Sunday, June 12, 2005

Robots and Artichokes

Dear Gran,

Last night we went to the Lange Nacht der Wissenschaft (the long night of science). This is when all the scientific institutions in Berlin--- the universities, the musueums, the research laboratories--- open their doors from about 5pm to 1am and demonstrate stuff.

Our group has a stand with bubbles (demonstrating minimal surfaces) and my professor gave a public lecture. But the highlight of the night--- at least in the computers/mathematical sciences departments--- is always the robot soccer team, the 'FU Fighters'.

Shot at goal (missed!)The orange ball is a golf ball.

In food news, we have been getting delicious artichokes from the market. And looking forward to eating in Tuscany!



Much love,

Julie.

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