Showcasing Science Reception

11 October

Adam Room, Lloyd's, One Lime Street, London, 6.30pm;

The reception will provide a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow alumni and to learn about the latest developments at the University. We are thrilled that our keynote speaker will be Professor Kevin Gaston, Director of the University of Exeter’s Environment and Sustainability Institute (ESI).

The Super Natural: The power of ecosystems

Politicians, scientists, and commentators are only now starting to appreciate the true value of our natural environments. Ecosystems around the world are delivering vital benefits to humanity, and these ‘services’ are becoming a hot topic of international debate and shaping policies on environmental issues. Professor Gaston will talk about some of the questions being raised, the challenges being faced, and the answers being found.

Hosted by Dr Richard Ward, Hon LLD (Chemistry, 1979, PhD 1982), CEO at Lloyd’s the event will be attended by Professor Sir Steve Smith, along with Professor Ken Evans and Professor Mark Goodwin.

Cost: £20 per person, £10 for alumni graduating since 2006

Location: Lloyds, One Lime Street, London EC3M 7HA

Venue Details: Adam Room at Lloyd's London. This room was originally designed by Robert Adam in 1763 as part of Bowood House in Wiltshire.  The entire room was purchased by Lloyd's and now provides a striking contrast with the post-modern architecture of the present Lloyd's building. 

Booking:  RSVP by 30 September 2011 using the booking form to: Julie Passmore, Development and Alumni Office, Northcote House, The Queens Drive, Exeter, EX4 4QJ.

For more information, please contact Julie at j.m.passmore@exeter.ac.uk or on 01392 723141

Further Information: The evening will begin with a drinks reception at 6:30pm, followed by welcome addresses at approximately 7:00pm. From 7.45pm guests are invited to enjoy drinks and canapés.