The lecture will explore examples of how careful research can be the foundation of progress towards a better world. The 2024 Esmond B. Martin RGS Prize will also be presented.
Booking for in-person attendance is required.
About Monday night lectures
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Monday night lectures are open to Fellows and Members and are included in the cost of membership.
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Monday night lectures are held in person in the Ondaatje Theatre and the bar will be open in the Map Room before and after the lecture. Please be advised all payments are card only.
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All Fellows and Members wanting to attend in person must pre-book a free ticket.
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All Monday night lectures are livestreamed via our website so you can watch them from wherever you are.
Venue: Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR
- Monday night lecture
Traditional remedies: herbalism and magic in 19th century Myanmar
This lecture explores how in the 19th century physical and mental illnesses were treated with herbal remedies gathered in the since decimated forests of Myanmar and with magic potions, prepared by spirit specialists.
Open to allMonday 29 April 2024 - Monday night lecture
What has been happening in Iceland?
Iceland has been in the news over the past few months because of another 'Icelandic eruption'. The one in 2010 caused travel chaos. What can we expect in the future?
Open to allMonday 13 May 2024 - Monday night lecture
Everest24 anniversary lecture
Join us for an evening exploring the 1924 attempted ascent of Everest and the transformations in climbing today.
Open to allMonday 20 May 2024