BBC presenter is bringing the Amazon to Chelmsford
Relive Greg Foot’s epic trip during event at city’s week-long extravaganza of science
Greg Foot at the Tambopata Research Centre in Peru
Get ready for a wild journey as popular BBC presenter Greg Foot brings the Amazon rainforest to life at the Chelmsford Science Festival this month.
The award-winning science presenter and producer is perhaps best known for his weekly BBC Radio 4 series Sliced Bread.
During his Rainforest Lab Talk, Foot will use stunning videos to introduce the amazing work being done at the Tambopata Research Centre in Peru, from identifying monkeys using artificial intelligence, to using drones to map flowering Brazil nut trees.
The free talk, which takes place on Tuesday, October 28 at Anglia Ruskin University’s Chelmsford campus, will be followed by a Q&A session and an opportunity to meet the presenter.
“Having the chance to explore the Amazon rainforest was a truly epic experience. The journey gave me some unforgettable memories and moments.
“I’m really looking forward to revisiting my trip and sharing the highlights at the Chelmsford Science Festival. Hopefully my talk will inspire others to embrace adventure and discovery.”
Greg FootThe event takes place from 6.30pm until 8.30pm on Tuesday, October 28. To book a free place, visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rainforest-lab-talk-tickets-1360576102749
Those unable to make the event in-person can stream the event online. To book a place for the virtual talk, visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rainforest-lab-talk-livestreamed-event-tickets-1818673845429
The Chelmsford Science Festival is organised by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), sponsored by Teledyne e2v and held in partnership with Chelmsford City Council and Chelmsford For You, and it runs until Tuesday, 28 October.
The festival features around 30 talks and events across the city and Writtle, most of which are free of charge to attend.
“It’s a pleasure to be welcoming such a high-profile and knowledgeable presenter in Greg Foot to speak at the Chelmsford Science Festival.
“We’re delighted to be providing such a rich programme of captivating events for people in the city and the surrounding area to enjoy.”
Professor Laurie Butler, Pro Vice Chancellor and Dean of the Faculty of Science and Engineering at ARUFor further information on all festival events, visit aru.ac.uk/events/chelmsford-science-festival