*Free but booking required – see below for details*

Join us this Science Week for two fascinating talks at Rothe House & Garden.

Organised by the Kilkenny Science Festival, the first event, on November 12th, will focus on Chemistry in the Movies.

Dr John O’Donoghue will provide a scientific and filmographic look at how chemists and chemistry have been portrayed in the movies – using short clips and graphics to talk about the topic.

The movies chosen for this discussion are based around a number of themes; problem solving, plot devices, chemical companies and people!

This talk is mainly aimed at adults and older teenagers since there are some references to movies and adult themes which are certified 15/16.

Date: November 12th
Time: 7.30pm-8.30pm
Booking: Free but booking required, click here.

The second talk, on November 13th, Serial Killers: Fascination with True Crime, will look at why we are so drawn to the darkest stories!

Join two psychologists, Dr Lorraine Bowman Grieve and Dr Jennifer O’Mahoney as they explore our fascination with true crime and serial killers. Exploring facts and fiction, and why these stories grip us so tightly.

Suitable for adults only.

Date: November 13th
Time: 7.30pm-8.30pm
Booking: Free but booking required, click here.