What Came First the Volcano or the Earthquake?
Professor Ben Kennedy was only 5 years old when he first asked the question “Why do volcanoes erupt?”. Now, 44 years later, he is still asking the same question, but has much cooler toys. Ben will share his passion for magma, bubbles, cracks and pressure as he explains the interactions between earthquakes and volcanoes, the crazy experiments involved in exploring how magma makes its way to the surface, and shares tales of erupting volcanoes.
Bio
Dr Ben Kennedy is a science communicator and Professor in the School of Earth and Environment at the University of Canterbury. Ben is driven by an insatiable curiosity and sense of fun and adventure to learn more about volcanoes. Through his work, Ben travels the world collecting measurements and rocks for analysis. His experiments are focussed on predicting volcanic eruptions and exploring how to better manage volcanic impacts.
Event
Tuesday 10 September, 8:00pm @Two Thumb Colombo, 380 Colombo Street, Sydenham
Also speaking at this location at 6:30pm is Sally Gaw
