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Towards a global story of science

Tue 16 May 2023

Uncover the complete history of science, not just the Western version, with an expert panel.

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Sounds of spacetime

Fri 19 May 2023

Discover the amazing power of using gravitational waves to listen to the Universe.

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The Pentagon, climate change and war

Mon 15 May 2023

Discover the intersection between climate change and US national security with Neta Crawford.

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Tackling bias in tech

Thu 11 May 2023

Could technology be reinforcing prejudice and discrimination? Join Meredith Broussard to learn how to hold tech accountable.

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Tough science made simple

Wed 10 May 2023

Discover how to make the world of complex science concepts easier to understand.

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A materials science and craft odyssey

Tue 09 May 2023

Join Anna Ploszajski for a crafting adventure through the world of materials science.

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Fusion energy: The power of the stars

Wed 03 May 2023

Discover the science behind fusion energy and its potential to transform the current energy landscape.

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High-voltage physics

Sat 24 Jun 2023

An electric evening, featuring amazing sparks, plasmas, and amazing physics behind them, including a Tesla coil orchestra!

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Amazing animals

Thu 17 Aug 2023

Are you smarter than a chimp? A crow? How about a slime mould? Find out in this interactive theatre show!

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Family Fun Day

Family fun day: Cool stuff

Sat 22 Jul 2023

A fun day of interactive science for the whole family.

Family fun day: Cool stuff Book now

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