The predators that can hunt, kill and eat us occupy a unique place in the human psyche. Whether it's lions in Africa, tigers in India or sharks in the world's oceans, we are fascinated by, and often t...
Your heart is a miracle in motion, a marvel of construction unsurpassed by any human-made creation. Despite decades of effort in labs all over the world, we have not yet been able to replicate the hea...
In the first Turing Lecture for families, wildlife filmmaker Tom Mustill reveals how a close encounter with a humpback whale inspired him to find out whether we could ever talk to these ocean giants. ...
From the ancient Greeks to the modern day, inventions have shaped the way society has grown and the world has progressed, with many of these important developments invented right here at the Ri. Get h...
During Science Week 2023, we would like each class in our primary school to have a visit from a science ambassador, where the children can hear an inspirational talk or take part in a workshop linked ...
This March, including British Science Week, students connect with a diverse range of scientists from different specialisms and backgrounds. Students can: - Read profiles of scientists working in ...
Fun and informative drop-in event for all ages. Learn:- The challenges of growing potatoes. Which bugs and beasties attack our spuds? Searching for hidden super powers in nature and generating bet...
STEM talks, STEM careers presentations, STEM demonstrations/ activities for secondary school pupils ages 11-13. The purpose of the event is to promote the value and impact of Science in a real-world ...
We would like volunteers to discuss their career journeys with children from Key Stage 2 during British Science Week. We want the children to believe that they are capable of achieving a career in sci...
Genetics, and an understanding of DNA, is vital for scientists to understand how life on earth functions, how organisms grow and how they evolve and change. Join us for our next For Your Inspiration e...
Our televisions are filled with programmes exploring the lives of animals, but these often focus on fluffy, ‘cute’ animals like pandas, meercats and otters. But what about the rest of the animal kingd...
...biology and physics behind our farts. Complex biochemistry is transformed into an hilarious adventure using massive bottoms, vortex cannons, vast whoopee cushions, explosions and the world’s loudest f...
...biology and physics behind our farts. Complex biochemistry is transformed into an hilarious adventure using massive bottoms, vortex cannons, vast whoopee cushions, explosions and the world’s loudest f...
The menopause is rarely spoken about, yet it affects half the world’s population. It can have a huge impact on daily life, affecting both the body and the mind. Join menopause expert, author, and docu...
Metabolites are small molecules that grow within cells in single and multicellular organisms, influencing protein structure to maintain life. They are sensitive to shifts in the whole organism, and en...
Connect with nature and learn about the park environment, wildlife and heritage with interactive experiences online and hands-on practical activities in Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, St James’s Park ...
Science