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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

Scientific applications of virtual reality

Wed 02 Aug 2023

Sylvia Xueni Pan explores the potential of virtual reality.

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Discourses

Discourse: Charting the evolution of the Universe

Thu 29 Jun 2023

Renowned cosmologist Brian Keating unravels the mysteries of the Universe.

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Talks and shows

The secret superpowers of the seabed

Fri 23 Jun 2023

Discover what lies at the bottom of the ocean and whether wind might take us to net zero.

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Talks and shows

Sentience: The mystery of consciousness

Wed 21 Jun 2023

Neuropyschologist Nicholas Humphrey explores the mysteries of human (and non-human) consciousness.

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In-person
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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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Talks and shows

Wifi Wars 8.0

Thu 15 Jun 2023

Video games, comedy and interactive entertainment collide in this unique mobile gaming extravaganza.

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Talks and shows

The future of geography

Tue 13 Jun 2023

Discover the latest on the geopolitical space race and its implications for the future of humanity.

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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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In-person
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Talks and shows

Exoplanets and the future of humanity

Sat 10 Jun 2023

Astronomer Chris Impey takes us on a journey of space exploration to discover the latest research into life beyond our planet.

Exoplanets and the future of humanity Read more

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