Summer School

2022, Summer School

Robert Boyle Summer School 2022

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Boyle’s father Richard was the most successful colonial adventurer in 16th /17th Century Ireland. Income from lands in Ireland help fund Boyle’s scientific programme. Boyle also had interests in certain colonial enterprises. In the succeeding centuries there has been an interrelationship between science and colonialism. It is timely to examine these issues and we will consider the Boyle family, Boyle’s own interests, the relationship between science and colonialism and the part Irish people played in colonial ventures. As is our custom, in light of the past, we look at current and future issues.

2021, Summer School

Robert Boyle Summer School 2021

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In science, one is rarely alone, as it often involves teamwork and collaboration. Ideas and concepts are discussed with peers, as was the case for Robert Boyle and his sister in the 17th century. While it was socially acceptable for his sister to do charity work, it was not acceptable for her to publish her work due to the need to preserve her reputation. Unfortunately, there is no evidence of her work except in her letters. This year’s summer school focused on women in science, technology, engineering and maths, who are often overlooked.

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