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E: 05/09 win shortlisted Royal Society Competition Books - email(MERGED)
badgernewt
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my first post so please be gentle!
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We've got 5 complete sets of the shortlisted titles up for grabs. It's simple, all you have to do is email [EMAIL="competitions@scenta.co.uk"]competitions@scenta.co.uk[/EMAIL] and tell us who wrote the book 'A Life Decoded'...and don't forget to include your name, address. email address and phone number.
ANSWER J CRAIG VENTER
Full list of shortlisted titles:
</SPAN>A Life Decoded, by J. Craig Venter (Penguin Allen Lane)
The judges said: "A life decoded delves into a controversial area of science and really reveals the trials and tribulations of working on some of the most significant advances of our time. It's a fascinating and unique explanation of leading genomic scientist J. Craig Venter's relation to the genome project."
Coral: A pessimist in paradise by Steve Jones (Little, Brown)
The judges said: "An eclectic and wonderfully diverse read which takes you on a genuine journey which, along the way, takes in Darwin, Captain Cook and tsunamis. The true charm of Coral is not knowing where you are going to be taken next. It's a wonderful, thought provoking, ramble through science and evolutionary history."
Gut Feelings by Gerd Gigerenzer (Penguin - Allen Lane)
The judges said: "Gut feelings reveals the role our unconscious mind can play in making decisions and shows that, sometimes, the less you know the better you are at making choices. It is a completely absorbing book which will be relevant to a wide audience."
Six Degrees: Our future on a hotter planet by Mark Lynas (Fourth Estate)
The judges said: "Six degrees takes a fresh and interesting approach to the familiar topic of climate change. Gripping and remarkably balanced, this book does not just focus on the doom and gloom' of climate change but also displays practical optimism towards the issues facing us."
The Sun Kings by Stuart Clark (Princeton University Press)
The judges said: "The Sun Kings is a real page turner which will open your eyes to the number of scientific discoveries throughout history that might have been lost. The real majesty and power of the sun shines through and, if you've never given a second thought to your nearest star, you will now."
Why Beauty is Truth by Ian Stewart (Basic Books)
The judges said: "An illuminating story on the development and history in mathematics. Why Beauty is Truth, cleverly uses the art of storytelling to compel the reader into taking a leap of faith into a world of numbers and the all-pervasive ideas of symmetry."
Find out more about the Royal Society Prizes for Science Books here.
Competition closes midnight, 5th September, 2008.
Terms and conditions
Only one registration per person will be entered into the draw.
The closing date for the competition is as advertised for that particular promotion.
The prize is non transferable and there is no cash alternative.
The winner(s) will be contacted and must respond within 10 days.
Winners agree to participate in any related publicity generated by the Engineering and Technology Board.
Employees of The Engineering and Technology Board and their families are not permitted to enter the draw. This promotion is run by The Engineering and Technology Board, 2nd Floor, Weston House, 246 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EX
The Engineering and Technology Board is not responsible for any entries lost or delayed.
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We've got 5 complete sets of the shortlisted titles up for grabs. It's simple, all you have to do is email [EMAIL="competitions@scenta.co.uk"]competitions@scenta.co.uk[/EMAIL] and tell us who wrote the book 'A Life Decoded'...and don't forget to include your name, address. email address and phone number.
ANSWER J CRAIG VENTER
Full list of shortlisted titles:
</SPAN>A Life Decoded, by J. Craig Venter (Penguin Allen Lane)
The judges said: "A life decoded delves into a controversial area of science and really reveals the trials and tribulations of working on some of the most significant advances of our time. It's a fascinating and unique explanation of leading genomic scientist J. Craig Venter's relation to the genome project."
Coral: A pessimist in paradise by Steve Jones (Little, Brown)
The judges said: "An eclectic and wonderfully diverse read which takes you on a genuine journey which, along the way, takes in Darwin, Captain Cook and tsunamis. The true charm of Coral is not knowing where you are going to be taken next. It's a wonderful, thought provoking, ramble through science and evolutionary history."
Gut Feelings by Gerd Gigerenzer (Penguin - Allen Lane)
The judges said: "Gut feelings reveals the role our unconscious mind can play in making decisions and shows that, sometimes, the less you know the better you are at making choices. It is a completely absorbing book which will be relevant to a wide audience."
Six Degrees: Our future on a hotter planet by Mark Lynas (Fourth Estate)
The judges said: "Six degrees takes a fresh and interesting approach to the familiar topic of climate change. Gripping and remarkably balanced, this book does not just focus on the doom and gloom' of climate change but also displays practical optimism towards the issues facing us."
The Sun Kings by Stuart Clark (Princeton University Press)
The judges said: "The Sun Kings is a real page turner which will open your eyes to the number of scientific discoveries throughout history that might have been lost. The real majesty and power of the sun shines through and, if you've never given a second thought to your nearest star, you will now."
Why Beauty is Truth by Ian Stewart (Basic Books)
The judges said: "An illuminating story on the development and history in mathematics. Why Beauty is Truth, cleverly uses the art of storytelling to compel the reader into taking a leap of faith into a world of numbers and the all-pervasive ideas of symmetry."
Find out more about the Royal Society Prizes for Science Books here.
Competition closes midnight, 5th September, 2008.
Terms and conditions
Only one registration per person will be entered into the draw.
The closing date for the competition is as advertised for that particular promotion.
The prize is non transferable and there is no cash alternative.
The winner(s) will be contacted and must respond within 10 days.
Winners agree to participate in any related publicity generated by the Engineering and Technology Board.
Employees of The Engineering and Technology Board and their families are not permitted to enter the draw. This promotion is run by The Engineering and Technology Board, 2nd Floor, Weston House, 246 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EX
The Engineering and Technology Board is not responsible for any entries lost or delayed.
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Congratulations, a great first post.
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Brilliant, badgernewt.
I love the Royal Society and have had a personal tour around. So much history, you can feel it!
Many thanks.0 -
http://www.scenta.co.uk/home/search/cit/1728199/win-shortlisted-royal-society-competition-books.htm
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We've teamed up with the Royal Society to bring you the opportunity to win some of the best science books around.
We've got 5 complete sets of the shortlisted titles up for grabs. It's simple, all you have to do is email [EMAIL="competitions@scenta.co.uk"]competitions@scenta.co.uk[/EMAIL] and tell us who wrote the book 'A Life Decoded'...and don't forget to include your name, address. email address and phone number.
Full list of shortlisted titles:
A Life Decoded, by J. Craig Venter (Penguin Allen Lane)
The judges said: "A life decoded delves into a controversial area of science and really reveals the trials and tribulations of working on some of the most significant advances of our time. It's a fascinating and unique explanation of leading genomic scientist J. Craig Venter's relation to the genome project."
Coral: A pessimist in paradise by Steve Jones (Little, Brown)
The judges said: "An eclectic and wonderfully diverse read which takes you on a genuine journey which, along the way, takes in Darwin, Captain Cook and tsunamis. The true charm of Coral is not knowing where you are going to be taken next. It's a wonderful, thought provoking, ramble through science and evolutionary history."
Gut Feelings by Gerd Gigerenzer (Penguin - Allen Lane)
The judges said: "Gut feelings reveals the role our unconscious mind can play in making decisions and shows that, sometimes, the less you know the better you are at making choices. It is a completely absorbing book which will be relevant to a wide audience."
Six Degrees: Our future on a hotter planet by Mark Lynas (Fourth Estate)
The judges said: "Six degrees takes a fresh and interesting approach to the familiar topic of climate change. Gripping and remarkably balanced, this book does not just focus on the doom and gloom' of climate change but also displays practical optimism towards the issues facing us."
The Sun Kings by Stuart Clark (Princeton University Press)
The judges said: "The Sun Kings is a real page turner which will open your eyes to the number of scientific discoveries throughout history that might have been lost. The real majesty and power of the sun shines through and, if you've never given a second thought to your nearest star, you will now."
Why Beauty is Truth by Ian Stewart (Basic Books)
The judges said: "An illuminating story on the development and history in mathematics. Why Beauty is Truth, cleverly uses the art of storytelling to compel the reader into taking a leap of faith into a world of numbers and the all-pervasive ideas of symmetry."
Find out more about the Royal Society Prizes for Science Books here.
Competition closes midnight, 5th September, 2008.
Terms and conditions
Only one registration per person will be entered into the draw.
The closing date for the competition is as advertised for that particular promotion.
The prize is non transferable and there is no cash alternative.
The winner(s) will be contacted and must respond within 10 days.
Winners agree to participate in any related publicity generated by the Engineering and Technology Board.
Employees of The Engineering and Technology Board and their families are not permitted to enter the draw. This promotion is run by The Engineering and Technology Board, 2nd Floor, Weston House, 246 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EX
The Engineering and Technology Board is not responsible for any entries lost or delayed.
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Answer: J. Craig VenterGood LuckRemember every waking moment is a chance to turn it all around.;) Knowledge is the key to respect.:cool:
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Is this comp the same as the comp posted by badgernewt?
http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=1076323&highlight=scenta0 -
How strange when I searched it didnt come up:o Will request a merge
edit, wow kipper that was quickto be updated:;)0
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