Bone Detectives

Join dynamic and upcoming young scientist, Brendon Billings, at Maropeng for an evening of fine dining and robust discussion on the fascinating topic of palaeontology.

Brendon has hosted a series of themed walking tours at Maropeng over the past two years. These have been highly successful and this year he has big plans for new and exciting offerings. “The events this year are definitely going to be quite different. I will be refocusing my research around neuroscience, hence the brain and behaviour will be one of my more focal themes this year. The brain and behaviour has been a popular topic globally in recent years and I believe that this will definitely add a new twist to my discussion. I also had quite a few requests last year to have a discussion on the brain in particular,” he explains.

After a sumptuous dinner at the Maropeng Hotel Restaurant, guests will gather in the lounge to enjoy a robust discussion with Brendon.  Guests will have the opportunity to get to grips with some amazing fossil and bone casts. 

 

Brendon will also include a more robust historical review of pioneers in the field of palaeontology including a discussion dedicated to Professor Tobias. “However, certain things will remain the same such as it being an interactive talk with many practical examples, so no lectures, just fun!” he says. 

Having grown up in Coronationville, Johannesburg, Billings is currently completing his MSc degree in the History of Science at the University of Witwatersrand, with specific reference to primatology and the evolution of consciousness. Billings is also the Curator of all Collections housed within the School of Anatomical Sciences, at Wits Medical School. At just 29 years of age, Billings is a passionate young man with a special interest in Physical Anthropology. He represents the new face of science and brings a refreshing new perspective and energy to the field.

The cost for this event is R375 per person, and includes welcome drinks, a three course set menu and the presentation.

For more information please contact Mmathabo Maine on 014 577 9000 or [email protected].