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Cafe Scientifique expands with the Cafe Controversial series dealing with topics that tend to polarise public opinion. The University of Aberdeen in partnership with Satrosphere Science Centre host a brand new Café season from September to December. There are a range of topics such as cannabis, nuclear power and choosing the sex of a baby.
Cannabis is the most widely used illegal drug in the UK, yet cannabis-based medicines are approved for a range of conditions. In this launch event of the new series, Professor Ruth Ross from the University of Aberdeen Institute of Medical Sciences discusses cannabis and its role in the UK . Do the medical benefits square up with the drug’s status as a banned substance?
Visit the Cafe Scientifique website for information on all the Café series.
About Café Controversial
Where and When? Usually held on the middle Mondayof each month from September to December, Café Controversial sessions start at 7pm in the Tramsheds Coffee House at Satrosphere Science Centre.
What's the Cost?All sessions are FREE and open to everyone. Refreshments will be on sale and proceeds help support the venue cost. Speakers usually give up their time for free. Other costs are covered by a Scottish Government Science Engagement grant.
Satrosphere OffersCafé Controversial visitors will receive 10% off all full price purchases in the coffee house.