Tasty Science Various dates Food, drink, cool experiments. What’s not to love? From cocktails to canapés, malts to the morning after, we have a smorgasbord of gastronomical delights on offer as part of our ‘Tasty Science’ series.
FESTIVAL TS HIGHLIGH Game for Debate 05, 09 & 11 June University of Glasgow host a series of Commonwealth Games inspired debates. Experts will discuss if elite sport is good for you? Why are different nations good at different sports? And why are we a nation of couch potatoes?
Strathclyde Science Special 07 & 08 June A fantastic weekend of science-inspired art, interactive displays and technology. Explore molecules, marine bugs and grey matter at the University of Strathclyde.
Marine Touch Tank and Boombox Science 07 & 08 June Meet marine animals and the researchers who study them as part of Glasgow Science Festival’s Kelvingrove museum weekend of events.
The Ugly Animal Preservation Society 08 June Join Simon Watt and friends for a night of stand-up comedy dedicated to raising the profile of some of Mother Nature’s more aesthetically challenged children. Think less panda, more blobfish!
Science Sunday at the University of Glasgow 15 June Be a researcher for the day with shows, workshops and handson activities for all the family. Think Science ABC: Animals, Brains and Commonwealth.
GLASGOW’S GAME FOR SCIENCE… It’s the Year of Homecoming and a momentous time for Scotland. Glasgow is buzzing under the international spotlight as the city prepares to host the Commonwealth Games and offer its legendary hospitality to the world. With the Duke of Wellington’s party hat firmly in place, it’s sure to be a memorable summer! As festival-fever grips the city, Glasgow Science Festival is set to bring its exciting mix of science and innovative events to its biggest ever audience. From 5-15th June, explore the frontiers of research through live comedy, film, exhibitions and hands-on activities. From the weans to your granny, there’s something to suit all ages and tastes. While the sportsmen and women from around the globe gear up for the Games, we’ll be uncovering the science of sport through public debates (“Is elite sport good for you?”) and testing the limits of microbial “athletes” (“if Usain Bolt was a bacterium, which would he be?”).
PROGRAMME CONTENTS Festival Highlights 2 Introduction 3 Festival Diary 4-5 Festival Map 6-7 Adult 8-12 All Ages 13-17 Schools 18-20 Beyond the Festival 21
If your idea of sport is a few drams down the local, then be sure to attend “Know Your Whisky” for a delectable blend of uisge beatha and science. Follow it up with the “Hangover Hypothesis” and discover the best way to abate that sair heid. Zombies, sharks, knitting, music, cocktails, art, and cabaret… there are umpteen ways to discover science right on your doorstep! Have a flip through this year’s packed programme and prepare to be inspired. DR. DEBORAH MCNEILL FESTIVAL DIRECTOR With sincere thanks to our headline sponsors
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FESTIVAL DIARY THURSDAY 05 JUNE
SATURDAY 07 JUNE
MONDAY 09 JUNE
32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 01 Speed Science 02 Game for Debate: Is Elite Sport Good for You? 03 Home and Abroad with 19th c. Scottish Naturalist John Scouler of Kilbarchan 04 Tasty Science: Malts and Molecules 05 Zombie Science: Brain of the Dead
08 You’re Grammar Are Terrible 09 This Is Cancer 36 Strathclyde Science Special 32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 37 Wind Power at Whitelee 34 Images of Research 38 Science on the Streets: Cathedral Tour 40 Scottish Gold: Gold panning workshops 39 offKILTR Street Feastival at Glasgow Mela 41 Marine Touch Tank and Boombox 42 Glasgow Science Festival at Kelvingrove 10 Hangover Hypothesis 43 Science on the Streets: City Centre Tour 44 Glasgow Science Festival at Braehead 11 DNA: Unwinding the Theory of Evolution 12 Open Science
16 Digital Innovations: Transforming the Private Sector 17 Bright Club Comedy Workshop 18 Game for Debate: Why are Different Nations Good at Different Sports? 19 Bright Club Science Special
FRIDAY 06 JUNE
SUNDAY 08 JUNE
32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 34 Images of Research 35 Glasgow Caledonian University Research Celebration 2014 06 What Makes us Human? 07 Tasty Science: Know Your Whisky
36 Strathclyde Science Special 37 Wind Power at Whitelee 32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 45 Once Upon Today 13 State of Play 34 Images of Research 39 offKILTR Street Feastival at Glasgow Mela 41 Marine Touch Tank and Boombox 42 Glasgow Science Festival at Kelvingrove 14 Big Science Pub Quiz 15 The Ugly Animal Preservation Society
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TUESDAY 10 JUNE 20 Tasty Science: Starbucks Coffee and the Commonwealth 32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 21 Jaws 22 Making Food from Air
WEDNESDAY 11 JUNE 32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 46 Behind the Scenes at Glasgow Museums 23 Game for Debate: Why Are We a Nation of Couch Potatoes? 24 Hobby Horse: Crafty Critters Special 25 Let’s Talk About Space
THURSDAY 12 JUNE
SUNDAY 15 JUNE
SCHOOLS SCHEDULE
32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 26 Tasty Science: Discover Beer at WEST 27 Scotland’s Future: The Wind Turbine’s Arms 28 Tasty Science: Mystery Menu Dinner Party
53 Science Sunday at the University of Glasgow
For more information about events, including dates, times and venues for schools, please see page 20 or visit glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
FRIDAY 13 JUNE 32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 47 Glasgow Science Festival at St Enoch Centre 29 Tasty Science: Cocktail Chemistry 48 Indestructible Energy
37 Wind Power at Whitelee 50 Commonwealth Games Meet the Expert: Performance and Health in Elite Sport and Everyday Exercise
DIARY KEY
51 KIDSTIVAL
01 to 31 Adult Events
47 Glasgow Science Festival at St Enoch Centre
32 to 59 All Ages
54 Zoofest: Animal Athletes 55 Under the Skin: Still life 32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 56 Colder Than Scotland? 57 The Quantum Circus 58 Mapping Glasgow’s Hogwarts 59 Changing Voices
SATURDAY 14 JUNE 20 Tasty Science: Starbucks Coffee and the Commonwealth 49 Raspberry Jam and Coderdojo Scotland 32 What’s Under Our Feet? 33 Scottish Gold 37 Wind Power at Whitelee 50 Commonwealth Games Meet the Expert: Performance and Health in Elite Sport and Everyday Exercise 51 KIDSTIVAL 52 Geek Walk 47 Glasgow Science Festival at St Enoch Centre 30 Knit and Natter: Crafty Critters Special 31 A Splash of Cabaret
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ADULT 01 Speed Science Like speed dating, without the dating. Join the brightest lights in Scottish physics for a fast-paced ‘speed science’ session where you, the audience, get to vote on the best of the bunch. Hosted by the Scottish Universities Physics Alliance. DRAM!, Woodlands Road Thur 05 June, 18:00-19:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 02 Game for Debate: Is Elite Sport Good for You? The University of Glasgow hosts its first in a series of public debates around the Commonwealth Games. Join three experts as they consider the physiological, medical and psychological issues in the field of elite sport, including the spectre of performanceenhancing drugs. University of Glasgow, Sir Charles Wilson Building Thur 05 June, 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
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03 Home and Abroad with 19th c. Scottish Naturalist John Scouler of Kilbarchan John Scouler was one of the first naturalists to visit the Galapagos during his voyage to the Pacific northwest of America with botanist David Douglas. Uncover the story of this neglected Scottish scientist with natural history historian Dr Charles Nelson at this book launch and exhibition. Hosted by the Glasgow Natural History Society. University of Glasgow, Graham Kerr Building Thur 05 June, 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
05 Zombie Science: Brain of the Dead Uncover the dark complexity of the zombie brain in this brand new interactive lecture from the Zombie Institute for Theoretical Studies. Pick up the latest zombie apocalypse survival tips then pitch your questions to (living) brains from the University of Glasgow in our zombified Q&A. The Admiral Bar, Waterloo Street Thur 05 June, 20:00-22:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £5
04 Tasty Science: Malts and Molecules A multi-sensory experience with Scotch Broth Events and University of Glasgow Polyomics. Molecular paired canapés in dynamic taste sensations with delicious drams. Using the latest science to debunk myths, science of taste experiments, molecular cocktails and amuse-bouches, this is definitely an evening for the curious! The Corinthian, Ingram Street 05 June, 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £40
06 What Makes us Human? What sets humans apart from chimpanzees? Drs Amanda Lucas and Lewis Dean from the University of St Andrews will trace our evolutionary journey, with fascinating and interactive experiments to uncover what makes us unique. University of Glasgow Fri 06 June, 18:00-19:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
09 This Is Cancer
07 Tasty Science: Know Your Whisky Glasgow Science Festival presents a delicious blend of whisky and science. Researchers from the University of Glasgow Polyomics showcase cutting-edge technology to test the chemical make-up of your favourite malts. Master blender Rachel Barrie of Morrison Bowmore Distillers will provide an expert insight into your favourite tipples. With live demonstrations and samples. Sláinte! DRAM!, Woodlands Road Fri 06 June, 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £12 08 You’re Grammar Are Terrible Confused by clauses? Nonplussed by nouns? English-language expert and broadcaster Professor Jeremy Smith from the University of Glasgow showcases his new app, using technology to solve you’re your grammar problems. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum Sat 07 June, 10:00-12:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
How does cancer develop, grow and move? Discover how treatments work and what innovations and collaborations are being explored to defeat this complex disease, with scientists and clinicians at the Beatson Institute. Handson activities are drop-in. For tours, please book online. CRUK Beatson Institute, Garscube Estate, Switchback Road, Bearsden Sat 07 June, 10:00-14:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
11 DNA: Unwinding the Theory of Evolution Dr Billy Sands from the University of Glasgow presents a beginner’s guide to genetics. Discover what information is contained within our genes, how to track genetic changes over the millennia and why DNA so strongly supports Darwin’s theory of evolution. Albany Centre, Ashley Street Sat 07 June, 15:00-16:30 Drop-in
10 Hangover Hypothesis We all have a routine for the morning after the night before, but is it really effective? Edinburgh International Science Festival invites you to bring your own hangover (optional!) as they attempt to harness the power of science to stretch, slurp and scoff it into submission. Ticket includes a full cooked breakfast and Bloody Mary cocktail. DRAM!, Woodlands Road Sat 07 June, 14:00-15:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £10
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12 Open Science From ocean depths to the silent reaches of space we have an insatiable appetite for learning and exploring. Sample the range of science courses on offer at the University of Glasgow’s Centre for Open Studies at this lively taster session. DRAM!, Woodlands Road Sat 07 June, 16:30-17:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk www.glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk P9
ADULT 13 State of Play Board games with a science-y twist! Enjoy an afternoon saving the world from pandemic flu, solving the global warming crisis, preventing lab explosions or even just creating the best dinosaur zoo. Children welcome accompanied by an adult. The Sparkle Horse, Dowanhill Street Sun 08 June, 12:00-15:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £3 14 Big Science Pub Quiz Glasgow Science Festival is back with its lively, lighthearted science quiz packed full of live experiments to test your grey matter. Don’t worry if science isn’t your strong point – there will be plenty of chances for inspired guesswork! The Sparkle Horse, Dowanhill Street Sun 08 June, 20:00-23:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
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15 The Ugly Animal Preservation Society
17 Bright Club Comedy Workshop
Join Simon Watt and friends for a night of stand-up comedy with a conservation twist! The Ugly Animal Preservation Society is an evening dedicated to raising the profile of some of Mother Nature’s more aesthetically challenged children. Think less panda, more blobfish! The Stand Comedy Club, Woodlands Road Sun 08 June, 20:30-22:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £10
Calling all researchers! Bright Club is a unique public engagement project in which academics communicate their work using stand-up comedy. Learn how to sharpen your presenting skills and have a laugh at this training workshop hosted by Simon Watt. The Admiral Bar, Waterloo Street Mon 09 June, 17:00-18:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
16 Digital Innovations: Transforming the Private Sector
18 Game for Debate: Why are Different Nations Good at Different Sports?
How has technology changed the way companies deal with their vast amounts of digital data? Find out how your organisation can benefit from the broad-ranging expertise in the field of Big Data, available at the University of Glasgow. Public welcome. University of Glasgow Mon 09 June, 14:00-17:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
Different countries have built reputations for excellence in different sports. But why is this? In this second debate at the University of Glasgow, three experts will examine genetic, environmental and cultural factors to address this question. University of Glasgow, Sir Charles Wilson Building Mon 09 June, 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
19 Bright Club Science Special
21 Jaws
Scientists do stand up! Glasgow’s favourite researchfuelled comedy night presents a science special for Glasgow Science Festival, hosted by biologist and broadcaster Simon Watt (Channel 4 ‘Inside Nature’s Giants’). The Admiral Bar, Waterloo Street Mon 09 June, 20:00-22:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £5
Marine biologists Drs David Bailey, Shaun Killen and Deborah McNeill from the University of Glasgow host a special screening of “Jaws” followed by a Q&A to delve further into the science of the deep. Sponsored by the British Ecological Society. Film certificate 12A. Glasgow Film Theatre Tue 10 June, 17:30-20:15 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £8 full price; £6.50 concessions
20 Tasty Science: Starbucks Coffee and the Commonwealth Take your taste buds on a tour of the growing regions of the Commonwealth. Follow the journey from seed to bean to roast and sample Starbuck’s signature coffees from around the globe. With delicious food items to enhance and complement each coffee. Starbucks Café at Cineworld Glasgow IMAX, Glasgow Science Centre Tue 10 June, 10:00-11:00 & 16:00-17:00 Sat 14 June, 10:00-11:00 & 16:00-17:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £10 TIMES LISTED ARE EVENT START TIMES, SEE TICKET FOR DOORS OPENING TIMES.
23 Game for Debate: Why Are We a Nation of Couch Potatoes? In the last of three Commonwealth-themed debates at the University of Glasgow, our panel considers how to get people in Scotland up off the couch and more active. Are we just lazy or is it more complicated? University of Glasgow, Sir Charles Wilson Building Wed 11 June, 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 24 Hobby Horse: Crafty Critters Special
22 Making Food from Air How will we feed ourselves in the future? Materials chemistry experts Drs Miras and Lang from the University of Glasgow and Strathclyde explore the issues surrounding food security and answer your questions at a live Q&A. University of Glasgow, Graham Kerr Building Tue 10 June, 18:00-19:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
Join scientists from the University of Glasgow and seasoned knitters from Hobby Horse for an evening of critter-themed crafts! Crochet a Cholera or purl a parasite. No prior knitting experience required. The Sparkle Horse, Dowanhill Street Wed 11 June, 19:00-21:00 Drop-in
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ADULT 25 Let’s Talk About Space Join Kieran and Chris for a guided tour of the Solar System and beyond through spoken word, live music, film, animation and stunning 3D visuals. Wash it all down with some Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster cocktails and get your groove on with DJs Thunder Disco Club. Hillhead Bookclub, Vinicombe Street Wed 11 June, 21:00-00:00 Drop-in 26 Tasty Science: Discover Beer at WEST (no tasters) Discover the science behind your favourite bevvy in Glasgow’s best-loved microbrewery, WEST. Meet the beer experts, take a behind-thescenes tour and enjoy four delicious beer tasters. WEST, Templeton Building, Glasgow Green Thurs 12 June, 18:00-19:30 Email to book: brewerytour@westbeer.com £11.50 (16+ pay £6, no tasters incl)
29 Tasty Science: Cocktail Chemistry
27 Scotland’s Future: The Wind Turbine’s Arms What does the future hold for wind energy in Scotland? Pose your questions to experts from the wind industry, environment and economy at this lively discussion and Question Time-style pub debate. Hosted by University of Strathclyde. The Admiral Bar, Waterloo St Thurs 12 June, 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 28 Tasty Science: Mystery Menu Dinner Party Join Glasgow Science Festival and Glasgow Polyomics in one of the city’s best-loved restaurants for a truly unique four-course meal with a mystery menu. Can you guess what you are eating before the results of live DNA tests confirm it? With special guest speakers. Not suitable for vegetarians. Please advise of any dietary requirements at time of booking. Stravaigin, Gibson Street Thurs 12 June, 19:00-21:30 Call to Book: 0141 334 2665 £27 (£10 deposit)
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Discover why it’s sometimes better to shake rather than stir your cocktails. Relax, drink in hand, as you discover the magic of mixes and science behind creating cocktails. Ticket includes three cocktails. Hosted by Edinburgh International Science Festival. Black Sparrow, North Street Fri 13 June, 18:30-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £15 30 Knit and Natter: Crafty Critters Special Ever knitted a cuddly parasite? Or stitched your own Salmonella? Join Glasgow Science Festival and scientists from the University of Glasgow as they celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day with critter-themed crafts. Sponsored by the Royal College of Pathologists. Children welcome accompanied by adults. Hillhead Bookclub, Vinicombe Street Sat 14 June, 14:00-16:00 Drop-in 31 A Splash of Cabaret Marine scientists dip their toes into the world of cabaret! Take your seat and enjoy a lively mix of spoken word, sketches, comedy, dance and more. Hosted by the Marine Alliance for Science and Technology for Scotland. Blackfriars, Bell Street Sat 14 June, 20:00-22:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £5
ALL AGES EXHIBITIONS 32 What’s Under Our Feet? The Clyde Urban Super Project’s 3D fly-through reveals new perspectives on our industrial past and how this new technology can shape Glasgow’s future. Enjoy this exhibition of leading research on the geological substructure of Glasgow. Runs 2nd May to 31st July. Hunterian Museum Thur 05 - Sun 15 June, Tues - Sat, 10:00-17:00, Sun 11:00 - 16:00, closed Mon Drop-in 35 Glasgow Caledonian University Research Celebration 2014 Celebrate the research which is shaping the world’s health, engineering and business at Glasgow Caledonian University. The programme will feature public talks, meet the experts and interactive displays including the lightning-bolt firing guitar and human performance laboratory. Glasgow Caledonian University Fri 06 June, 12:00-16:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
33 Scottish Gold This major new exhibition features a spectacular array of Scottish gold items from the Bronze Age to the present. Learn about this precious metal’s part in our natural history. Ticket price includes a 30 min guided tour. Runs 14th March to 15th June. Hunterian Art Gallery Thur 05 - Sun 15 June, Tues - Sat, 10:00-17:00, Sun 11:00 - 16:00, closed Mon Drop-in £5 / £3
34 Images of Research A picture speaks a thousand words. The University of Strathclyde presents an exhibition of compelling images to showcase research and how working with others can lead to exciting developments. The Lighthouse, Mitchell Lane Fri 06 - Sun 08 June, Fri & Sat: 10:30-17:00, Sun: 12:00-17:00 Drop-in
36 Strathclyde Science Special Meet scientists at the University of Strathclyde for a weekend of handson activities, workshops and scienceinspired art! Embark on a journey of natural drug discovery, from rainforest to lab. See the results of ten artists put to work in a molecular biology lab, with the Art Science Collaborative’s unique exhibition. Travel ‘under the sea’ and learn how scientists are finding new drugs from marine bugs. Join a workshop and test your brain power with the amazing technologies used to visualise brain activity under the expert guidance of our brainy brain scientists. University of Strathclyde, Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, Hamnett Wing, John Arbuthnott Building, Cathedral Street Sat 07, Sun 08 June, 10:00-16:00 Drop-in
37 Wind Power at Whitelee Welcome to Whitelee where you can visit the renewable power exhibition and walk through the wind farm. Take a guided tour, join in workshops to build your own land yacht and experiment with wind turbine design. Whitlee Windfarm Visitor Centre Sat 07, Sun 08, Sat 14, Sun 15 June 10:00-17:00 Drop-in Visitor centre/workshops free Tours £3 / £2 For tours please book: 0141 568 5480
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ALL AGES 38 Science on the Streets: Cathedral Tour
42 Glasgow Science Festival at Kelvingrove
Join Dr Carol Trager-Cowan, University of Strathclyde, and discover the revolutionary advancements in science and medicine pioneered right on our doorstep with this walking tour through the Glasgow Cathedral graveyard and the Necropolis. Explore a range of scientific developments, from the introduction of antiseptics to transatlantic communications. Glasgow Cathedral Sat 07 June, 11:00-12:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
A weekend of fun-filled science activities for all the family at Kelvingrove. Get ready for the games and test your sporting skills with Glasgow Science Centre’s Fit Lab. Meet University of Glasgow scientists and compare yourself to elite-level athletes at the Science and the Commonwealth Games Roadshow. Get up close and personal with some friendly sea creatures at the MASTS touch tank or put your engineering hat on with Engineers from the University of Strathclyde. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum Sat 07, Sun 08 June, 13:30-16:30 Drop-in
39 offKILTR Street Feastival at Glasgow Mela offKILTR is partnering up with Scotland’s biggest multicultural festival to provide a thrilling and exciting pop-up experience including a selection of top Scottish and global culinary institutions, local DJs and diverse bars. Pop by the Glasgow Science Festival stand for some hands-on fun. Kelvingrove Park Sat 07, Sun 08 June, 12:00-20:00 Drop-in
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40 Scottish Gold: Gold Panning Workshops Join the gold rush and try your hand at finding your fortune in our gold panning workshop (Duration 30 min). Part of the Hunterian’s Scottish Gold exhibition (Event 33). Hunterian Art Gallery Sat 07 June, 12:00-14:00 Drop-in 41 Marine Touch Tank and Boombox Science At Boombox Science, there is no PowerPoint slide or theatre just remarkable scientists ready to amaze you with their latest discoveries and answer those burning science questions. Don’t miss the chance to feel the tickly feet of starfish and meet other marine creatures with the Intertidal Touch Tank. Hosted by the Marine Alliance for Science and Technology for Scotland. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum Sat 07, Sun 08 June, 13:30-16:30 Drop-in
43 Science on the Streets: City Centre Tour Dr Carol Trager-Cowan, University of Strathclyde, leads a science-themed tour of Glasgow. Hear the tale of the galvanisation of an executed murderer! See the ‘tape measure’ on George Square and discover how a brainwave on Glasgow Green enabled James Watt to kick-start the Industrial Revolution. James Watt Statue, George Square Sat 07 June, 14:00-15:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
44 Glasgow Science Festival at Braehead
49 Raspberry Jam and Coderdojo Scotland
The University of Glasgow’s Pop Up Museum pops up in Braehead Shopping Centre! Get your hands on some unique artefacts from the Hunterian Museum. Braehead Shopping Centre Sat 07 June, see website for times Drop-in
Raspberry Jam is a global network of user groups supporting anybody that wants to put their Raspberry Pi computer to good use. In this workshop, learn how the Raspberry Pi can be used to create apps, games and websites, control robots, and much more. The only limit on what you can do is your imagination. Some experience needed, see website for details. University of Strathclyde, Livingstone Tower, Richmond Street Sat 14 June, 10:00-16:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
45 Once Upon Today Connect with nature by exploring Woodlands Community Garden. The Colour Ecology Project will reveal the beautiful art and science behind indigenous dye practices. Enjoy poetry from the Woodlands Wilds World Group and roll up your sleeves for a native botanical lore and planting workshop. Woodlands Community Garden, West Princes St Sun 08 June, 11:00-16:00 Drop-in 46 Behind the Scenes at Glasgow Museums Glasgow Museums’ natural history collections are regularly consulted for scientific research. Find out how they are used in this special tour for the Glasgow Science Festival. Glasgow Museums Resource Centre, Woodhead Road, South Nitshill Industrial Estate Wed 11 June, 14:30-15:30 Email to book:
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47 Glasgow Science Festival at St Enoch Centre Take a break from shopping and come face-to-face with University of Glasgow neuroscientists in ‘Facing Culture’. Scan and animate your own face using state-ofthe-art 4D computer graphics and discover how facial expressions are key to human communication. St Enoch Centre Fri 13, Sat 14, Sun 15 June, 11:00-15:00 Drop-in 48 Indestructible Energy Petrol, ping pong balls and cookies – what do they all have in common? Energy! Join Jamie Gallagher for some interactive demonstrations as he burns food, bounces balls and generates electricity. Sponsored by The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow. University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Lecture Theatre Fri 13 June, 19:00-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
50 Commonwealth Games Meet the Expert: Performance & Health in Elite Sport and Everyday Exercise Are you as fast as Usain Bolt? Visit this guided exhibition during a trip to Glasgow Science Centre to find out how science helps improve athletic performance and how elite sport and everyday activity affects health. With Sports Scientists from the University of Glasgow. Meet the Expert Booth, Glasgow Science Centre Sat 14, Sun 15 June, 10:00-17:00 Drop-in, Requires admission to GSC Science Mall. See website for details.
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ALL AGES 51 KIDSTIVAL Two days of action-packed kids fun and entertainment, taste bud tantalising food and the finest musical grooves as offKILTR presents KIDSTIVAL: Festival of Fun. Get hands-on with Glasgow Science Festival’s CSI Crime scene as part of this brand new event. The Briggait, Merchant City Sat 14, Sun 15 June, 10:00-18:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk See website for details
53 Science Sunday at the University of Glasgow Be a scientist for the day and shortcut your way into the world of research at the University of Glasgow’s flagship family event. Think Science ABC: Animals, Brains and Commonwealth. Our staff and students have created a vast array of shows, workshops and hands-on activities for you to enjoy. All brought to you by the Glasgow Science Festival team and our specially invited guests. (Includes events 54 - 59.) University of Glasgow, Wolfson Medical Building, University Avenue Sun 15 June, 10:00-16:00 Drop-in 54 Zoofest: Animal Athletes
52 Geek Walk Engineering historian Dr Nina Baker leads a guided geek-walk around central Glasgow. Your eyes will be opened to many items which highlight the importance of engineering for the city. Who is represented by the most statues? Where can you see babies making money? Sponsored by IESIS and Glasgow City Marketing Bureau. City Chambers, George Square Sat 14 June, 11:00-11:30, 12:00-12:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk www.glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk P16
A special Sunday opening of The Hunterian Zoology Museum to celebrate Science Sunday. Come along for a day of free family fun! Running, swimming, flying, jumping – discover animal athletes with the Centre for Open Studies. Then chirp-chirp and flutter- flutter with our bird and butterfly activities. Part of Science Sunday (Event 53). Hunterian Zoology Museum, Graham Kerr Building, University of Glasgow Sun 15 June, 11:00-15:00 Drop-in
55 Under the Skin: Still life Get under the skin of our rarely seen specimens from the store rooms of the Zoology museum in our still life drawing class with scientist Mhairi and artist Gary. Part of Science Sunday (Event 53). Hunterian Zoology Museum, Graham Kerr Building, University of Glasgow Sun 15 June, 11:00-15:00 Drop-in 56 Colder Than Scotland? If you think icy winter weather is as cold as it gets then you’re in for a shock! Physicist Steven Thomson takes us on a tour of the temperature scale to reveal the coldest things in the universe. Brrr! Part of Science Sunday (Event 53). University of Glasgow, Wolfson Medical Building Sun 15 June, 12:00-12:30, 13:00-13:30, 14:30-15:00, 15:30-16:00 Drop-in
57 The Quantum Circus The Quantum Circus follows the journey of a clown, baffled by the strange phenomena around him and a physicist who tries to bring him out of his confusion. This popular comical show explores quantum mechanics and the inherently magical nature of our understanding of the atomic world. Part of Science Sunday (Event 53). University of Glasgow, Graham Kerr Building Sun 15 June, 12:00-13:00, 14:00-15:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
58 Mapping Glasgow’s Hogwarts The University of Glasgow’s beautiful gothic architecture has earned it the unofficial title of ‘Hogwarts for Muggles’. Uncover the secrets of the quadrangles’ underlying geology and tunnels with this outdoor mapping workshop for witches and wizards of all ages. Part of Science Sunday (Event 53). Hunterian Museum Sun 15 June, 12:00-16:00 Drop-in
59 Changing Voices Ever wondered why accents change over time? Would you like to see your own tongue movements during speech, or hear your voice change into someone else’s? Join researchers at the University of Glasgow’s phonetics laboratory for a hands-on exploration of speech and voice. Part of Science Sunday (Event 53). University of Glasgow, Wolfson Medical Building Sun 15 June, various times BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
MUCH ‘APPINESS Glasgow Science Festival is gearing up for the games and is excited to tell you about a new app coming from the University of Glasgow. The ‘MyCity: Glasgow’ app will be available to download from the Apple and Android app stores from 23rd June. Use it to keep track of and improve your levels of physical activity during the Commonwealth Games 2014, learn more about the host city, and compete against other users from around the world to win prizes. www.glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk P17
SCHOOLS PRIMARY 60 The Human Body in Action Pull a body apart and put it together again. Compare a human skeleton with animal skeletons and investigate how your own body works. This laboratory workshop will take you on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the living body. With Clasgow Caledonian University researchers. Glasgow Caledonian University Thurs 05, Mon 09, 10:30-12:00 Wed 11, Fri 13 June, 10:30-12:00 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE 61 Medieval Castle Construction Discover how Medieval castles and abbeys were built in our-cross curricular show. Pupils will take part in demonstrations and challenges exploring energy, forces and technology. Free travel subsidies potentially available, see glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk Bothwell Castle: Mon 09, Tue 10 June Newark Castle: Wed 11, Thurs 12, Fri 13 June 10:00-11:10, 11:20-12:30, 1:00-14:10 Email to book: hslearning@scotland.gsi.gov.uk FREE
62 Bacterial Commonwealth Games Join us for the Bacterial Commonwealth Games as we show how bacteria compete against each other across several sports, including swimming, running and boxing. Watch the world’s tiniest athletes go for gold! University of Glasgow Tue 10 June 09:45-11:00, 12:45-14:00 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE 63 From Braids to Algebra What do braids have to do with maths? In this workshop University of Glasgow mathematicians use a range of everyday objects (strings, cords and more) to compare braiding with addition and see how algebra shows up in unexpected places. University of Glasgow Wed 11 June, 10:00-12:00 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
65 Using and Losing Bugs Explore the world of helpful and harmful bugs in an interactive presentation by Dr Steven Kelly. A hands-on workshop will then show how bugs are used to make useful substances and how we can lose harmful bugs. Hosted by the University of the West of Scotland. University of the West of Scotland, Hamilton Campus Thurs 12 June, 10:00-12:00 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
64 The Science Behind the Sports Rowing machine races and bouncing ball challenges await as pupils participate in some fun physical experiments that take them behind the scenes to find out what it takes to be a Commonwealth sports star. University of Glasgow Wed 11 June, P1-P4: 10:00-12:00; P5-P7: 12:30-14:30 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
66 Let’s Have SUM Fun! This outdoor session uses orienteering as the context for participating in team building, problem solving and numeracybased challenges. A unique combination of physical activity, maths and orienteering. University of Glasgow Thurs 12 June, P1-P4: 10:00-12:00 P5-P7: 12:30-14:30 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
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SECONDARY 67 Historical Dyeing and Printing Workshop Through hands-on dyeing and printing activities this novel workshop brings together science, art and history. Pupils will learn about the Scottish textile dyeing industry from over 150 years ago, and the chemistry involved in the production of colourful patterned textiles. With art historians and chemists from the University of Glasgow. University of Glasgow Fri 06 June, 10:30-12:00, 14:00-15:30 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE 68 A Look at Optometrists: Seeing is Believing This workshop will test the way you see the world, both the one around you, and the world inside your head. Glasgow Caledonian University scientists will guide you through intriguing tests to explore how your eyes and brain work together. Glasgow Caledonian University Mon 09, Thurs 12 June, 10:00-12:00 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
69 The Earth Through Microscopic Vision Students will participate in hands-on modules with microscopes to see how microscopic structures and objects tell us about larger Earth processes. Includes a visit to the Scanning Electron Microscope and the Rock Around the University tour. University of Glasgow Mon 09 June, 10:00-12:00; 12:30-14:30 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE 70 Blame Your Parents Join Dr Kevin O’Dell and discover which bits of you have been inherited from your parents and which bits are linked to your environment. Followed by a hands-on Genetics Lab Taster. University of Glasgow Tue 10, Fri 13 June, 10:00-12:00, 12:45-14:45 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE 71 Physics in the Dragon’s Den Ever wondered what scientists actually do all day? Come and see physicists from Scottish universities present their cutting-edge work in 3 minutes or less. Watch them suffer a grilling at the hands of our ‘dragons’, then vote for the winner! University of Glasgow Tue 10 June, 11:00-12:00, 13:00-14:00 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
72 Performance and Health in Elite Commonwealth Athletes Join University of Glasgow sports scientists for this interactive workshop included in a visit to Glasgow Science Centre. Discover how science helps athletes run faster, jump higher and get stronger and how the demands of elite sport affect their health? Glasgow Science Centre Wed 11, Thurs 12, Fri 13 June, 10:00-11:50, 12:00-13:50 glasgowsciencecentre.org Free workshop with admission cost to GSC mall 73 Engineering Taster: Shaping the World Learn how engineering has shaped the modern world and addresses the challenges we face today. Attend a talk and one of four workshops at the University of Glasgow. WS 1: Chocolate Engineering: test the structural properties of chocolate bars (Mechanical Engineering). WS 2: Madlab: build your own electronic circuit (Electronic and Nanoscale Engineering). WS 3: Great Paper Helicopter Challenge: discover important flight concepts (Aerospace Engineering). WS 4: Fluid Mechanics with Toys: explore fundamental principles of fluids (Civil Engineering). University of Glasgow Wed 11 June, 10:00-12:00 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
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74 Commonwealth Games: Whodunnit? Test your powers of deduction and scientific ability to work out who committed the crime. Blood and drug testing, fingerprinting and DNA banding patterns will all lead you to who? You work it out. University of Glasgow Wed 11 June, 10:00-12:00, 12:30-14:30 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE 75 Sports and Statistics How can Statistics be used to predict the next world record of a sporting event? What is the relationship between strength and hand size? Join University of Glasgow Statisticians and see the connection between the sports world, statistics and you. University of Glasgow Wed 11 June, 12:30-13:30 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
76 Microbiology Taster: Disease Detective Join University of Glasgow researchers for a hands-on diagnostics lab looking at infectious diseases caused by bacteria, parasites and viruses. Pupils will explore several microbial diseases before trying to diagnose a ‘patient’ by analysing their recent medical history and by performing simple microscopic and biochemical tests on blood or stool samples taken from the patient. University of Glasgow Thurs 12th June, 10:00-12:00, 12:30-14:00 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE 77 Product Design Engineering Taster: Design and Build Use your design flair to generate ideas and translate them into reality at this event hosted by the University of Glasgow and Glasgow School of Art. Pupils will take part in a design-and-build challenge and ask undergraduates about their current projects. Timetabled to coincide with the 2014 Degree Show. Glasgow School of Art 16th June, 10:00-12:00, 12:30-14:30 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
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78 A Taste Of Food Science Secondary school teachers
Find out about the food and drink sector, the UK’s largest and most innovative manufacturing industry in this diverse and exciting workshop. Glasgow Caledonian University Tue 10 June, 18:00-21:00 Call to book: 0141 330 5370 FREE
BEYOND THE FESTIVAL
The science doesn’t need to stop here. If you’ve enjoyed the 2014 festival then you’ll be happy to hear that Glasgow Science Festival offers a varied programme of innovative events throughout the year. From Dumfries and Galloway Science Festival every spring to pop-up science days in communities throughout Glasgow, our aim is to bring the latest in cuttingedge research to your doorstep.
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