Life and Death on a Volcano

Volcanoes: Windows into Earth’s Fiery Heart 🌋

On January 12 at 7:00 PM in Tel Aviv, volcanologist, mineralogist, and «Enlightener» award laureate Pavel Plechov will be giving a lecture.

Volcanoes are windows into the fiery heart of our planet, places where life is born and dies.

Many people are unaware that there are volcanoes in and near Israel — witnesses to relatively recent catastrophic events. There are also unique volcanic formations, such as Makhtesh Ramon, which spark lively discussions among scientists. Ready to learn more?

In this lecture, you’ll embark on an exciting journey to these fiery giants, uncover their mysteries, and understand how they shape our world.

🔥 What to expect:

— How volcanoes shape our planet and why they surround us, even here in Israel.
— Unique volcanic formations, such as Makhtesh Ramon, located in and near Israel.
— Impressive stories and footage of eruptions.
— How volcanoes create unique ecosystems, enrich the soil, and affect the climate.
— Modern methods of predicting eruptions and how to minimize their consequences.
— Practical advice: what to do if an eruption begins.

After the lecture:

— Q&A session—ask your questions to the expert!

About the speaker:

Pavel Plechov is a renowned scientist in the fields of petrology, mineralogy, and volcanology. Doctor of Geological and Mineralogical Sciences, Professor at the Faculty of Geology of Moscow State University, and Professor at the Russian Academy of Sciences. Author of numerous scientific publications and textbooks, laureate of the Lomonosov Prize and the «Enlightener» award. An active popularizer of science.

When: January 12 at 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM)
Where: Herta and Paul Amir Building - Tel Aviv Museum of Art
The lecture will be conducted in Russian and is suitable for adults, teenagers, and children aged 10 and older.

Venue link: Google Maps

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn more about the volcanoes that literally surround us! 🌋