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Photos of women of outstanding achievement in science, engineering and technology on show in Second Life
Join us for free launch event with virtual champagne
Monday 12 October, 6.15pm UK time (10.15am SL time)

For the first time, the six 2009 professional photo portraits are on display in Second Life, at the island run by Nature Magazine (annual photographic award run by UKRC).

Dr Carolin Crawford of the Institute of Astronomy and Wendy Sadler, founder of Science Made Simple, are both recipients of the award and will speak about their work at the event.

Join us for speakers, free champagne, networking and to view the images.
Ideal for newcomers to Second Life as well as experienced visitors.
More information here:
http://www.ukrc4setwomen.org/html/news-and-events/events/?event_id=1306
Second Life venue: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Elucian%20Islands/93/218/22

Carolin Crawford is the October guest blogger on the UKRC’s women in astronomy blog, so you can also read about her on the blog and send questions and comments