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Come and celebrate Lord Kelvin's life and legacy on his anniversary and World Refrigeration Day with the IOR. Join our webinar featuring broadcasters Helen Czerski and Alok Jha as they delve into the remarkable contributions of the mind behind the second law of thermodynamics.
Lord Kelvin is often considered the founder of mechanical refrigeration but he achieved so much more during his illustrious and industrious career. This lively discussion will help raise awareness of Lord Kelvin’s contribution to scientific advancement.
Register for your free place on our website.
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