The Edward H. Birkenmeier Distinguished Lectureship in Genetics and Evolution
Edward H. Birkenmeier, 1947-1996, was a member of the scientific staff of The Jackson Laboratory for sixteen years and a Senior Staff Scientist for five. The Birkenmeier Lectureship was founded to honor his memory and as a tribute to his enthusiasm and faith in science and learning. The lecturship is endowed through a fund established by Ed's family, friends, and colleagues. The funds are used to bring a distinguished scientist to the Jackson Laboratory for an annual lecture, usually in October, and open to the public. The first lecture was held in 1998.
The Lectureship committee is pleased to announce the 9th Edward H. Birkenmeier Lecture:
Dr. Dean Falk, Senior Scholar, School for Advanced Research, Santa Fe
Dr. Falk is an expert on the evolution of the brain. She will discuss her studies of the fossil remains of the "Hobbit"-sized humans discovered in Indonesia and their relationship to modern humans.
Friday, June 25th, 2010 at the Jackson Laboratory - C. C. Little Auditorium. Lecture at 4:00 PM followed by a reception from 5:30-7:00 PM in the Roscoe's dining commons
