World Conference on Marine Biodiversity

To celebrate the World Conference on Marine Biodiversity being held in Aberdeen in 2011, TechFest In September has joined forces with the conference organisers to provide more unique events.

	Shows
	Oceans	open / close
	PRESENTED BY TOTAL E&P A visually stunning film in the highest tradition of nature documentaries, Oceans took four years to film, taking in over 50 locations around the world. Exploring all five of Earth’s oceans and nominated for 3 Cesar Awards (Best Documentary, Best Sound, Best Music), Oceans, is a breathtaking voyage of discovery reflecting the need to respect nature. Oceans was not released in the UK, so this screening provides an unrivalled opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonders of nature. *This Event has now sold out.* Subject Areas : Out and Abouts, Event Type : Shows Venue : Cineworld, Union Square Time : 7:30pm Date : 27 September 2011 Essential Information : Where: Cineworld Union Square, Aberdeen When: Tuesday 27th Sept, 7:30pm Tickets: Booking is required for this FREE event.

	Evening Presentations
	A Voice for the Ocean	open / close
	For more than four decades, Jean-Michel Cousteau has dedicated himself to communicating his love and concern for our water planet to people of all nations and generations. The son of famed ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau, Jean-Michel has investigated the world's oceans aboard the research vessels Calypso and Alcyone for much of his life. Honoring his heritage, Jean-Michel founded Ocean Futures Society in 1999 to carry on this pioneering work. As Ocean Future's spokesman, Jean-Michel serves as an impassioned diplomat for the environment, reaching out to the public through a variety of media and is dedicated to educating young people, documenting stories of change and hope, and lending his reputation and support to energise alliances for positive change. Join Jean-Michel for an evening of discovery as he describes his travels and experiences, and outlines his hopes and concerns for the future of our oceans. The event is this years British Science Association annual Music Hall Lecture. *To book tickets for this event, please click here.* Subject Areas : Out and Abouts, Event Type : Evening Presentations Venue : Aberdeen Music Hall Time : 7:30 Date : 26 September 2011 Essential Information : Where: Aberdeen Music Hall, Union Street, Aberdeen When: Monday 26th Sept, 7:30 pm Tickets: £6 Adult and £4.50 Concession (+bf)