Get ready for an evening of fun and learning! Join us as Dr. Andy McIntosh unpacks the incredible design and defense system of the Bombardier Beetle. A creature so small, yet so sophisticated, that its explosive survival mechanism has baffled researchers for decades. Dr. McIntosh will reveal how this tiny insect produces a rapid fire chemical spray that reaches near boiling temperatures, outsmarting predators and astonishing scientists. Youll discover why engineers, chemists, and even the military have studied this beetle for groundbreaking innovations. Whether youre fascinated by nature, curious about science, or simply love learning about the wonders of creation, this presentation is one you wont want to miss. Perfect for families, students, and anyone with a sense of wonder ABOUT THE FEATURED PRESENTER: Andy McIntosh is an emeritus Professor of Thermodynamics at the School of Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Leeds, and an adjunct Professor at the School of Engineering. Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia, USA. He has lectured and researched in these fields for over 30 years with a PhD in combustion theory from the aerodynamics department of what was then Cranfield Institute of Technology (now Cranfield University). He has a DSc in Applied Mathematics from the University of Wales and worked for a number of years at the Royal Aircraft Establishment, is a Fellow of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, the Institute of Energy, the Institute of Physics and the Royal Aeronautical Society. A chartered mathematician and engineer, and author of over 200 papers and articles, his research has been in combustion in fluids and solids. His work has also included investigations into the fundamental link between thermodynamics and information, and in the last few years he has been involved in research in the area of biomimetics where the minute combustion chamber of the bombardier beetle has inspired a patented novel spray technology with applications to fuel injectors, pharmaceutical sprays, fire extinguishers and aerosols. This research was awarded the 2010 Times Higher Educational award for the Outstanding Contribution to Innovation and Technology. RSVP to enjoy this FREE evening presentation in the Wonders Theater & Performance Hall. MUST be seated in the theater by 6:45pm as we will be LIVE broadcasting this event to Genesis Science Network.