Science in a changing world: A conversation for the next 200 years
Join us at the Bloomsbury Theatre for a special UCL200 collaboration with the Royal Society, marking UCL’s Bicentenary.
To mark UCL’s Bicentenary, UCL200 and the Royal Society present Science in a changing world, a flagship public event exploring how scientific discovery, innovation and leadership will shape the next 200 years. Bringing together a panel of visionary UCL science communicators, the event will address some of the era defining challenges facing society both now and coming on the horizon.
With expertise spanning advanced medicine, emerging technologies, sustainability, food systems, global health and high‑speed communications, the speakers will examine the forces transforming daily life. The discussion will move from the cosmic to the material, tackling issues such as climate resilience, health inequalities, artificial intelligence, and the ethics and responsibilities of scientific progress. Together, the panel will consider how science can support societal wellbeing, contribute to public trust, and foster global collaboration in an era of rapid change.
Meet the panel
- Professor Mark Miodownik MBE (Chair) – materials scientist, broadcaster and Royal Society Professor for Public Engagement in Science
- Dame Polina Bayvel DBE – optical communications pioneer and Royal Society Research Professor
- Professor Kevin Fong OBE – medical doctor, science communicator and astrophysics expert
- Professor Chris van Tulleken – infectious diseases doctor, public health broadcaster and bestselling author
Tickets are £5, including a complimentary drink, and all proceeds will support UCL200 scholarships. If the ticket cost is a barrier, please contact the UCL Events Team at events@ucl.ac.uk to request a complimentary ticket.