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Reith Lectures
Alec Broers
The Triumph of Technology
This year, lecturer Lord Broers will argue that technology can and should hold the key to the future of the human race.

More than just gadgets

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It might seem a simple enough term, but does it mean the same thing to everybody? What is technology?

The final lecture

Danger ahead - proceed with caution
Lord Broers concludes the 2005 lecture series addressing the technologist's risk and responsibilities.

In the forum

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Are you convinced? Are you sceptical? Our experts will be in the forum - join the debate.

 

On bbc.co.uk

BBC Radio 4
BBC Radio 4's Reith Lectures site includes a full guide to the lectures and a profile of Lord Broers.

Your future

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Turn your interest into a qualification - sample the OU's technology courses. Or find out more for yourself with books and weblinks.
 

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Tiny inspirations

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Minature robots are getting a redesign thanks to some inspiring ants.
 
 
 

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