Upcoming conference in Hungary: Astronomy and Civilization
26 June 2009
The conference "Astronomy and Civilization", being held in Budapest on 10-13 August 2009 to celebrate IYA2009, is an exceptional multidisciplinary event which faces the most challenging questions of science, philosophy, religion and art. Its motto and central theme are based on the view that "the level of knowledge attained in all ages has been determined by the generally accepted theory of the Universe" (Paul Couderc in Histoire de l'Astronomie, 1960, page 8). The goal of the conference is to call attention to the close relationships between astronomy, natural sciences, philosophy, and civilization, and their influence in the shaping of our future.
The conference is organised by the Konkoly Observatory of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, the Lorand Eotvos Physical Society, and the Lorand Eotvos University. Individuals and groups interested in attending are encouraged to visit the official website, where details are readily available: http://www.konkoly.hu/AC2009/
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