Astronomy Photographer of the Year
- Until
- Free
See stunning photos of stars, galaxies, and celestial bodies from talented global photographers.
Events tagged "Science"
Exhibitions
Nature in Focus
- Until
- Free
Celebrate 60 years of stunning wildlife photography that has advanced scientific understanding of nature. See how photography shapes our knowledge.
Mars in the Painted Hall
- Begins
- £16.50
Experience a 7m wide depiction of Mars, meticulously crafted from NASA’s images, showcasing the planet’s surface in great detail as it rotates slowly.
In the Mud
- Free
Join a day of workshops, experiences and talks about creatively tackling the climate crisis.
Versailles: Science and Splendour
- Begins
- £12.00
Learn how the Palace of Versailles intertwined science with sovereignty, showcasing items like Louis XV’s rhinoceros and detailed lunar maps.
Being Human
- Free
See 50 pieces including a refugee astronaut figure and a scented sculpture in a gallery examining human life changes with health and genetics.
Quiet Hour Fridays | Mars in the Painted Hall
- £16.50
Experience a stunning, internally lit replica of Mars, featuring detailed NASA imagery, accompanied by a surround sound composition with clips from NASA missions.
Social Media Mondays | Mars in the Painted Hall
- £16.50
This engaging art installation uses detailed NASA images of Mars and a surround sound system featuring clips from space missions for an immersive experience.
Visions of Nature: A mixed reality experience
- £9.95
Wearing mixed reality headsets, participants travel 100 years into the future, experiencing eight different global ecosystems and learning how human intervention could potentially reshape nature.
Talks
Pride in STEM: Carousel of science
- £10.00
Hear from LGBTQ+ speakers on the evolution of pathogens, and engage in activities like badge making. Experience diverse science topics and presentations.
Soane Medal Lecture 2024: Hanif Kara OBE
- £5.00
A lecture by award-winning structural engineer Hanif Kara, discussing his career and views on tackling the climate emergency.
The Life Scientific: Jim Al-Khalili in conversation with Tim Peake
- -
- Free
Hear astronaut Tim Peake share experiences from living underwater to running a marathon in space, and discuss his path from scout to ESA astronaut.
The Quantum State of Us
- Free
An evening of poetry, performances, and discussions focusing on the intersection of quantum physics and identity, featuring a variety of speakers.
How Does Our Immune System Protect Us?
- -
- Free
Learn how immune cells respond to pathogens with precision, what happens when they malfunction, and tips to keep your system healthy.
Could science abolish death?
- £16.00
Examine how advanced medical technologies and new neuroscience concepts are redefining death, alongside the impact of preserving personal identity.
SOLD OUT CHRISTMAS LECTURES rehearsal night 2024
- £10.00
Join Chris van Tulleken for a rehearsal where he tests how food environment demos perform in front of a live audience.
Black Holes and Bangs
- -
- Free
Learn how new observatories have captured gravitational waves from distant black holes and how this relates to the formation of elements like gold.
Let’s twist again: Dr Jess Wade on re-thinking the technologies and scientific careers of the future
- -
- Free
Dr Jess Wade discusses the integration of chirality in device manufacturing, inter-disciplinary science, and the need to reform research culture.
New Scientist Weekly: Live
- -
- £15.00
Engage in a lively chat about 2024’s top science and tech advances, with discussions on the universe, genetics, AI, and more.
Christmas special: Chemistry of a candle
- £16.00
Learn about the physics and chemistry behind a burning candle with a series of impressive demonstrations that combine historical insight with modern science.
The chemistry of Christmas baking
- £16.00
Learn how simple ingredients transform into yummy Christmas treats through fun baking and chemistry demos with Josh Smalley.
