Zombie apocalypse: a popular science fiction theme, but could it really happen? We already know that viruses can change human behaviour, but how far could this go - is a human rage virus possible?…

If I share 50% of my DNA with a banana, does that make me half banana?

The heart is an organ essential to the human body, pumping our blood around to provide oxygen for all of our cells. However, for many different reasons, we can develop heart disease. Heart disease…

The heart is an organ essential to the human body, pumping our blood around to provide oxygen for all of our cells. However, for many different reasons, we can develop heart disease. Heart disease…

Applying to Dental School

The heart is an organ essential to the human body, pumping our blood around to provide oxygen for all of our cells. However, for many different reasons, we can develop heart disease. Heart disease…

What is a medicine interview like?

We support pupils learning with our interactive STEM pod experience, as well as workshops, shows, and school visits.

The heart is an organ essential to the human body, pumping our blood around to provide oxygen for all of our cells. However, for many different reasons, we can develop heart disease. Heart disease…

What is dialysis?

Can my gut health affect my mental health?

Meet Melissa, a newborn monster who is trying to find her mummy! Along the way she meets lots of new friends who teach her about the wonderful world of living things, cells and DNA! Created in…

Step into the past, present, and future of cell biology with us, and explore how science and lab work continue to evolve over time. Challenge yourself with some hands-on laboratory-themed tasks in…

The transition from A Levels to Medical School

How do kidneys work?

Meet Melissa, a newborn monster who is trying to find her mummy! Along the way she meets lots of new friends who teach her about the wonderful world of living things, cells and DNA! Created in…

Why do some piercings not heal?

Step into the past, present, and future of cell biology with us, and explore how science and lab work continue to evolve over time. Challenge yourself with some hands-on laboratory-themed tasks in…

Join our hands-on workshop to discover why blood is truly brilliant!Explore the science behind the red liquid that keeps us alive — what it is, how it works, and what happens when we start to lose…

When you learn to be a magician, you learn other important skills too. In this workshop you will learn how to do real magic tricks and then we will use the tricks to teach you important lessons about…

Explore artificial intelligence, the field of science that tries to build 'thinking machines'. How are they built? Are they really intelligent? What is intelligence anyway? We will also ask questions…

Why Do People Snore?

Learn how scientists and doctors work together to diagnose diseases in this hands-on workshop. Collect evidence from your experiments to find out which microbe could be causing the disease in our…

Discover the incredible world of human skin in show Skin Deep. This interactive journey dives into the wonders of the largest organ in your body and its amazing functions. Get hands-on with fun…

How does blood make clots?

Can you cry because there is too much liquid in your body?

Our programme of events is open to all. Throughout the year we host and deliver a range of family friendly shows and workshops that will delight all ages. We have intriguing and fun events for all…

Catch up with all our events.  A second chance to watch and listen to our guest speakers and learn from their experience and expertise in science, medicine and health.

How do doctors give oxygen?

Ultra-processed foods are becoming more and more common in our daily lives and can be difficult to avoid. While these foods might be convenient and increasingly accessible, are they affecting our…

Our programme of events is open to all. Throughout the year we host and deliver a range of family friendly shows and workshops that will delight all ages. We have intriguing and fun events for all…

Ultra-processed foods are becoming more and more common in our daily lives and can be difficult to avoid. While these foods might be convenient and increasingly accessible, are they affecting our…

Sonic Illuminations is a project by violinist Hannah Perowne and live visual artist Marian Saunders creating immersive, unique and site specific performances which captivate and inspire audiences. …

Sonic Illuminations is a project by violinist Hannah Perowne and live visual artist Marian Saunders creating immersive, unique and site specific performances which captivate and inspire audiences. …

What happens when you get arthritis?

Ultra-processed foods are becoming more and more common in our daily lives and can be difficult to avoid. While these foods might be convenient and increasingly accessible, are they affecting our…

In this hands-on workshop we dive into life-saving science behind first aid. From practicing CPR, and having a go at using a bandage, to understanding allergies and what belongs in a first aid box.…

Ultra-processed foods are becoming more and more common in our daily lives and can be difficult to avoid. While these foods might be convenient and increasingly accessible, are they affecting our…

In this hands-on workshop we dive into life-saving science behind first aid. From practicing CPR, and having a go at using a bandage, to understanding allergies and what belongs in a first aid box.…

Can adults get zits?

Medical Student Placements

What is a lumbar puncture?

Come to our hands-on workshop to explore the wide range of activities and skills involved in the world of science. From learning about building prosthetic limbs, to figuring out laboratory problems,…