We've discussed the Nobel Prize 2017 in Physiology, awarded for discoveries of molecular mechanisms controlling the
circadian rhythm. The discussion went on to the recent observation of gravitational waves form a neutron star merger. We've also discussed the Gaia hypothesis, mother trees and the origin of homo sapiens. Following books, articles and talks have been recommended:
Gaia theory:
"Atmospheric homeostasis by and for the biosphere the gaia hypothesis", James Lovelock
Mother trees:
https://www.ted.com/talks/suzanne_simard_how_trees_talk_to_each_other/transcript#t-143430
Homo sapiens:
"Sapiens" by Yuval Noah Harari
"The Righteous Mind: Why Good People are divided by Politics and Religion" by Jonathan Haidt
This Journal Club took place on the 19th of October. Number of attendees: 8.
The next Journal Club meets on Thursday, 2nd November.
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