Many people have heard that males and females have different chromosomes: XX and XY.

But why do they have different chromosomes, and how does this then lead to male or female development? 

In this talk given by Dr. Benjamin Skinner from the School of Life Sciences at the University of Essex we will explore the messy reality of how sex is determined - and how biological sex is not the simple binary we sometimes assume.

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Colchester Café Scientifique started in 2010 and is a place where, for the price of a cup of tea or coffee, people can learn about and discuss scientific issues. The speakers give their time free of charge.

Admission is free by ticket only. 
They are issued on a first come first served basis from

Access will be via the garden gate entrance at the rear.  For directions, see:- https://what3words.com/formed.handle.sits

For details of previous meetings, visit cafescientifique.org

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