Café Culture welcomes you to a season of discussions on culture, politics, philosophy and science. The Events: Our events are open to and welcome everyone. No prior knowledge is needed. Events are free and take place on Mondays (usually the first and third) from 7pm prompt until 9pm. Events are held at Gingers Café at Dance City, Temple Street, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 4BR You can enjoy a meal in the café beforehand, or snacks and drinks during the break. A three minute walk from Central Station (railway and Metro). NCP car park next to the venue via Waterloo Street. Secure bicycle parking outside. Nearest taxi rank: Central Station. Wheelchair access. Please note we provide a hearing induction loop system at all our events unless otherwise stated. Follow us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/cafeculturenortheast Podcast produced by PodcastDigital.co.uk
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Episode 11: Café Scientifiqué - Can we read the mind? Should we? - Gary Green
Modern brain scanners allow unprecedented non-invasive access to the human brain. This is invaluable in healthcare and has helped to make major advances in the scientific understanding of brain processes. Recently, they have been used to show decision-making in the brain, including predicting behaviours. How far can we and should we go in reading the mind? Gary Green, York University, will discuss what is currently possible and debate associated ethics. Podcast recorded June 17th 2013