USU's Science Unwrapped Asks 'What Does Growth Mean?' Friday, Nov. 4

We casually throw around the term “exponential growth,” but what does it really mean?

Utah State University physicist Rob Davies will explain this concept at USU’s Science Unwrapped on Friday, Nov. 4, and discuss how it relates to varied challenges in our lives — ranging from viruses to economic growth to humanity’s impact on the planet.

Davies, professional practice associate professor in USU’s Department of Physics and the Ecology Center, presents “Fantasies of Continuous Growth: Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud” at 7 p.m. in the Emert Auditorium, Room ESLC 130, of the Eccles Science Learning Center on campus. Directions and parking information are available on the program’s website.

Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Hands-on learning activities led by USU student groups and community volunteers, along with refreshments, follow Davies’ presentation. The talk will also be livestreamed via AggieCast from the Science Unwrapped website.

Davies is the third speaker in Science Unwrapped’s 2022-23 “Ch-Ch-Changes” series, which explores the science of change from different scientific disciplines.

“With a nod to the late musical legend David Bowie, Science Unwrapped explores the science of change — including dramatic changes we see in our climate and environment, as well as a broad view of change from varied scientific perspectives,” says Greg Podgorski, Science Unwrapped chair, associate dean in the College of Science and professor in the Department of Biology. “We’re looking forward to hearing Dr. Davies’ talk about growth that’s occurring all around us.”

Established in 2009, Science Unwrapped is a public outreach program of USU’s College of Science. Science Unwrapped talks are recorded and posted online for continued viewing convenience.

For more information, call 435-797-3517, visit the Science Unwrapped website or view the ‘Science Unwrapped at USU’ Facebook page and Twitter profile.