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Tom Oliver Lecture Series
The Tom Oliver Lecture Series is a public lecture series hosted by the Department of Earth, Energy, and Environment in the Faculty of Science. Normally taking place annually, the series seeks to bring in internationally renowned researchers to present stimulating lectures on topics of fundamental interest to the Department of Earth, Energy, and Environment and the broader UCalgary community.
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