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Holiday workshops: Stories from maths (ages 15–18)

Fri 04 Aug 2023

Take a trip back through history to uncover the stories behind the maths you learn at school.

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Workshops

Holiday workshops: Stories from maths (ages 12–14)

Thu 03 Aug 2023

Take a trip back through history to uncover the stories behind the maths you learn at school.

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Video A colourful reflective sphere in a room of abstract colours and shapes. Above this is written 'MATHEMATICAL PROOF' alongside the logo of the Royal Institution.

History of science Maths

The story of mathematical proof – with John Stillwell

Discover the surprising history of proof, a mathematically vital concept.

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Talks and shows

How to expect the unexpected

Thu 06 Jul 2023

Making predictions is an essential part of our lives. How can we overcome biology to make sure we get them right?

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Talks and shows

Navigating the world with maths

Tue 20 Jun 2023

Mathematical models are one of the cornerstones of our society. But what happens when they're wrong?

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In-person / Livestream
A woman is holding copies of the book 'She's in CTRL' up to her face. She is smiling and wearing a yellow top.

Talks and shows

She's in CTRL: How women can take back tech

Mon 12 Jun 2023

Computer scientist Anne-Marie Imafidon explores how women can seize their deserved place at the tech table.

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Talks and shows

The hidden history of measurement

Fri 02 Jun 2023

Discover the revelatory and vibrant story of measurement which will make you see the world around you differently.

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Video A wall of unaligned cubes of different shades of purple stretches off into the distance. Overlayed are the words 'BUILDING THE UNIVERSE WITH MATHEMATICS' alongside the logo of the Royal Institution.

Maths

Building the universe with mathematics - with Manil Suri

How could we create a universe if there was no matter, cosmos or empty space? Could maths be the secret ingredient?

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Talks and shows

An Evening of Unnecessary Detail

Sun 26 Feb 2023

SOLD OUT. Join the Festival of the Spoken Nerd and friends for an evening of science, humour, maths and more!

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In-person
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Talks and shows

The power of patterns 

Tue 04 Apr 2023

Explore the curious mathematical patterns all around us.

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