MASTERMINDS LECTURE SERIES

For several decades, gastrointestinal infections have been among the world’s top four leading causes of death. Now Canada is experiencing a growing list of new food-borne pathogens. In an April 15 public lecture, Dr. Edward Ishiguro (biochemistry and microbiology) will speak on “What Everyone Should Know About Listeria, Salmonella and Other Food-borne Pathogens.”

His presentation will discuss new modes of infection and the emergence of a growing list of new food-borne pathogens.

Ishiguro’s lecture is part of Masterminds 2009, a series of four free lectures by UVic retirees, held on consecutive Wednesdays—April 15, 22, 29, and May 6—at 7 p.m. in room 105 of the Hickman Building.

On April 22, Dr. Michael Hadley (Germanic studies) will present “Crime and Punishment Revisited: Exploring Restorative Justice.” This talk will explore an alternative view of crime and punishment that offers options for peacemaking and healing for the victim, the offender and the community.

“The Image of the Word: Understanding Islamic Art” is the title of Dr. Erica Dodd’s (history in art) April 29, lecture. Her presentation will focus on the unity in Islamic art. “Muslims see the world in a way that is common to all Muslims, wherever they may come from and in whatever time they live, and this view is expressed in their art and architecture,” says Dodd.

On May 6, Dr. Ralph Huenemann (business) will talk about “China’s Role in the Global Economy.” China’s reforms over the last three decades have been remarkably successful. But recently, and especially since the onset of the global economic crisis, China’s policies have been criticized. His lecture will cover possible policies for China and the implications for other countries.

Masterminds 2009 is presented by the UVic Retirees Association and the Centre on Aging, with support from the university. Registration: 250-721-6369