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Summer Science Exhibition 2018

Summer Science Exhibition Extra

Meet the scientists and stories behind some of the leading science research happening right now in the UK.

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“I come here every year, and every year, my jaw drops”

“A brilliant afternoon!"

“Fantastic - made complicated concepts really accessible”

“Loved everything! Great fun for all ages”

Explore the science shaping our future, with the people making it happen.

Join us for our free, week long festival celebrating the cutting edge of UK science. With a packed programme of events alongside exhibits of hands-on science and technology, there’s something for everyone. If you can't make it to London, you can discover some of the exciting science on show in Summer Science Exhibition Extra - our interactive online exhibition.

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Exhibits

Ghosts in the universe

Neutrinos - the ghostly particles all around us - could hold the key to one of physics’ great unsolved mysteries.

Nurturing nature’s innovations

Cutting-edge innovation inspired by one of nature’s slimiest solutions.

Mind the (nano) gap

Tiny detectives down the loo. Could nanoscale biosensors be used to monitor health or detect illegal activity before we flush?

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Visitor information

Accessibility

Information on accessible facilities and functionality at the Summer Science Exhibition.

Food and drink

Find out more about the refreshments available at the Exhibition.

Opening hours

Check our opening times and find out how to get here.

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