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Festival Guide Delegate Programme 2021
Welcome
Delegate Programme 2021
Are you looking for some events to pique your interest, spark ideas and provide some inspiration? For those of you who interested
in the Edinburgh Science Festival in a professional context, we have put together this guide as part of our Delegate Programme 2021
offering to highlight some events we thought might be of interest from either a format, context or development perspective.
Full details of each event can be found on the Edinburgh Science Festival’s website as well as any booking details that are required.
Edinburgh Science is an organisation that creates and delivers the very best in innovate events and experiences that bring science to
life, and is at the forefront of international excellence in science engagement.
We are on a mission to inspire, encourage and challenge people of all ages and backgrounds to explore, understand and engage
with the world around them.
Our work falls into three strands;
Edinburgh Science Festival: Edinburgh Science Learning: Edinburgh Science Worldwide:
Our annual celebration of science with Delivers projects to and for schools and Delivers our overseas work (programming
programming across Edinburgh for communities all year round as well as a partner, event creation, event delivery and
families, young people and adults. suite of training programmes for a wide training).
variety of audiences.
Exhibitions and Installations
In a year that has imposed tricky restrictions on both event In Memoriam
organisers and audiences, hands-on and/or indoor events have
proved difficult. Exhibitions and installations have emerged as
a fantastic format for engaging the public with science safely.
The added benefit is that they provide a great way to intertwine
science with other specialities such as art and to take science to
wider and more diverse audiences.
Every year we make sure that we include a number of free Art and Exhibition | All Ages | Sat 26 Jun–Fri 9 Jul | Daily
exhibitions for our audience but this year we have upped 10am–5pm, Booking Essential (to RBGE) | Climate Change
our quota and made a special effort to create places and House Lawn, Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh | Free
environments - both indoor and outdoor- in which people can
interact and engage with the topics in an environment they feel In Memoriam is a new touring artwork by Luke Jerram. The
comfortable with. installation is a temporary memorial for the public to visit and
remember all those we have lost from the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you are looking for some inspiration in terms of exhibition
themes, design and formats here are some of the highlights of https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/in-memoriam
this year’s Festival. Those lucky enough to be close to Edinburgh
can explore these in-person.
Pale Blue Dot
Human Nature
Exhibition | All Ages | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | Daily, 10am–
4.15pm, Drop-in (Booking Essential to NMS) | Grand Gallery,
Exhibition | All Ages | Sat 12 Jun–Wed 21 Jul | Daily, Drop-in National Museum of Scotland | Free
| Portobello Promenade | Free
Delve deep into our seas and oceans in this exploration of
Take a fascinating journey around the world through this large- everything marine. Taking you through every layer of the
scale outdoor photography exhibition and explore how we ocean, Pale Blue Dot explores the vastness, majesty and mystery
connect to nature as humans. of our seas.
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/human-nature https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/pale-blue-dot
This is Engineering…As You’ve Never Seen Oscillation in Light & Sound
It Before
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
Art and Exhibitions | All Ages | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | Mon–Thu,
10am–5pm, Fri–Sat, 10am–8pm, Drop-in | Garden, St Andrews
Exhibition | All Ages | Sat 26 Jun–Wed 21 Jul | Daily, Drop-in Square | Free
| The Mound Precinct and online | Free Explore light and sound with our interactive crystals! Oscillation,
An exhibition by the Museum of Engineering Innovation situated in St Andrews Square, consists of five giant crystal blocks
and photographer Ted Humble-Smith which takes you on that come alive through movement. Every experience is unique -
a fascinating journey through some of the UK›s greatest the result of your own interactions with the blocks.
engineering innovations.
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/oscillation-in-
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/this-is- light--sound
engineering-as-youve-never-seen-it-before
Collaborations & Partnerships
Not all of our events are either created entirely in-house or Two in a Barrel
provided by a 3rd party. We are also extremely keen on
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collaborations, especially exploring partnerships that bring
together science and the arts/digital and creative industries in an
environment in which we are able to learn from each other’s areas
of expertise and can co-create great new content. Here are some
of the highlights of this year’s collaborations and partnerships.
Elemental Show | Ages 5+ | Sun 11 Jul | 10.30am, 30mins, available to
access on-demand for 48hours | Edinburgh Science’s YouTube
channel | Free
Two in a Barrel is a clown-inspired, physical theatre performance
for young audiences about co-existing in an environment with
limited resources.
Edinburgh Science Festival proudly presents the world premiere
Art and Exhibitions | Ages 5+ | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | Daily, of Two in a Barrel, performed by Ruxandra Cantir and Sarah
10.30am–6pm every half hour, 20mins, last entry 5.30pm, Rose Graber.
Booking is Essential | Old Lab, Summerhall | Free
Initially part of Edinburgh Science’s long-standing ‘Science in the
Discover and interact with the elements on this magical, multi- Spotlight’ programme, which merges the worlds of theatre and
sensory journey. Join fellow explorers as you play, discover, create science communication.
and experience for yourself how a limited number of elements
come together to create the almost infinite variety of our Universe. https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/two-in-a-barrel
Presented by Bright Side Studios in association with Edinburgh Science.
Commissioned through an open call for ideas and bringing Women in STEM Street Art Trail
together artists, musicians chemists and science communicators.
Bright Side Studios connect the space between art and
technology to create powerful human experiences. They
specialise in designing immersive environments and installations
that bring stories of all sorts to vibrant life. They have a passion for
playing with illusion and visual wonderment to create emotional
connections with their audience. Walks, Tours and Trails | All Ages | Sat 26 Jul–Sun 11 Jul | Daily,
Drop-in | Various, Around Edinburgh | Free
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/elemental
Our Women in STEM Street Art Trail celebrates nine remarkable
women and their achievements by showcasing them in a series
AWEN: A Walk Encountering Nature of street art pieces. Follow the trail, experience the art and learn
more about these inspiring women as part of the Edinburgh
[Accessible on-line/remotely] Science Festival.
We are delighted to have worked in partnership with local artists
Shona Hardie and Kerry Wilson to deliver this project.
This trail has been co-created in partnership with Edinburgh
Science’s Community Engagement and major Programming
Partners, including: Citadel Youth Centre, WHALE Arts, North
Walks, Tours and Trails | Ages 12+ | Thu 3 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | On- Edinburgh Arts, The Space/Broomhouse Hub, The Royal Botanical
demand | Around Edinburgh and anywhere in the world with Gardens, Edinburgh Zoo, Dynamic Earth and Summerhall.
access to mobile data | Free
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/women-in-
AWEN is a self-guided walk developing a deeply personal stem-street-art-trail
encounter with the environment beyond human scale. Interactive
art, sound, movement and play are prompted by global climate
data and science.
Led by the University of Edinburgh’s Future’s Institute, AWEN has
been developed as a research collaboration with the Edinburgh
Science Festival by a team of artists, scientists, designers, and AI
specialists.
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/awen-a-walk-
encountering-nature
Walks, Tours and Trails
What a better year than this one to embrace the outdoors. Our Deep Time Walk
programme often includes events which encourage exploration
outside, either on your own or as a group, but this year there
has been a real emphasis on events of this sort, which allow our
audience to safely explore and engage with STEM locally to
them. Here is a selection of highlights to look out for.
Sensory Seashore Scrapbook Walks, Tours and Trails | Ages 5+ | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul
| Self-led, approx. 90mins | Holyrood Park, Dynamic Earth | Free
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
Experience a history of the Earth like never before with the Deep
Time Walk, an interactive audio app that helps you learn about
deep time. Using the app and a specially designed local route,
you start at Dynamic Earth and journey across 4.6 billion years.
Presented by Dynamic Earth
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/deep-time-
Walks, Tours and Trails | All Ages | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | Self- walk
led | A coast of your choice! | Free
The Sensory Seashore Scrapbook is a self-led trail exploring life
on our coasts and how to experience it using all of our senses. Walking Through the COVID-19 Vaccine
Through a series of activities for the whole family, you will
experience the sea in a more sensational way, using our guide to
note down what you find.
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/sensory-
seashore-scrapbook
Walks, Tours and Trails | Ages 8+ | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul
Our Colourful Parks | On-demand, approx. 90mins | Old College Quad, Nicholson
[Accessible on-line/remotely] Street | Free
Watch the story of the COVID-19 vaccine development unfold
by following our treasure trail through the city, pausing to watch
animations that reveal the science behind the vaccine.
Presented by The University of Edinburgh
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/walking-
Walks, Tours and Trails | All Ages | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | Self- through-the-covid-19-vaccine
led | A park of your choice! | Free
Our Colourful Parks is a self-led tour around our urban green
spaces for all the family. While a bigger park might give you a
The Dead Interesting Tour
chance to see more wildlife, you can try out our challenges in
any green space around the city or further afield!
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/our-colourful-
parks
Walks, Tours and Trails | Ages 12+ | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | 11am
and 2pm, 50mins, booking essential | Main Gate, Warriston
Cemetery, Warriston Gardens | £11 adult/ £8 concession
Take a journey back in time along the pathways of Warriston
Cemetery to hear tales of its fascinating tenants and the trails they
blazed during their time on earth.
Presented by Hexagon Productions
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/the-dead-
interesting-tourEdinburgh Zoo Virtual Tours [Accessible on-line/remotely] Activities | All Ages | 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul | 11am, 50mins, booking essential | Zoom, On-line | £5 per login to tour Fancy seeing some of its best bits from the comfort of your own home? Join one of our friendly zoo Discovery Rangers as they take you on a customised tour of Edinburgh Zoo via Zoom, learn some new animal facts and explore behind the scenes. Presented by Edinburgh Zoo https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/edinburgh- zoo-virtual-tours Marking Time: #Tidesong Launch [Accessible on-line/remotely] Walks, Tours and Trails | Ages 14+ | Sat 3 Jul | 3pm, 60mins, also available to access on-demand throughout the Festival | Booking essential to take part in shared experience | On-line, a beach or river of your choice Tidesong is a new interactive app designed to be accessed at the coast. This collective outdoor experience can be accessed via the Tidesong app on Saturday 3 July at 3pm. Taking part will automatically generate your own unique tidesong and place it on an audio-map of the UK coastline. Presented by Summerhall and ASCUS Art and Science https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/marking-time- tidesong-launch
Workshops
We are well known for our large selection of hands-on Creative Cartons
workshops, usually filling 5 floors of Edinburgh’s City Art Centre
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with those we have produced in house, as well as those we and
our partners ordinarily present in other Festival venues.
This year, however, none of this was possible and we have
needed to get creative about how we can deliver hands-on
activities in a way that is both safe and convenient. Here are a
selection of just a few of the solutions that we and our inventive
partners have come up with.
Workshop | Ages 10+ | Mon 28 Jun | 4pm, 90mins, booking
essential | On-line, Zoom | Free
Wild Vets
[Accessible on-line/remotely] In this hands-on recycle and reuse workshop, jewellery
designer Carla Edwards shows us how to turn waste plastic
into precious plastic. You›ll learn how to make a useful item by
transforming single-use milk cartons and tops into decorative
soap dishes.
Presented by The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/creative-
Workshop | Ages 5+ | Mon 28 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | 10.30am, 30mins
cartons
| Pre-recorded, available on-demand from point of premiere
| On-line, Edinburgh Science’s YouTube channel | Free
The Big Ecology Draw-along
Take on the role of an animal conservationist in our totally wild [Accessible on-line/remotely]
workshop. Discover more about Scottish wildlife heritage by
learning about the animals that used to live here and the work
being carried out to reintroduce creatures - such as the beaver -
to Scotland.
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/wild-vets
Workshop | Ages 10+ | Sun 4 Jul | 11am, 60mins, booking
Little Giants essential | On-line, Zoom | Free
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
Join our presenter, Zoologist and science communicator Sophie
Pavelle, and nature-artists Hana Ayoob and Lauren Cook to learn
how to draw incredible plants, fungi and animals, following their
simple step-by-step tutorials. In this fun and informative art-nature
mash-up you’ll hear all about the science behind the drawings as
you get creative, and find out how ecologists help understand
Workshop | Ages 5+ | Fri 9 Jul–Sun 11 Jul | 10.30am, 30mins and protect the environment as a job! You will also be able to put
| Pre-recorded, available on-demand from point of premiere your own questions to the ecologists as you draw along.
| On-line, Edinburgh Science’s YouTube channel | Free
Presented by the British Ecological Society
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/the-big-
Buzzy the giant honeybee leads you into the wonderful world of
ecology-draw-along
bees in this delightful, interactive show. Learn how a bee’s body
is different from ours and find out how bees and flowers work in
harmony together.
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/little-giantsDefend the Rhino LIVE The Evidence Chamber
[Accessible on-line/remotely] [Accessible on-line/remotely]
Workshop | Ages 10+ | Wed 30 June | 2pm, 60mins, booking Workshop | Ages 18+ | Fri 9 Jul | 2pm and 7pm, 2 hours,
essential | On-line | Free booking essential | On-line, bespoke platform | £10 per ticket
Join our data science team and help us stop a gang of rhino There’s been a murder. The police have a suspect but the
poachers. In this live and interactive event you’ll use data science evidence doesn’t paint a clear picture. In an online jury
skills to analyse security camera data from an African national deliberation room, you watch the testimonies, scrutinise the
park. evidence, discuss with your fellow jurors – and reach your
verdict. The decision you make will change someone’s life: what
Presented by Digital Skills Education verdict will you choose?
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/defend-the- Presented by the Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic
rhino-live Science and digital story studio Fast Familiar
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/the-evidence-
Cheeseology at Home chamber
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
Workshop | Ages 18+ | Tue 6 Jul | 7pm, 90mins, booking
essential | On-line, Zoom | Free, cheese must be purchased
separately
Join Paul Thomas and Patrick McGuigan, our regular cheese
experts, for an evening of the science that underpins the flavour
and texture of everyone’s favourite dairy product, followed by a
tasting of some of the finest cheeses known to humanity!
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/cheeseology-
at-homeShows
There is a certain something a show brings that you can’t achieve The Flea Circus – The Smallest Show on
in any other format – those moments of real wow as well as Earth
that feeling of communal experience that only a theatre creates.
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
This year has really seen the breaks put on experiencing this live
but that hasn’t stopped many experienced show and science
communication professionals from trying to create an at-home
experience albeit not exactly the same. Here are some of the
highlight examples to look out for in this year’s festival who are
really trying new ways to create that show experience at home.
Show | Ages 12+ | Tue 29 June | 7.30pm, 45mins, booking
StrongWomen Science Shows essential | On-line, Zoom | Free
[Accessible on-line/remotely] Roll up, roll up! Come and see the world-famous performing
fleas! For over 150 years, audiences paid their sixpences to be
amazed by whole troupes of real, live, performing fleas.
After several years researching the history and techniques of the
flea circus, Tim has uncovered previously unseen footage and
photos of the fleas in action. Tim has also tracked down the last
remaining Flea Circus Professors, who have taught him the secret
Show | Ages 5+ | Sat 26 Jun—Sun 28 Jun | 10.30am, 30mins, techniques of flea training. This is a show you can’t afford to miss!
available for 48hours from point of premiere | On-line,
Edinburgh Science’s YouTube channel | Free Presented by the British Ecological Society
Ever wanted to know how you balance a chair on your chin, https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/the-flea-circus-
whether or not you can juggle liquid, or how circus performers --the-smallest-show-on-earth
eat fire? StrongWomen Aoife and Maria reveal the scientific
secrets behind their astounding tricks. In a fun, lively and fast-
paced family circus performance, learn how jugglers, acrobats That’s Non-Sense Science Show
and hula hoop artists use science to create their amazing acts.
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
Why not try out Aoife and Maria’s spectacular workshop
activities as well! You›ll be able to download and access three
different workshops across the first two days of the Edinburgh
Science Festival through the videos and downloadable materials.
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/strongwomen-
science-show
Show | Ages 6+ | Thu 1 Jul | 10.30am, 30mins, available for
24hours from point of premiere | On-line, Edinburgh Science’s
Stranger Than Fiction – The Panel Game YouTube channel | Free
[Accessible on-line/remotely] Ever wondered why food tastes funny when you have a cold?
Or what happens when you get dizzy? Buckle up for a whirlwind
tour through the senses you’re familiar with – and some you
might have never heard of – but which use every day without
knowing it with Science Communicator Ginny Smith.
Presented by Braintastic Science
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/thats-non-
Show | Ages 12+ | Sat 26 Jun | 7.30pm, 60mins, booking
sense-science-show
essential | On-line | £7.50 adult/ £5.50 concession
Prepare for a panel game with a difference: it’s the panel vs the
audience! The Science Festival’s most popular lie-busting show is
back with a brand new show for 2021!
Presented by Stranger Than Fiction
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/stranger-than-
fiction---the-panel-gameDeep Ocean Lab Science Show The Big Data Show Online
[Accessible on-line/remotely] [Accessible on-line/remotely]
Show | Ages 5+ | Sat 3 Jul | 10.30am, 30mins, available for Show | Ages 11+ | Wed 7 Jul | 2pm, 65mins, booking essential
12hours from point of premiere | On-line, Edinburgh Science’s | On-line | Free
YouTube channel | Free
Welcome to The Big Data Show – a technically ground-breaking
Join YouTuber and BBC TV & Radio presenter Greg Foot for the experience using performance, gaming and digital magic.
story of his scientific adventure into the deep. With experiments
and stunning videos, Greg will show you the high-tech They tell the story of teenage hacker Rupert Goodwins, who
submersibles that took him down a crazy 1000ft into the Twilight demonstrated to BBC news in 1984 how he and his friends could
Zone. access Prince Philip’s email account, sending emails as Prince
Philip. His friends were arrested and the case instigated new
Presented by Greg Foot cybercrime legislation, leaving Rupert with lifelong anxiety about
online security.
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/deep-ocean-
lab-science-show Presented by Civic Digits Theatre Company
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/the-big-data-
show-online
Incredible Insects Science Show
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
Show | Ages 6+ | Mon 5 Jul | 10.30am, 40mins, available for
24hours from point of premiere | On-line, Edinburgh Science’s
YouTube channel | Free
There are loads of live insects to play with in this entomophagy
(insect-eating) show hosted by BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates and
his long-suffering daughter Poppy. You’ll discover what makes
bugs so amazing, why they can jump so high, why you’ve been
eating them all your life, and why eating more of them could
save the planet.
Presented by Gastronaut
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/incredible-
insects-science-showDiscussions and activities
This year we and our partners have had to take a real look at Seeing Music Live
the formats that we could deliver this programme for adults
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
and young people. Although some form of events, either
socially distant or outdoor might have been possible, a lot of
our audience are not at a stage where they feel comfortable to
attend these types of events. Going digital was the answer and
we have a real range of digital formats for you to explore. Here
are just a few of the highlights.
Activities | Ages 18+ | Mon 28 June | 7pm | Fri 9 Jul | 1pm
Mammals, Our Big Stories: Bears | 90mins, booking essential | On-line, Gather.town | Free
[Accessible on-line/remotely] In Seeing Music, linguist Dr Christine Cuskley,
psychoacoustician Dr Charalampos Saitis and sound artist-
researcher Sebastian Löbbers will explain how associations
between the senses support these methods of communicating.
In addition, students of the Centre for Digital Music at QMUL will
improvise live music in response to visualisations generated on-
the-spot, by you!
Discussion | Ages 14+ | Sat 27 Jun | 5.30pm, 45mins, available Presented by Queen Mary University of London and Newcastle
on-demand from premiere | On-line, Edinburgh Science’s University
YouTube channel | Free
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/seeing-music-
Bears were once one of the biggest carnivores to roam live
Scotland’s wilderness. Join author Mandy Haggith and
Palaeontologist Dr Ross Barnett on an epic venture back in time
to discover the stories and skeletons to piece together the puzzle The Wildest Quiz in Town
of the bear’s legacy in Scotland, the loss of large mammals, and
what the future might behold for these magnificent creatures. [Accessible on-line/remotely]
Presented in partnership with the Scottish International
Storytelling Festival
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/mammals-our-
big-stories-bears
Activities | Ages 12+ | Fri 2 Jul, Fri 9 Jul | 7.30pm, 90mins,
Catalysing Creativity Discussion Event booking essential | Online | £3 per team
[Accessible on-line/remotely] Do you know your armadillos from your zebras and everything in
between? Join us for a quiz night like no other!
Presented by Edinburgh Zoo
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/the-wildest-
quiz-in-town
Discussion | 14+ | Mon 28 Jun | 1pm, 60mins, booking essential
| On-line, Zoom | Free
Created in a time before our lives were thrust into a global
pandemic, Catalysing Creativity explores the conversations that
underpin cross disciplinary collaboration and the insight this work
brings to our understanding of the complex world we live in.
During the collaborative process of the making of these
works, artists and scientists embarked on a journey into each
other’s work and practices.
Presented by ASCUS Art & Science
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/catalysing-
creativity-discussion-eventReconnecting to Nature “Our Biggest Experiment” - How We Made
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
and Discovered the Climate Crisis with Dr
Alice Bell
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
Discussion | Ages 12+ | Sat 3 Jul | 5.30pm, 60mins, available on-
demand from point of premiere | Online, Edinburgh Science’s
YouTube channel | Free Discussion | Ages 12+ | Sat 10 Jul | 5.30pm, 30mins, available on-
demand from point of premiere | On-line, Edinburgh Science’s
Over the past year, lockdowns have inspired a renewed curiosity
YouTube channel | Free
about the natural world and our appreciation for it has never
been greater. Join broadcaster and wildlife cameraman Hamza It was Eunice Newton Foote, a scientist, inventor and women’s
Yassin as he speaks to nature communicators and conservation rights campaigner living in Seneca Falls, New York, who in 1856
champions Mya-Rose Craig and Lucy Lapwing for this first warned the world that an atmosphere heavy with carbon
celebration of a new generation of exploration of our natural dioxide could send temperatures soaring. Join Dr Alice Bell to
capital. follow Foote’s story, along with many other tales of scientists
who – over decades of painstaking work – have built our
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/reconnecting- modern understanding of climate change.
to-nature
Presented by Bloomsbury Publishing
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/our-biggest-
Spacewomen experiment---how-we-made-and-discovered-the-climate-crisis-
[Accessible on-line/remotely] with-dr-alice-bell
Glitter Bar: A Makeover Takeover!
[Accessible on-line/remotely]
Discussion | Ages 12+ | Tue 6 Jul | 5.30pm, 60mins, available
on demand from point of premiere | On-demand, Edinburgh
Science’s YouTube channel | Free
Nearly 60 years after the first woman was launched into orbit,
we’re on the cusp of an exciting new space age. To mark this Activities | Ages 18+ | Sat 26 Jun | 7.30pm, 60mins, booking
new dawn for women and the galaxy, Space Shetland’s Yvette essential | Zoom, On-line | Free
Hopkins chairs a special discussion that brings together women
working in the space industry from across the world to share their Glitter needn’t be the environmental hazard its reputation
career experiences and hopes for the future. suggests. Learn how to sparkle without shame!
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/spacewomen Join queer ecology scholar Dr Nicole Seymour and the high
priestess of Edinburgh drag Mystika Glamoor at our amazing
online Glitter Bar, showcasing biodegradable alternatives to what
is typically microplastic cosmetic glitter.
Presented by The University of Edinburgh
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/glitter-bar-a-
makeover-takeover-On-line activities and resources Cyber Zone: App Factory
The advantage of events moving on-line is that our audiences [Accessible on-line/remotely]
have become far more used to looking for and taking advantage
of digital content. Here are some highlights of some of the
activities in our festival which are taking advantage of the digital
focus.
Game on! Activities | Ages 12+ | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | On-demand | On-
[Accessible on-line/remotely] line via link on website | Free
Do you want to learn how to build your own Android app and
install it on your own smartphone? Well, we partnered with
Google to open an Innovation Hub in a university in UAE and
created a course to teach students exactly how to do this. Why
not download the easy-to-follow instructions and give it a go?
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/cyber-zone-
Activities | Ages 8+ | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | On-demand | On- app-factory
line | Free
Do you like computer games? Wouldn’t it be fun to build your
very own games at home? Follow these activities to explore the Our Radioactive Universe - From Deep Sea
exciting world of video games, learn the basics of coding in a to Space
visual programming language called Scratch and build your very [Accessible on-line/remotely]
own computer game!
Content provided by The University of Edinburgh
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/game-on
Smartphone Science
Activities | Ages 10+ | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | On-demand
[Accessible on-line/remotely] | Online | Free
Ever wondered what’s like to be both a detective and an
astronaut? With the Society for Radiological Protection’s Our
Radioactive Universe – a fun, interactive and engaging online
activity event for children and families – you can find out!
Presented by The Society for Radiological Protection
Activities | Ages 9+ | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | On-demand | On- https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/our-
line | Free radioactive-universe---from-deep-sea-to-space
Science activities to do at home, using your smartphone!
Optopus is a group established by PhD students at the Climate Quiz 2021
University of Glasgow and University of Edinburgh, dedicated
to providing science education activities for students. They have [Accessible on-line/remotely]
teamed up with CISMA to create a series of free, fun, smartphone
science experiments that you can do in your kitchen with just a
few household objects.
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/smartphone-
science
Activities | Ages 7+ | Sat 26 Jun–Sun 11 Jul | On-demand | On-
line | Free
Are you a walking encyclopaedia bursting at the brim with facts
and figures about climate change? Why not show off your skills
and challenge your family and friends in this super-fun Climate
Change Quiz of the Year.
Test your knowledge of all things climate change and learn some
interesting new facts about current problems and solutions.
Presented by Heriot-Watt University
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/event-details/climate-quiz-2021You can also read
