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- 1. The history of black hole research is almost as fascinating as the black holes themselves. From the first proposal of their existence in 1783 to the growing body of research today, black holes represent an enigma of nature both fascinating and beautiful. SAAO will be holding a public lecture, presented by world famous astrophysicist, Professor Bengt Gustafsson who will sketch the history, present knowledge, problems and solutions around one of the Universe’s most awe-inspiring phenomena. Date: Tuesday, 17 February 2015 Time: 17:00 (refreshments at 16:30) Venue: SAAO Auditorium Observatory Road, Observatory, Cape Town PROF BENGT GUSTAFSSON Prof Bengt Gustafsson is the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) Distinguished Visiting Scholar for 2014/ 2015. He has spent many years popularising science and astronomy in the media both in Sweden and internationally. He is a professor at Stockholm and Uppsala universities; has served on the Nobel Committee for Physics; and is a member of the Swedish Royal Academy of Science. BLACK HOLES: PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE HOSTED BY THE SOUTH AFRICAN ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY AND THE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE OF SOUTH AFRICA