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The Ri is closed for two weeks in the daytime from Monday 20 October to Sunday 2 November (inclusive) for refurbishment works. Our evening ticketed events will run as usual. 

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Talks and shows

SOLD OUT - For your inspiration: Measure up

Fri 17 Nov 2023

This event is sold out. Get hands-on exploring the amazing science of measurement.

SOLD OUT - For your inspiration: Measure up Book now
In-person
An illustration of a person and dog in space
Talks and shows

How to spaghettify your dog

Mon 23 Oct 2023

Explore the mind-bending science hidden in deep space.

How to spaghettify your dog Book now
In-person
a robot thinking
Talks and shows

Are you smarter than AI?

Fri 13 Oct 2023

How good are you at maths puzzles? Better than artifical intelligence?

Are you smarter than AI? Book now
In-person
Dr Karl squatting for a photo
Talks and shows

Sunny science with Dr Karl

Sat 07 Oct 2023

Dr Karl is back for another hour of humorous science fun.

Sunny science with Dr Karl Book now
In-person
Children experiment with science
Talks and shows

Science wizard bootcamp

Sat 02 Sep 2023

An afternoon of interactive science wizardry and fun!

Science wizard bootcamp Book now
In-person / Livestream
Ada Lovelace Day logo
Talks and shows

Ada Lovelace Day Live!

Tue 10 Oct 2023

Join us to celebrate the 15th year of Ada Lovelace Day Live.

Ada Lovelace Day Live! Book now
In-person
a bird flies through the sky
Talks and shows

Soaring through time: From pterosaurs to butterflies

Tue 05 Sep 2023

Be amazed by the incredible evolutionary story of life on the wing. Explore the miracle of flight like never before.

Soaring through time: From pterosaurs to butterflies Book now
In-person
A birds eye view of buildings and nature creating a living city.
Talks and shows

The urban matrix: Cities as living organisms

Thu 07 Sep 2023

Join us as we unravel the complex dynamics of cities and uncover the surprising parallels between urban systems and the natural

The urban matrix: Cities as living organisms Book now
In-person
a black hole
Talks and shows

Black holes and quantum computers

Fri 08 Sep 2023

How can black holes help us understand the workings of a quantum computer?

Black holes and quantum computers Book now
Livestream
A five pointed star is half gold and half black. The black layer has been peeled away from the gold one.
Talks and shows

Unpicking the paradox of the perfection trap

Thu 14 Sep 2023

Discover how we can create a culture that celebrates the joys of imperfection, in the face of becoming burntout.

Unpicking the paradox of the perfection trap Book now

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