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DNA time travel

Sat 01 Mar 2025

Discover what DNA can teach us about human history.

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Family Fun Day

Family Fun Day: Food, glorious food!

Sat 22 Feb 2025

Join us for a day of activities and science fun relating to the 2024 CHRISTMAS LECTURES sponsored by CGI.

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Talks and shows

Science and snacks: Escaping the enemy

Wed 19 Feb 2025

We'll bring the science, you bring the snacks.

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Talks and shows

Setting the body clock to the right time

Mon 07 Apr 2025

Aarti Jagannath explores how the body maintains its circadian clock, and what happens when that clock goes wrong.

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Talks and shows

Historic genomes: Using ancient DNA to uncover the past

Sat 01 Mar 2025

Join Pooja Swali to uncover the secrets of ancient DNA, including tracing migrations, family ties, and early outbreaks.

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Talks and shows

SOLD OUT - The science of imagination

Sat 18 Jan 2025

From hallucinations to sleepwalking, from REM sleep to delusions, neurologist Adam Zeman guides us through the latest scientific

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Biology and the human body

Fridge or cupboard? The science of food storage

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Talks and shows

A scientist's guide to health, ageing and death

Mon 24 Feb 2025

John Tregoning tells his story of self-experimentation in pursuit of healthier organs and a longer life.

A scientist's guide to health, ageing and death Book now
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Talks and shows

Programme Launch 2025: Ri behind the scenes

Fri 17 Jan 2025

Join the Ri's own Demo Team for the launch of the 2025 Spring programme!

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Biology and the human body

Five foods to boost your mood

Fight the winter blues with an extra helping of these mood-boosting foods

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