A new research colloquium series focusing on humans\u2019 dark environmental impacts on the world and the bright possibilities for the future is launching next week with a discussion about Brock University\u2019s involvement in defining the Anthropocene, a new epoch in geological time.<\/p>\n
Organized by the Faculty of Mathematics and Science (FMS), \u2018The Anthropocene: From Dusk till Dawn\u2019 will feature speakers from Brock and the external community discussing some of the ways human influence is significantly changing the Earth and what is being done to remedy its negative effects.<\/p>\n
FMS Dean Peter Berg says the series seeks to unravel the complexities of the Anthropocene era and foster a multidisciplinary dialogue that is as diverse as the epoch itself.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis series isn’t just about understanding a new geological epoch, it’s about shaping future life on our planet,\u201d he says. \u201cThe confluence of ideas from our talented researchers and community members can ignite the spark of innovation and stewardship necessary to navigate the Anthropocene.\u201d<\/p>\n
The series kicks off Monday, Nov. 13 with a presentation from Brock Earth Sciences Professor Francine McCarthy about her long-running research<\/a> with Brock Earth Sciences Professor Martin Head and Carleton University Earth Sciences Professor Tim Patterson studying the geology of Crawford Lake in Milton, Ont., which has been selected as the site that will allow the Anthropocene to be defined as a new epoch in geological time.<\/p>\n