In May 2014, the University of Sheffield unveiled the world’s first catalytic poem. 20 metres in height, the poem is mounted on the wall of the Alfred Denny building on Western Bank. It is an original work by our Professor of Poetry, Simon Armitage, and the result of a collaboration with Pro-Vice Ch…
Dr Jo Gavins, organiser of the Lyric Festival introduces Professor Tony Ryan, Pro Vice Chancellor for the Faculty of Science who explains the technology behind this groundbreaking interdisciplinary collaboration.
Simon Armitage, Professor of Poetry and Professor Tony Ryan, Pro Vice Chancellor for the Faculty of Science discuss the nature of their collaboration, the perception of poetry and take questions from the audience.
Highly acclaimed modern poet and Professor of Poetry, Simon Armitage, gives a reading of In Praise of Air - the world's first catalytic poem.
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