FESTIVAL S T H G I L H G I H GLASGOW INNOVATES
Discover Glasgow innovation with our Kelvingrove exhibition 35 and a range of events exploring the story of gravitational waves 05 , designing wigs for alopecia 45 , the latest video game technology 31 and the future of science 18 , 55 .
SCIENCE ON SCREEN
Our film programme features outdoor screenings of much-loved Spielberg classics ‘Jurassic Park’ 32 and ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ 33 . Plus nuclear waste documentary ‘Into Eternity’ 25 and compelling drama ‘Patrick’s Day’ 16 , exploring mental health.
AFTER DINNER SCIENCE
Fill your belly with tasty science at the Cheese Science Chewtorial 07 and pair whisky with chemistry 02 . Follow it up with laughs at Bright Club 17 and space-inspired entertainment at Cosmic Cabaret 03 .Simon Watt’s brand new podcast will leave you inspired 22 .
FOR THE FAMILY
Our child-friendly talks will tell the Story of Eye 50 and the Future of Fuel 52 . For hands-on fun, enjoy a weekend of activities at Kelvingrove 43 and the Strathclyde Science Special 54 and get outdoors with Nature’s Architects 56 . At the Science Sunday Big Birthday Bash 57 enter your best science-themed cake in our bake off 58 .
TO INTRIGUE AND INSPIRE
Meet the author at the book launch 51 and create your own artwork inspired by The Mighty Women of Science 46 . Serve on the jury at Drugs in Sport: the Trial 21 and uncover a day in the life of a cutting-edge cancer researcher with Bench to Bedside 30 .
OF 10 YEARES IN SCIENCTY THE CI 2016 is an exciting year for our team. It marks a decade since Glasgow Science Festival was born, giving scientists a place to share their fascinating stories of discovery with the public. This year’s bumper birthday programme is entitled ‘Glasgow Innovates’ to celebrate Scotland’s 2016 Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design, featuring our speciallycurated exhibition at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum. From 9-19th June, venues across the city will be a-buzz with a huge range of activities designed to enlighten and inspire the ‘weegie masses. It wouldn’t be a birthday party without cake! Head along to the Science Sunday Big Birthday Bash for our hungrily anticipated Bake Off. Get hands-on at our family weekends in Kelvingrove and the Strathclyde Science Special. From drug-doping in athletes to the therapeutic potential of cannabis, there’s plenty to talk about. Meet experts from a fantastic diversity of subjects and ask those burning questions. As astronaut Tim Peake prepares to make his return journey to Earth, we’ll be opening our ears to specially-commissioned poetry, music and comedy at Cosmic Cabaret. Don’t miss our popup outdoor cinema and prime your palette for tasty science ‘chewtorials’ in cheese and whisky. Over the past ten years, we’ve been fortunate to work with some extraordinary people, from world-leading zoologists to the physicists involved in the discovery of gravitational waves. Unique partnerships with the arts community, from opera singers and acrobats to comedians and visual artists have made for some truly memorable events. We would like to thank the many people who have helped build the festival into what it is today. Help us celebrate with the biggest science-themed party in town. And of course, cake.
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
DR DEBORAH MCNEILL Festival Director With sincere thanks to our headline sponsors
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FESTIVAL DIARY THURSDAY 09 JUNE
SATURDAY 11 JUNE
MONDAY 13 JUNE
34 Beyond Epilepsy
34 Beyond Epilepsy
34 Beyond Epilepsy
35 Glasgow Innovates
35 Glasgow Innovates
36 Climate, State of
36 Climate, State of
36 Climate, State of Emergency 39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show 37 Space for Art 38 Images of Research: Our Vision, Your Tomorrow 40 Glasgow Tower 14 Café Scientifique: Can We Give New Biotech the Green Light? 15 Sharing Healthcare Data: a Route to Innovation or an Intrusion of Privacy? 16 Patrick’s Day 17 Bright Club Science Special
Emergency 39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show 40 Glasgow Tower 01 Speed Science 02 Casks, Coats & Chemistry 03 Peake into Space: Cosmic Cabaret
FRIDAY 10 JUNE 34 Beyond Epilepsy 36 Climate, State of Emergency 39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show 35 Glasgow Innovates 40 Glasgow Tower 04 Glasgow Caledonian Research Day 41 Behind the Scenes at Glasgow Museums 05 Making Waves: Listening to Einstein’s Universe 06 Imagineering the Human Future: Prosperity and More Room for Nature by 2050 07 Cheesy Science Chewtorial 08 Mission Impossible: Agent Photon and the Quest for Quantum www.glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 4 P4
Emergency 39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show 40 Glasgow Tower 42 Science on the Streets: Cathedral Tour 43 Glasgow Science Festival Innovates at Kelvingrove 44 Street Maths 45 Glasgow Innovates: Heads Up 46 The Mighty Women of Science: Big Science Draw 09 Place-names: Call My Bluff 47 Watt’s it All About? 10 Cannabis: What Do We Know? 48 Science on the Streets: City Centre Tour
TUESDAY 14 JUNE SUNDAY 12 JUNE 34 Beyond Epilepsy 37 Space for Art 35 Glasgow Innovates 39 Glasgow Science Centre
on Show 40 Glasgow Tower 43 Glasgow Science Festival Innovates at Kelvingrove 44 Street Maths 47 Watt’s it All About? 49 State of Play: Science Board Games 11 The Philosophy and Psychology of Colour 12 Is Pain Bad? 13 The Big Science Birthday Quiz
36 Climate, State of Emergency 39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show 37 Space for Art 38 Images of Research: Our Vision, Your Tomorrow 40 Glasgow Tower 18 Futureproofing Innovation 19 Imagineering the Human Future: The Future of Weather 50 The Story of Eye 51 The Mighty Women of Science: Book Launch 20 Café Scientifique de Glasgow 21 Drugs in Sport: the Trial
WEDNESDAY 15 JUNE
FRIDAY 17 JUNE
SUNDAY 19 JUNE
36 Climate, State of Emergency 39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show 37 Space for Art 38 Images of Research: Our Vision, Your Tomorrow 40 Glasgow Tower 22 Level Up Human 23 Glasgow Skeptics: Transforming Travel with Tech
36 Climate, State of Emergency 39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show 37 Space for Art 38 Images of Research: Our Vision, Your Tomorrow 40 Glasgow Tower 28 Trailblazing Women of Science 29 Follow the Leader: the Social Lives of Animals and Humans 30 Bench to Bedside: Revealing Translational Medicine 31 Glasgow Tech Innovation: Games Night 32 Outdoor Cinema: Jurassic Park
37 Space for Art 57 Science Sunday
Big Birthday Bash
39 Glasgow Science Centre
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40 Glasgow Tower 58 Birthday Balloon Science 54 Strathclyde Science
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Special 2016 Seeing Speech Big Birthday Science Bake Off Street Maths Hearing Voices The Mighty Women of Science: Big Science Draw Watt’s it All About? State of Play: City Builder Changing Accents
SATURDAY 18 JUNE
THURSDAY 16 JUNE 36 Climate, State of Emergency 39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show 37 Space for Art 38 Images of Research: Our Vision, Your Tomorrow 40 Glasgow Tower 24 Water We Doing to Our Water? 25 Imagineering the Human Future: Into Eternity 26 Goodall Lecture: 200th Anniversary of Laennec’s First Stethoscope 27 Bugs in the Pub 52 Future Fuels
36 Climate, State of Emergency 39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show 37 Space for Art 40 Glasgow Tower 53 Think Science! 54 Strathclyde Science Special 2016 55 Air Time with VentureJam 56 Nature’s Architects 47 Watt’s it All About? 33 Outdoor Cinema: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
DIARY KEY 01 to 33 Adult Events 34 to 63 All Ages
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ADULT 01 Speed Science Like speed dating, without the dating! Hear from the brightest new lights in Scottish physics at a fastpaced session where you, the audience, get to vote for the best of the bunch. Hosted by the Scottish Universities Physics Alliance. The Record Factory, Byres Road Thur 09 June; 18:30-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 02 Casks, Coats & Chemistry Discover the story of Harris Tweed, interwoven with whisky chemistry. Ewan Henderson (Scotch Broth events) and textile specialist Alan Moore (ten30) present the Journey of the Jacket. Explore the science of colour, scent and texture with tasty experiments. Includes four whiskies and canapés. Kelvingrove Café, Finnieston Thur 09 June; 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £25
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05 Making Waves: Listening to Einstein’s Universe
03 Peake into Space: Cosmic Cabaret Journey into the cosmos at this space-themed variety night, featuring speciallycommissioned live poetry, music and comedy. In between the entertainment, get hands on with space-themed experiments and our remotecontrolled ‘Mars Rover’. Sponsored by the Institute of Physics. The Admiral Bar, Waterloo Street Thur 09 June; 20:00-22:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £5.50 04 Glasgow Caledonian Research Day Glasgow Caledonian University celebrates the research which is shaping the world’s health, engineering and business. Meet the experts, with public talks and interactive displays. The day will conclude with the Three Minute Thesis competition and a drinks reception. Glasgow Caledonian University, The Arc, Cowcaddens Road Fri 10 June; 12:00-18:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
Prof Jim Hough FRS and other University of Glasgow black hole hunters introduce a short film and discussion about the dramatic events of February 2016, when the LIGO Scientific Collaboration announced the first ever detection of gravitational waves. Featuring a live link with the LIGO Livingston Observatory, Louisiana. University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Bld Fri 10 June; 18:00-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 06 Imagineering the Human Future: Prosperity and More Room for Nature by 2050 Join Michael Shellenberger (Ecomodernist Manifesto) and others to discuss whether technology can de-couple human needs from nature. Can nuclear energy decarbonise the economy? Can GM agriculture free land for nature? Talk and panel discussion. Sponsored by the University of Glasgow Chancellor’s Fund. University of Glasgow, James Watt South Bld Fri 10 June; 18:00-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
07 Cheesy Science Chewtorial Join the Roving Fromagiere for an interactive exploration of cheese. While you’re nibbling on eight cheeses, we’ll delve into cheese history, the taste of place and what’s going on chemically to make this complex foodstuff so magical. Siempre Bicycle Cafe, Dumbarton Rd Fri 10 June; 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £15 08 Mission Impossible: Agent Photon and the Quest for Quantum Discover Quantum Physics through this interactive, theatrical performance. A Secret Mission will unfold at an undisclosed location where the audience - teams of ‘Heroes’ and ‘Villains’ - will learn how Quantum Physics can be used to save or destroy the world. Explore science and consider the ethics. University of Glasgow, Wolfson Medical Bld Fri 10 June; 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
09 Place-names: Call My Bluff
12 Is Pain Bad?
Join us for a ‘Call My Bluff’ session on Scottish placenames. Pit your wits against place-name experts Prof Carole Hough and Dr Simon Taylor from the University of Glasgow, and work out which explanation is correct. Part of Event 43. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum Sat 11 June; 14:00-14:30; 15:00-15:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
Pain must hurt. If it doesn’t, it’s not pain. University of Glasgow Philosopher Dr David Bain looks at reasons to question this apparently obvious idea, and what this tells us about the nature of pain. University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Bld Sun 12 June; 18:00-19:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
10 Cannabis: What Do We Know?
13 The Big Science Birthday Quiz
Cannabis is an intricate plant with a long therapeutic history dating back to ancient China. Prof Roger Pertwee, Dr William Notcutt, Dr Daniele Bolognini and other experts present a panel discussion to explore cannabis, the drug of abuse versus one of medical treatment. The Record Factory, Byres Road Sat 11 June; 15:00-17:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
The Big Science Pub Quiz returns with a 10th birthday special! Get ready to test your grey matter with brain busters and hands-on demos. Don’t worry if science isn’t your strong point - there are plenty of chances for inspired guesswork! The Sparkle Horse, Dowanhill Street Sun 12 June; 20:00-23:00 Drop-in
11 The Philosophy and Psychology of Colour What is colour? Do different people see the same colours? What are colour illusions? Prof Fiona Macpherson and Dr David Simmons examine psychological and philosophical approaches to colour. University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Bld Sun 12 June; 16:00-17:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
14 Café Scientifique: Can We Give New Biotech the Green Light? Can you be ‘green’ AND in favour of genetic engineering? Using examples of cutting-edge biotechnology, a panel of innovators invite you to help them explore if and how biotechnology can contribute to a more sustainable future. Children accompanied by adults are welcome. Tron Theatre, Victorian Bar Mon 13 June; 19:00-21:00 Drop-in
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ADULT 15 Sharing Healthcare Data: a Route to Innovation or an Intrusion of Privacy? The ‘big-data’ revolution has reached healthcare. Join us for a lively and interactive debate to discuss the potential advantages of this technology. How will it transform healthcare? What are the possible consequences for patient privacy? University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Bld Mon 13 June; 19:00-20:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 16 Patrick’s Day ‘Patrick’s Day’ addresses the complex relationships between Patrick, diagnosed with schizophrenia, his mother who desperately tries to manage Patrick’s life and Karen, an air hostess struggling with her own desperate thoughts. Join us for a screening of this compelling film and a Q&A with University of Glasgow psychologists Prof Andrew Gumley and Dr Hamish McLeod, exploring mental health and psychosis. Supported by Ignition Film Productions. University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Bld Mon 13 June; 19:30-22:00 Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
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17 Bright Club Science Special Scientists do stand-up! Glasgow’s favourite researchfueled comedy night presents a science special. Get ready to laugh and learn. The Stand Comedy Club, Woodlands Road Mon 13 June; 20:30-22:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £5.50 18 Futureproofing Innovation Businesses, public engagement experts and science educators come together to explore how we can raise awareness of career opportunities in Scotland’s space sector and futureproof this exciting industry. Part of the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design. Glasgow Science Centre, Tower Base Tues 14 June; 15:00-18:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 19 Imagineering the Human Future: The Future of Weather Heiner Goebbels’ ‘Stifters Dinge’ is theatre without musicians or actors, with pre-recorded voices and skeleton pianos playing themselves. Prof Carl Lavery discusses this film and future prospects of a world devoid of human presence. Sponsored by the University of Glasgow Chancellor’s Fund. University of Glasgow, Andrew Stewart Cinema Tues 14 June; 18:00-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
20 Café Scientifique de Glasgow The French-speaking Café Scientifique returns to Glasgow Science Festival! Dr Nicolas Labrosse from the University of Glasgow explores the theme of innovation, en français. Intermediate/Advanced level in French is advised. Alliance française de Glasgow, 3 Park Circus Tues 14 June; 19:00-21:00 EMAIL TO BOOK: culture@afglasgow.org.uk 21 Drugs in Sport: the Trial From Lance Armstrong to Maria Sharapova, drug doping in sport is a huge issue. But is the ‘zero-tolerance’ approach working? This courtroom drama puts drug doping on trial. Watch the UK’s leading physiologists and athletes as they’re cross-examined by lawyers and comedian Susan Morrison. The verdict? You decide. University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Bld Tues 14 June; 19:00-21:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
24 Water We Doing To Our Water?
22 Level Up Human Combining biology and ambition, ‘Level Up Human’ takes a light hearted look at what it means to be human, and what the alternatives might be. Join Simon Watt and guests for a live recording of this exciting new podcast. University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Bld Wed 15 June; 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 23 Glasgow Skeptics: Transforming Travel with Tech Providing travel services has long been about engineering and infrastructure but these services are now being transformed by technology. In this talk Sharon Moore (IBM UK) explores how technological advances are impacting transport employees and our experiences as passengers. The Admiral Bar, Waterloo Street Wed 15 June; 19:30-21:30 Drop-in
How do pharmaceutical residues from the consumption or disposal of medicines affect the environment and human health? Join Prof Ole Pahl for a discussion about medicines in our water. Followed by a drinks reception. Glasgow Caledonian University, Deeprose Lecture Theatre (A005) Thurs 16 June; 17:30-18:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 25 Imagineering the Human Future: Into Eternity ‘Into Eternity’ is a documentary exploring the safety of nuclear waste disposal, with a focus on the Onkalo site in Finland which is designed to store waste for up to 100,000 years. Join us for this film and panel discussion. University of Glasgow, Andrew Stewart Cinema Thurs 16 June; 18:00-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
26 Goodall Lecture: 200th Anniversary of Laennec’s First Stethoscope An evening of talks and the Goodall Lecture, inspired by the 200th anniversary of Laennec’s first stethoscope. Speakers will discuss the journey from Laennec’s innovation of 1816, to ‘Harvey’ the cardiovascular simulator in 2016. Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, 232-242 St Vincent Street Thurs 16 June; 18:30-21:00 EMAIL TO BOOK: library@rcpsg.ac.uk 27 Bugs in the Pub How has evolution sculpted microbial life to survive, conquer and even kill? Join local scientists in the pub as they explore microbial innovation through lively talks. What does this mean for the environment and human health and how can we exploit it? The Admiral Bar, Waterloo Street Thurs 16 June; 19:00-21:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk IMPORTANT INFORMATION Adult events for 16+ unless otherwise stated. Times listed are event start times, see ticket for doors opening times. Prices are inclusive of all booking fees. www.glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk P11
ADULT 28 Trailblazing Women of Science
30 Bench to Bedside: Revealing Translational Medicine
32 Outdoor Cinema: Jurassic Park
Catherine Booth, curator of science collections in the National Library of Scotland, has been uncovering stories of Scottish female scientists of the past. Discover the fascinating lives of these pioneering women, who made outstanding achievements despite the odds. Glasgow Women’s Library, 23 Landressy Street Fri 17 June; 14:00-15:00 CALL TO BOOK: 0141 550 2267 Free or £2 donation
At this tour, researchers at the University of Glasgow’s Wolfson Wohl Cancer Research Centre will explain what they do. Learn how this work will be involved in getting new treatments and therapies from the lab bench to the patient’s bedside. Wolfson Wohl Cancer Research Centre, Garscube Estate, G61 1BD Fri 17 June; 18:00-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
29 Follow the Leader: the Social Lives of Animals and Humans
31 Glasgow Tech Innovation: Games Night
Hold onto your butts! The University of Glasgow, Grosvenor Cinema and Glasgow Science Festival have teamed up to bring everyone’s favourite dinosaur epic to the beautiful East Quadrangle on campus. BYOC (bring your own chair), wrap up warm and look out for our science buskers. University of Glasgow, East Quadrangle Fri 17 June; 22:00-00:00 PG rated. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £10. Portion of proceeds to the Beatson Pebble Appeal.
Confident individuals influence others, from deciding whether to cross the street to how animals forage. Are leaders exploited or is the group risking bad decisions? Dr Shaun Killen presents an interactive experience to discover who leads, who follows and why. University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Bld Fri 17 June; 18:00-19:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk IMPORTANT INFORMATION Adult events for 16+ unless otherwise stated. Times listed are event start times, see ticket for doors opening times. Prices are inclusive of all booking fees.
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Get hands on with some fantastic retro computer games and cutting edge tech like Virtual Reality that’s produced here in Glasgow. With added beer and pizza! Rookie Oven, Fairfield Shipyard Offices, Govan Fri 17 June; 18:30-21:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
33 Outdoor Cinema: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial A diminutive alien is stranded on Earth and finds a friend in 10 year old Elliott. The University of Glasgow, Grosvenor Cinema and Glasgow Science Festival present this Spielberg classic. BYOC (bring your own chair), wrap up warm and look out for our science buskers. University of Glasgow, East Quadrangle Sat 18 June; 22:00-00:00 U rated. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk £10. Portion of proceeds to the Beatson Pebble Appeal.
ALL AGES EXHIBITIONS 34 Beyond Epilepsy Do you know what causes a seizure? For two hundred years doctors have been trying to explain epilepsy. This art exhibition looks at the history of epilepsy from the Greeks to the present day, through the eyes of patients. Offshore Cafe, Gibson St Thurs 09-13 June; Weekdays 08:00-20:00; Weekends 09:00-20:00 Drop-in 35 Glasgow Innovates This Glasgow Science Festival exhibition celebrates the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design by showcasing some of the amazing stories of research and discovery happening here in Glasgow. From the ‘Empowerment Pants’ social enterprise which funds self-confidence training for disadvantaged women to music therapy for dementia, explore the innovations that are improving lives. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum Thurs 09, Sat 11 June 10:00-17:00; Fri 10, Sun 12 June 11:00-17:00 Drop-in
36 Climate, State of Emergency
38 Images of Research: Our Vision, Your Tomorrow
The Alliance française de Glasgow presents a photography exhibition by amateur photographers from all around the world who captured the questions posed by the way climate is changing (or is perceived to be changing) where they live. The Alliance française de Glasgow, 3 Park Circus Glasgow Everyday 09-19 June excl Sundays; Weekdays 10:00-20:00; Sat 10:00-13:00 Drop-in
Images are often a more effective method of conveying information than words. The University of Strathclyde have created this exhibition to represent their research and the contribution it makes to solving real-world challenges. Drygate Mon 13-17 June; 12:00-00:00 Drop-in. Book online for the reception event.
37 Space for Art Glasgow School of Art’s Digital Design Studio has reimagined space research to produce some entertaining, interactive and thought-provoking digital art. Come and see this innovative exhibition and hear from scientists behind the research. Glasgow Science Centre Sun to Sun 12-19 June; 10:00-17:00 Drop-in Cost of admission to Glasgow Science Centre, £11 / 9
39 Glasgow Science Centre on Show Discover three floors of interactive science exhibits, games, illusions and shows. Try on a space suit like the one worn by astronaut Tim Peake. Explore how seeds grow and survive and learn how we breathe with lungs by building a model. Glasgow Science Centre Thurs 09-19 June; 10:00-17:00 Drop-in £11/ £9
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ALL AGES 40 Glasgow Tower
42 Science on the Streets: Cathedral Tour
44 Street Maths
In the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design, make sure you visit Glasgow Tower, the only building where the entire structure is capable of turning 360 degrees. Enjoy awesome views of Glasgow from the top. The tower will close at wind speeds >25mph. Glasgow Science Centre, Tower Base Thurs 09-19 June; 11:00-17:00 CALL TO BOOK: 0141 420 5000 £6.50 or £3.50 if added to Glasgow Science Centre Mall admission
Dr Carol Trager-Cowan, University of Strathclyde, leads this walking tour through the Glasgow Cathedral graveyard and the Necropolis. Explore the revolutionary advancements in science and medicine pioneered right on our doorstep, from antiseptics to transatlantic communications. Glasgow Cathedral, Entrance Sat 11 June; 11:00-12:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
Get tied-up with topology, bamboozled with braids and mind-boggled with messy mathematics! Look out for Street Maths taking mathematical street-theatre to a new plane with fun experiments and interactive demonstrations. Part of Events 43 and 57. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum: Sat 11, 13:30-16:30 & Sun 12, 12:00-15:00; University of Glasgow, Hunter Halls: Sun 19, 10:00-16:00 Drop-in
41 Behind the Scenes at Glasgow Museums
43 Glasgow Science Festival Innovates at Kelvingrove
45 Glasgow Innovates: Heads Up
Glasgow Museums’ bird egg collection has recently been the focus of research. Find out why egg collecting transitioned from hobby to crime in this special tour for Glasgow Science Festival. Glasgow Museums Resource Centre, Woodhead Road Fri 10 June; 14:30-15:30 EMAIL TO BOOK: gmrcbookings@glasgowlife.org.uk
From the weans to your granny, there’s something for everyone at the ‘Glasgow Innovates’ family weekend. Be a scientist for the day and get hands-on with a rich array of activities to suit all ages, in subjects as diverse as quantum mechanics and marine biology. Part of the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design. Includes Events 9 and 44-46. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum: Sat 11, 13:30-16:30 & Sun 12, 12:00-15:00. Drop-in.
Raising smiles and awareness of Alopecia. Learn about Alopecia, who it affects and how it affects them. Try making your own wig or head scarf. Part of Event 43. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum Sat 11 June; 13:30-16:30 Drop-in
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46 The Mighty Women of Science: Big Science Draw Meet the author and illustrator Clare Forrest and take the opportunity to create your own artwork inspired by science in this free, drop-in activity for all ages. Part of Events 43 and 57. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum: Sat 11, 13:30-16:30; University of Glasgow, Hunter Halls: Sun 19, 10:00-16:00 Drop-in
47 Watt’s it All About? These fun, interactive workshops at Whitelee will explore electricity, renewable energy and wind turbine design. Featuring ‘Watts it All About?’ on Saturdays (suitable for 4-7 yrs) and ‘Battle of the Blades’ on Sundays (7-12 yrs). Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre Sat 11, 18 June (Watts ws), Sun 12, 19 June (Battle of Blades ws) 14:00-14:30 Drop-in
48 Science on the Streets: City Centre Tour Dr Carol Trager-Cowan, University of Strathclyde, leads a tour to uncover the strange history of science and engineering on the streets of Glasgow. Find the ‘tape measure’ in George Square and discover how scientists attempted to bring an executed murderer back to life using electricity. George Square, James Watt statue Sat 11 June; 15:00-16:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
49 State of Play: Science Board Games Explore science through board games! Save the world from pandemic flu, solve the global warming crisis, stop your lab from exploding or create the best dinosaur zoo. CCA, Terrace Bar, Sauchiehall Street Sun 12 June; 14:00-17:00 Drop-in £2 on door 50 The Story of Eye This eye-opening talk will use scientific demonstrations and audience participation to explain how we see the world. Learn how this amazing ability can sometimes be fooled and how vision changes throughout life. Glasgow Caledonian University, Govan Mbeki Bld, Deeprose Lecture Theatre (A005) Tues 14 June; 18:30-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
52 Future Fuels An immersive and entertaining family show led by Derek Shirlaw from Glasgow Science Centre for the Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow. From fossil fuels to renewable technologies, explore how we could power transport in the future. University of Glasgow, Boyd Orr Bld Thurs 16 June; 19:00-20:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 53 Think Science! At the Riverside Riverside are celebrating Glasgow Science Festival with a live science show from Think Science! Inspiration and experimentation for all science boffins out there. Riverside Museum Sat 18 June; 11:30-12:00; 13:30-14:00 Drop-in
51 The Mighty Women of Science: Book Launch
54 Strathclyde Science Special 2016
Discover the women who have and continue to change the world of science, from A for Astronaut (Valentina Tereshkova, the first woman in space) to Z for Zoologist (award winning Biruté Galdikas). Join the creators, Clare Forrest with Fiona Gordon, for this book launch at Glasgow Science Festival. Waterstones, 153-157 Sauchiehall St Tues 14 June; 18:30-20:30 Drop-in
Meet scientists at the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences for a weekend of hands-on activities, interactive displays and fun workshops. Explore the world of infection and discover antiobiotics of the future from bees, plants and the sea. University of Strathclyde, John Arbuthnott Bld, Cathedral St Sat, Sun 18, 19 June; 12:00-16:00 Drop-in www.glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk P15
ALL AGES 55 Air Time with VentureJam Venture ‘back to the future’ in an energetic workshop filled with exciting, hands-on activities that will get you thinking about how to make the places and spaces you live in better. Delivered by Young Scot, Glasgow City of Science and SEPA. For ages 14-20. Glasgow Science Centre, Tower Base Sat 18 June; 13:00-16:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 56 Nature’s Architects Explore ‘nature’s architects’ with the RSPB in the Botanic Gardens and Kelvingrove Park. Take part in a guided walk followed by a hands on opportunity to build your own animal home using locally sourced materials. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Coffee Cabin (in the car park) Sat 18 June; 13:30-15:30 Drop-in
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57 Science Sunday Big Birthday Bash Our flagship family day at the University of Glasgow is back with a birthday special! Celebrate 10 years of Science Sunday with a packed programme of familyfriendly activities on campus, all brought to you by real-life Glasgow scientists. From glowin-the-dark jellyfish cells to a sports roadshow and fun with art-science, a world of intrigue awaits you. Includes events 58-61 and 63. University of Glasgow, Hunter Halls Sun 19 June; 10:00-16:00 Drop-in 58 Birthday Balloon Science Kids and big kids alike will love this interactive, birthdaythemed show. How do different gases affect our party balloons? Join the fun and learn science along the way! Part of Event 57. University of Glasgow, Hunter Halls Sun 19 June; 11:00-11:30; 12:00-12:30; 14:00-14:30; 15:00-15:30 Drop-in
59 Seeing Speech What happens inside our mouths when we talk? Have a look with our ultrasound machine! A hands-on workshop about speech production where the phoneticians of “GULP” help you image your tongue. Part of Event 57. University of Glasgow, Hunter Halls Sun 19 June; 12:00-13:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 60 Big Birthday Science Bake Off Did we mention it’s our birthday? To celebrate 10 years of the science festival, the Big Science Bake Off is back! Bring your science-inspired cakes to the Science Sunday Big Birthday Bash (Event 57) by 1pm to be in with the chance of winning a special prize. The winner will be announced at 3pm. University of Glasgow, Hunter Halls Sun 19 June; 13:00-15:00 Drop-in
61 Hearing Voices How do we understand the tones, buzzes and chirps that make up speech? Why can speech perception go wrong? What makes your voice unique? Can it be changed into someone else’s? Come to our lab for demos and hands-on investigation. Part of Event 57. University of Glasgow, Hunter Halls Sun 19 June; 13:30-14:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
62 State of Play: City Builder Celebrate the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design with an afternoon of themed board games. Plan your own city and build skyscrapers. CCA, Terrace Bar, Sauchiehall Street Sun 19 June; 14:00-17:00 Drop-in £2 on door
63 Changing Accents Have you noticed that the Glaswegian accent is changing? Do you think that people of different ages speak differently? Come to the Phonetics Lab and become a ‘sound detective’, using our new Sounds of the City speech corpus. Part of Event 57. University of Glasgow, Hunter Halls Sun 19 June; 15:00-16:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
Y H A P PD AY BI R TH TO US! We are celebrating our 10th birthday this year (did we say that already?) with our Science Sunday Big Birthday Bash (Event 57). For party atmosphere, help us decorate the hall with science-themed bunting! To join in, visit our website, download the template and send us your science pennants. Every birthday needs cake, so if baking is your thing check out the Big Birthday Science Bake Off (Event 60) and get creative!
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SCHOOLS SECONDARY TEACHER CPD 64 Quantum Physics at the Speed of Light Join researchers from QuantIC at University of Glasgow who will guide teachers through some of the new Higher and Advanced Higher physics content and provide practical work to support the teaching of quantum physics in the classroom. University of Glasgow, Kelvin Bld Thurs 09 June; 9:30-15:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
PRIMARY SCHOOL EVENTS 65 The Human Body in Action Pull a body apart and put it together again; compare a human skeleton with the skeletons of bats, cats and reptiles; investigate how your own organs works. This workshop will take you on a journey through the living body. Glasgow Caledonian University, Oakley Bld Thurs 09, Mon 13, Thurs 16, Fri 17 June; 10:30-12:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
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66 GSF Creating Engineers: Future Innovators Challenge
67 Invisible Pollution by noPILLS
Glasgow Science Festival’s annual competition returns, engaging thousands of children across the West of Scotland in engineering challenges. This ‘Future Innovators’ final will see a team of two lucky winners crowned the West of Scotland Champions. Part of the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design. University of Glasgow Tue 14 June; 11:30-13:30 Invited audience only
Learn about the invisible pollutants in our water and meet scientists from Glasgow Caledonian University who have been working on a Europe-wide project to reduce water pollution. Get hands-on in the lab then use computer games to think of new ways to tackle pollution by designing your own character. Glasgow Caledonian University, John Smith Bookshop Tues 14 June; 09:30-11:30; 12:30-14:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
SECONDARY SCHOOL EVENTS 68 Seeing is Believing Join our Vision Scientists in an interactive workshop designed to test the way you see the world, both the one around you, and the world inside your head. Glasgow Caledonian University, Govan Mbeki Bld Thurs 09, Mon 13, Wed 15, June; 10:00-12:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 69 Renewable Energy Physics Explore the physics of renewable energy with this hands-on workshop. Test the power input from solar panels and mini wind turbines. Meet real scientists and discover the wide range of careers in physics. Glasgow Caledonian University, John Smith Bookshop Thurs 09 June; 10:00-11:30; 12:45-14:15 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
70 Microbiology Taster: Disease Detective Join University of Glasgow researchers for a hands-on diagnostics lab looking at infectious diseases caused by bacteria and parasites. 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 mock blood or stool samples taken from the patient. University of Glasgow, Wolfson Medical Bld Fri 10 June; 9:45-11:45; 12:45-14:45 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 71 Mission Impossible: Agent Photon and the Quest for Quantum Secondary Teachers
This theatrical, immersive experience will allow pupils to discover Quantum Physics by joining a Secret Mission! In teams of ‘Heroes’ and ‘Villains’, pupils will learn how to use physics to save (or destroy!) the world. How could this science shape the future? The session will finish with a discussion about Quantum Physics careers. University of Glasgow, Wolfson Medical Bld Fri 10 June; 10:00-12:00; 13:00-15:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
72 Be An Engineer: Engineering Taster at the University of Glasgow Discover how engineering has shaped the modern world and addresses the grand challenges of the future. Be inspired by a talk with reallife engineers then get handson. Choose two workshops covering an array of subjects, including: mechanical engineering with chocolate; electronically-engineered bagpipes; engineering flight; and tackling the problem of flooding. Lunch included. University of Glasgow, Wolfson Medical Bld Tues 14 June; 10:00-13:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk 73 Who Dunnit this time? Who dunnit this time? Test your powers of deduction in this forensics science lab. Investigate fingerprints under the microscope, test suspects’ blood samples at the crime scene and examine the banding patterns of DNA to find out the culprit. University of Glasgow, Wolfson Medical Bld Tues 14 June; 10:00-12:00; 13:00-15:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
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74 Yeah, But Is It Significant?
76 Food Science: Tasty Careers
Learn how statistics can be used to explore the world around you. Pupils will collect and analyse their own data and use it to understand interesting relationships in society, science and nature. The practical session will be followed with an engaging talk by statistician Dr. Liberty Vittert. University of Glasgow, Wolfson Medical Bld Wed 15 June; 10:00-12:30 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
Join us for an afternoon exploring the diverse roles of a Food Bioscientist. This hands-on informative session will bust the myths surrounding food science. Make your own ice cream, eat some bugs and talk to industry experts about careers in food. Glasgow Caledonian University, John Smith Bookshop Wed 15 June; 13:00-15:00 BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
75 The Colorful World of Cool (and Hot)! Think you know what stress looks like? Peek through our cameras for a world of colour in hot and cold to see what stress really looks like and learn about the science behind thermal imagery. Let’s see your colours! Outreach: Glasgow area only Wed 15 June; BOOK ONLINE: glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk
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