From FH. HGP members demonstrate their willingness to display their skills, talents, hobbies, dreams for the rest of us to appreciate. Be prepared to potentially witness (and/or commit) acts of poetry, music, and/or other artistic exhibitions. Hosted by our inimitable, indisputable, and indubitable master of ceremonies, HGP's Al Christians.
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The Big Bang Origin of Our Universe
01/15/2012
Dr. Duane Ray
Dr. Duane Ray has organized a 5-part series for HGP. These talks are at a level understandable to the interested layperson. In each, a background of information is provided, significant achievements and their impact on us are highlighted and we then look for the limits of our scientific knowledge in the various areas. Expectations for the future based on the present direction of research and sometimes feasible alternatives are part of the discussion. Each is a stand-alone talk but attending the whole series provides a deeper understanding. The Big Bang Origin of Our Universe is the first presentation in the series. We are fortunate to live in a time when the most advanced revelations of science are made available to us in a form understandable by the interested layperson. The generally accepted scientific ideas of the creation of the universe, the development of our solar system and the occurrence of life will be presented. Some conjectures suggested by plausible but unproven alternatives are included. Our existence is placed on the time-line of the universe. It’s awesome. It’s humbling.
Constellations
12/11/2011
Robert McGown
This program, given by Robert McGown, is all about constellations, stars, and galaxies. McGown is a self-employed electrician who is also an amateur astronomer. He has worked on several NASA projects and has published several articles and books on astronomy.
The Other Fossil Record, Part 2
11/27/2011
Dr. Jon Peters
This is Part 2 of a two-part presentation by Dr. Jon Peters. See description for Part 1.
The Other Fossil Record, Part 1
11/20/2011
Dr. Jon Peters
This is a presentation by Dr. Jon Peters. With the sequencing of the human genome and that of other organisms, we can now compare DNA sequences between species. What has emerged is some of the most compelling evidence for evolution, and DNA observations that contradict most interpretations of Genesis. Topics discussed included DNA evidence for human migration, human chromosome 2 fusion, ERVs, pseudogenes, atavisms, and other related topics.