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Talks and shows

Surprising science with Dr Jo (Family)

Wed 28 May 2025

Join Dr Jo to discover how a single piece of paper can explain multiple scientific concepts.

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Talks and shows

How physics connects our universe

Sat 03 May 2025

Chris White uncovers the new physics which could tie together the common structure of the universe.

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Talks and shows

From Becquerel to Oppenheimer: The science of the nuclear age

Sat 12 Jul 2025

Frank Close takes us on a journey through the potentially devastating science and history of the nuclear age.

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Talks and shows

Understanding the Northern Lights: From Earth to Jupiter

Sat 05 Jul 2025

Join planetary scientist Marina Galand for a look at what aurora can teach us about planets and moons around the solar system.

Understanding the Northern Lights: From Earth to Jupiter Read more
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Workshops

Holiday workshops: Skateboards to starships (age 12–14)

Thu 17 Apr 2025
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Workshops

Holiday workshops: Crash testing (ages 9-11)

Wed 09 Apr 2025

Join us to create your own high velocity eggsporter!

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Talks and shows

Battle of the Big Bang

Sat 28 Jun 2025

Astrophysicist Niayesh Afshordi explores the latest debates on the origin of our universe.

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Talks and shows

Ri Demo Team unleashed

Sat 24 May 2025

The Ri Demo Team and friends present their newest demonstrations, plus some old favourites in this explosive show!

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Talks and shows

Following Faraday's hint: The search for quantum gravity

Sat 08 Feb 2025

World-renowned physicist Jim Gates explores how visualisation can propel the search for quantum gravity.

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In-person
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Talks and shows

LIVESTREAM TICKETS AVAILABLE - The greatest science demos of all time!

Sat 15 Mar 2025

Help decide the most-loved demo from over 200 years of history.

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