Robert Boyle
winter Gathering
The Winter Gathering takes place in Dublin and held on a saturday close to Robert Boyle’s birthday, 25 january.
2027 THEME: To Be Announced
- 23 JANUARY, 2027
- RDS Dublin
Robert Boyle Winter Gathering
The 2026 Robert Boyle Winter Gathering was held on Saturday 24th January in the RDS Dublin.
The Winter Gathering features a day of talks focused on the place of science in culture, for scientists and non-scientists alike.
Keep an eye out for the 2027 programme.
THE SPEAKERS
Programme of Events
10:00
Welcome
Marian Corcoran, Chair of RDS Science and Technology Committee
10:10
Introduction
Eoin Gill
10:30
Philosophy of Mind in the Early Modern Period
Prof James O’Shea
11:15
Coffee Break
Morning Session: Part 2
Chair: Dr Nora Salaberry
11:30
Mind and Matter: a Neuroscientist’s Perspective
Prof Richard Roche
12:15
RDS Boyle Medallists
Brian Trench
12:35
Mind and Magic
Ella Nicholson
*Lunch not provided. There are several pubs and cafes nearby.
Afternoon Session
Chair: Nollaig Healy
14:15
Free Agent: How Life Evolved the Power to Choose
Dr Kevin Mitchell
15:00
Panel Discussion
Prof James O’Shea, Dr Kevin Mitchell, Dr Keith Wilson. Chair: Dr Ida Milne
16:00
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This event is organised by CALMAST, South East Technological University’s STEM Engagement Centre in partnership with the Royal Dublin Society, and Lismore Heritage Centre. Thanks to the sponsors, this event is free but booking is essential.
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