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Arthur I. Miller, Author and Emeritus Professor of History and Philosophy of Science at UCL Department of Science and Technology Studies 12 April 6 - 7 pm Creative Art, Creative Science: Their connections and what they tell us about the mind date: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 time: 6 -7 pm location: South Wing Garwood Lecture Theatre University College London, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT Abstract: Artists and scientists alike seek out visual images of worlds both visible and invisible. They attempt to ‘read’ nature in very similar ways: artists make drawings as they work towards the finished canvas while scientists use mathematics as a tool to work towards a scientific theory. I will explore this fascinating realm of highly speculative thought and look into some fundamental questions: Are there similarities in the creative processes of artists and scientists? If so, what are they? And how can cognitive science help us understand the nature of creativity? For more on my work, please see my website – www.arthurimiller.com. how to find Garwood LT: Once you enter the main UCL gate at Gower Street, you will face the Portico in the UCL quadrangle courtyard. Please take the right hand side diagonal and walk to the right corner of the building. You will see the brass table indicating South Wing. Enter the second entrance door at the South Wing, and you will find the Garwood Lecture Theatre on the first floor. There will be signs from the entrance that will help you to find the exact location easily. You may also consult the UCL map at: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/about-ucl/location/maps Tesla website: http://tesla.byethost10.com Best wishes, Gordana Tesla Curator www.gordananovakovic.net