







Event: Caudwell Xtreme Everest: Science on the EdgeEvent: Caudwell Xtreme Everest: Science on the Edge On: Thursday 11th of March, 2010 From: 7:30 p.m. Contact: Sience Oxford Website: http://www.scienceoxfordlive.com/whats-on-events/caudwell-xtreme-everest-science-on-the-edge Venue: Science Oxford Live Details: In May 2007, a group of scientists went to the summit of Mount Everest to study the effects of high altitude on the human body, with the ultimate aim of increasing our understanding of critically ill patients. The expedition’s Medical Officer, Dr Denny Levett, will be joining us to discuss the project, their findings, and the challenges encountered at 29,000 feet. |