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Summer Science Exhibits on Tour at Jodrell Bank

10 - 11 August 2024 10:00 - 17:00 Jodrell Bank £14; concessions available
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The different components in a computer simulation of the universe

Exciting exhibits from the Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition will be showcasing their ground-breaking research at the renowned observatory and centre for astrophysics, Jodrell Bank in Cheshire.

In the first two weekends of August, come and see cutting-edge research from the Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition at Jodrell Bank.

The entire family can get hands-on with lab-grown muscles that can revolutionize rehabilitation and navigate the new technologies mapping the complex landscape of tumours. Be amazed by transformative discoveries found through sampling the DNA of every species in Britain — from slugs to strawberries to seaweed. Witness how bacteriophages (some of the tiniest yet most abundant organisms on the planet) control their hosts like puppets. Discover how supercomputers are solving the mysteries of galaxies, and investigate the essential elements of life as we celebrate the periodic table.

Find out more about the Summer Science on Tour at Jodrell Bank.

Summer Science Exhibits on 10 - 11 August

The Cancer Code (University of Manchester)

Participants will be able to unlock the ‘The Cancer Code’ at our interactive stall hosted by early career researchers from the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute! Participants will get to the heart of cutting-edge cancer research with hands-on games: racing to decode DNA sequences, piecing together mutation puzzles, and constructing a 3D tumour. They will discover the science behind personalised ‘cancer codes’ which are revolutionising treatment, ensuring every patient receives the best care. Along the way our passionate researchers will share their career journeys and discuss their ground-breaking work.

Galaxy Makers (Durham University)

Virtual reality fly through the EAGLE cosmological simulation which models the formation of galaxies in a dark matter universe; a demonstration of gravitational lensing to illustrate why we think the universe contains dark matter.

Attending this event 

  • This event will be held between 3 — 4 August and 10 — 11 August 2024 at Jodrell Bank, Bomish Lane, Lower Withington, Cheshire, SK11 9DW
  • Entry to this event is included with admission to Jodrell Bank. Tickets purchased through the Jodrell Bank website also give the holder free access to the entire site for 12 months
  • In addition to the purchase of a ticket, you must book an admission timeslot to confirm the date and time of your arrival
  • Last entry to Jodrell Bank is 3.30pm

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