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Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials

Fri 24 Apr 2026

Chemist Ivan Parkin explores the history and future of nanoparticles and their exciting uses in materials.

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The living lab above: Science of the sky

Mon 20 Apr 2026

Join engineer and inventor Lucy Rogers for a vivid, curiosity-fuelled journey through the sky as a dynamic living laboratory.

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Neutrinos, the Universe, and Everything

Mon 18 May 2026

Particle physicist Kirsty Duffy uncovers the mysteries of neutrinos, and the experiments searching for the answers.

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Discourse: Photodynamic Therapy: Physicists and physicians unite to heal with light

Fri 29 May 2026

Laser expert Stephen Bown explores the physics of Photodynamic Therapy, and the new treatments it might unlock.

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Animal Dissection Live

Sat 11 Apr 2026

Get a fascinating look at animal biology with a live dissection of an animal as part of a full afternoon of wonder for all ages.

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A journey into consciousness

Sat 21 Mar 2026

Join award-winning science journalist Michael Pollan to explore the mystery of consciousness, with a discussion of the mind with

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Discourse: Mathematical tools to transform the world

Fri 30 Jan 2026

Mathematician and Healthcare Engineer Becky Shipley explains how mathematical modelling is driving innovation in the NHS and

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Discourse: Discovering what exoplanets are made from

Fri 27 Feb 2026

Astrophysicist Jonathan Tennyson explores how improvements in spectroscopy are changing our understanding of exoplanets.

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The scientific mind of Leonardo Da Vinci

Sat 27 Sep 2025

The world's foremost expert on Da Vinci, Martin Kemp, explores what made the great thinker unique.

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SOLD OUT IN-PERSON: Discourse: Christmas Lecturer 2025

Fri 28 Nov 2025

Join 2025 Christmas Lecturer Dame Dr Maggie Aderin for the final Discourse of the year.

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