Talks
Institute of Continuing Education: Undergraduate Virtual Open Day
Looking to pursue your love of learning, take the next step in your career or take your first steps along a new career path? Join us for our upcoming Undergraduate Virtual Open Day on 21st May, where we’ll delve into the world of undergraduate study at the Institute of Continuing Education
The University Library through the ages: A historic institution focuses on the future
Sat 10 September 2016
Cambridge University Library
At this Open Cambridge event, visitors will be able to see the creation of the Cambridge University Digital Library in action, with a talk from expert staff about digitisation, the processes involved and the value for future generations of researchers. There will be a focus on 3D imaging techniques, and a live demonstration of our recently acquired large format XYZ machine, used for digitising material such as large maps and scrolls.
The Digital Library provides access to significant rare books, manuscripts and other items held by the University Library at any time, and from anywhere in the world. Visitors will have a rare opportunity to see the processes involved in the creation of the Digital Library, and witness the collaborative efforts from experts in different fields working to ensure the production of images of the highest quality.
Drop-in tours at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 15:00. Meet in the Milstein Seminar Rooms at the University Library. Ages 16+, partial access.
Cost: free
Enquiries and booking
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Timing
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| Sat 10 September 2016 | 10:00AM - 11:00AM |
| 11:00AM - 12:00PM | |
| 12:00PM - 1:00PM | |
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| 3:00PM - 4:00PM |