Talks and shows

A Periodic Tale with Dr Karl

Dr Karl is back and delving into the wide realm of science, one topic at a time.

via Mel Koutchavlis

Are you ready for a whirlwind ride through different science topics?

Join Dr Karl to discover why all the gods of metal-working (including Thor-yes, Marvel lied to you!) walked with a limp, how the longest piloted continuous plane flight went for over a month WITHOUT air-to-air refuelling, how to survive without eating for over a year, how large chunks of the Moon ended up a few thousand kilometres under our feet, how earworms work – and much more!

One thing’s for sure, you’ll come away with some amazing science facts.

Event type

This is a theatre event for children and adults to enjoy together. All young people under the age of 13 need to be accompanied by a paying adult and those aged 4 and above need a ticket to attend.

By booking to attend events at the Royal Institution, you confirm that you have read and accept the Ri's event terms and conditions. You also agree to abide by our code of conduct, and help to create a great experience for yourself and your fellow participants. Please note that Eventbrite adds a small booking fee to the amount paid for each ticket option.

For any queries regarding this workshop please get in touch by phone 020 7409 2992 or email events@ri.ac.uk.

About Dr Karl

Dr Karl Kruszelnicki is an Australian science populariser with insatiable curiosity. He has degrees in Physics and Maths, Biomedical Engineering, Medicine and Surgery and has held a wide range of jobs, from doctor to film-maker, radio personality to labourer, car mechanic to physicist. He has written 47 books to date and plans to write a few more. He also popularises science on ABC radio stations across Australia and, on the BBC, for several hours each week. 

Dr Karl Kruszelnicki received the Member of the Order of Australia Award in the 2006 Australia Day Honours list. In 2012 Karl was delighted to have Asteroid 18412 named after him. Asteroid Dr Karl/18412 was discovered by Robert H. McNaught at the Siding Spring Observatory in Coonabarabran, New South Wales, Australia, on June 13, 1993. In March 2012 he was named as a National Living Treasure by the National Trust of Australia (NSW). In 2019 The United Nations awarded Dr Karl the UNESCO Kalinga Prize for the Popularisation of Science.

Timing

The doors will open at approximately 1.30pm, with a prompt start at 2.00pm.

Latecomers will be admitted into the gallery.

Accessibility

The event will take place on the first floor and there is step-free access from the street via lift.

The closest underground station is Green Park, which is step-free.

There is space at floor level in the theatre for wheelchair users.

Seating is usually unreserved for our events. If you and your group require seating reservations, please do let us know by emailing us at events@ri.ac.uk, and we’ll be more than happy to help.

Carers can receive a free ticket to an event by emailing events@ri.ac.uk.

Our theatre is equipped with an Audio Induction Loop. 

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