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The author of the "Your adventures at CERN" will give a talk at the CERN Library at the occasion of the publication of the French version of the book » Le CERN, quelle aventure! «:
Abstract in French:
» Dès que tu ouvriras ce livre, tu en deviendras le personnage principal ! Tu seras catapulté·e entre la Suisse et la France, dans l’un des centres scientifiques les plus importants du monde: le CERN. C’est un véritable pays des merveilles de la science, fait de tunnels, d’énormes expériences et de nouvelles technologies. Tu pourras te mettre dans la peau d’un·e chercheur·euse, d’un·e étudiant·e ou d’un·e touriste, mais garde les yeux ouverts car un dinosaure menaçant se cache à proximité… Crois-tu qu’il vient du massif du Jura voisin, qui a donné son nom à la période jurassique ? Prépare-toi à une aventure étonnante et qui déborde d’informations scientifiques qui chatouilleront ton cerveau. «
Abstract in English:
As soon as you open this book, YOU become the protagonist! You will be catapulted to CERN, one of the most famous laboratories in the world — a real scientific wonderland of underground tunnels, massive experiments and technological marvels. You can choose to play the role of a researcher, a student or a tourist, but keep your eyes open for a threatening dinosaur... Is it coming from the nearby Jura Mountains, the same place that gave Jurassic its name? Prepare yourself for a rather bizarre adventure filled with loads of brain-tickling facts about particles and science wonders. Unfold the story, explore the unsolved mysteries of the Universe, and most importantly, have fun with the games and quizzes! Are you ready to face the huge prehistoric beast and discover the secrets of tiny particles?
The event will be followed by a Q&A and signing sessions. The book is available from the CERN Library & Bookshop in English, Italian and French.
About the author:
www.letiziadiamante.com
Letizia Diamante’s childhood was laden with gamebooks, action films and Japanese anime. Nothing, however, could beat the amazement she felt at the age of 8 when she came close to a real T-rex skeleton. Over the years, she has immersed herself in the world of science, received a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Cambridge (UK), and kept her enthusiasm for adventure and exploration. Secretly, she still has a soft spot for paleo-creatures.
She loves writing about the latest discoveries, making videos about scientists, exploring science museums and taking part in science festivals. During her time at CERN, she had special access to the biggest particle accelerator on Earth, and the experimental caverns 100 metres (328 feet) underground. She thought CERN was a wonderful setting for a gamebook that introduces the fascinating world of particle physics. She hopes this book will inspire young readers to be intellectually intrepid.