more of his work at www.alexhyde.co.uk
Professor Karim Vahed has had a lifelong interest in insects and other invertebrates. He is currently England Manager for Buglife: the Invertebrate Conservation Trust. He is also Professor Emeritus in Entomology at the University of Derby, where he lectured for nearly 3O years and conducted research on the behaviour, ecology and conservation of crickets and bush-crickets.
Image courtesy of Alex Hyde.
Suitable for Adults (18+)Booking essential. Limited places.
