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The tangle of patterns
Ruth Padel, poet and descendant of Charles Darwin, on the scientists' observations
Ruth Padel, poet and descendant of Charles Darwin, on how his theories were inspired by close studies of his children. With Indian mathematician and novelist Manil Suri on how the discovery of basic functions have allowed mathematicians to deal with the infinite, and Italian psychoanalyst Andrea Sabbadini on human fears and fantasies of immortality.
Presented by Bridget Kendall.
Do you think political or business leaders need to be charismatic? Or do you prefer highly competent but somewhat stern people?
We鈥檇 love to hear your views on charm and charisma for a future Forum.
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