Monday, February 5, 2018, 11:30 AM – 1 PM EST

Sidney Perkowitz, Candler Professor of Physics Emeritus, and Eddy von Mueller, Former Senior Lecturer, Department of Film and Media Studies

“Frankenstein:  How A Monster Became an Icon”

In the new book that shares the title of their presentation today, Sidney and Eddy have brought together scholars, scientists, artists, and directors (including Mel Brooks) to celebrate the bicentenary of Mary Shelley’s marvelous creation and its indelible impact on art and culture. And given that the two hundred years since the novel’s publication have brought scientists closer to actually doing now what Shelley’s scientist supposedly did then, consideration of the ethical issues involved in the creation of life such as the novel prompts has never been more timely.  It’s no wonder Emory itself has declared this “the year of Frankenstein.” And this Colloquium is our way to honor that designation.