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Talks and shows

How did monsters help unlock the secrets of life?

Thu 24 Aug 2023

How do monsters help us understand the world around us?

How did monsters help unlock the secrets of life? Book now
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Talks and shows

Ghost particle: The neutrino's impact on cosmic science

Thu 17 Aug 2023

Discover the power of neutrinos, the ghost particle that could answer some of the greatest mysteries in the Universe.

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Talks and shows

The ethics of space exploration

Thu 10 Aug 2023

Join astrophysics engineer Erika Nesvold as she navigates the complex world of space settlement.

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Talks and shows

Tasting the science of champagne [Sold out]

Mon 17 Jul 2023

Barry Smith takes us from grape to glass to discover the science of champagne.

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Talks and shows

An introduction to cosmic inflation

Thu 13 Jul 2023

The big bang is known as the origin of our universe. But what came before?

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Talks and shows

ExpeRience: A murder mystery

Wed 12 Jul 2023

Join us at the Ri's very own murder mystery. Will you be the one to discover whodunnit?

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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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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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