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This year the Dundee Science Festival has hosted over 135 different events, both online and in-person over the years. Browse our previous events on this page.
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A Changing Ocean in a Changing Climate
Did you know, the ocean absorbs about 30% of the carbon dioxide that is released in the atmosphere? Find out how climate change is impacting the marine environment.
Sponsor: The Scottish Seabird Centre.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
A Game of Stones
Talks about space and geology delivered remotely via Zoom.
Sponsor: Birkbeck College.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Online
video
Video
Amazing Anatomy, Fascinating Facts and Mind-Boggling Bodies (2020)
Study human anatomy and forensic science with active practitioners working and researching at the very top of their field.
Sponsor: Centre for Anatomy and Human Identification, School of Science and Engineering, University of Dundee.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
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Video
Animation for Science Communication
Discover how animation can be used as a form of science communication!
Sponsor: Dundee and Angus College.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Ask An Expert - Climate Scientist James Rae
A back-to-basics sort of answer session - What is climate change? What is COP? What is the Paris agreement? What is the 1.5 degrees?
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2021
2021
Climate
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Video
Ask Me Anything: Climate and Space
Staff and students at the University of St Andrews answers your questions about climate and space.
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Ask Me Anything: Engineering and Technology
Staff and students at the University of St Andrews answers your questions about engineering and technology.
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Ask Me Anything: Life Sciences and Human Biology
Staff and students at the University of St Andrews answers your questions about life sciences and human biology.
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Astronomy Scavenger Hunt
What’s out there in space? Set off this evening on a scavenger hunt to collect stars, galaxies, quasars and maybe even some asteroids!
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2021
2021
Being Human Festival: Destination Moon!
Join us online at the Dundee Science Centre for some exclusive space-themed recordings, such as how to make your own astro-crafts, pop-up performances and stories, and more.
Sponsor: Being Human Festival.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Biodiversity in Action
Join students and staff from Dundee and Angus College Science Department as they showcase Biodiversity in action.
Sponsor: Dundee and Angus College.
2023
2023
In Centre
Interactive
Learning
Bird Box Making for Love Birds
To celebrate this Valentine’s Day, why not pull up a perch with your Valentine and make a bird box for your garden!
Sponsor: St Andrews Botanic Gardens.
2023
2023
Community
indoors
Indoors
Circular Economies
What we do with all of our ‘stuff’ makes a big difference to the environment! We’re going to have a closer look at what happens to all the things we recycle, and how a circular economy is great for the planet.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2021
2021
Learning
Online
Climate Change
The science is simple, the impacts are serious, the problem is solvable. Find out more with Dr James Rae.
Sponsor: GeoBus, University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Climate Change Around the Earth
What’s the difference between weather and climate? What’s happening to the weather in Dundee and around the world? Find out in this first lesson of the Dundee Science Festival 2021.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2021
2021
Climate
Learning
Online
Climate Change: Lessons from Earth's Past For Our Future
If climate has changed before, why are we worried about what's happening now? In this session We'll take you on Earth's climate time machine
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2021
2021
Learning
Online
Code Art - My World of Work
Learn to create shapes and program your own artwork while learning basic programming skills. For this activity you will need access to a laptop or desktop.
Sponsor: Skills Development Scotland.
2021
2021
Coding
Interactive
Online
Competition: Build Your Own Rube Goldberg Machine
Build Your Own Rube Goldberg Machine, enter our competition and you could win free tickets to visit the Dundee Science Centre.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2020
2020
competitions
Competitions
Online
Conservation Stories - Dundee Botanics Gardens
Join us for a tour of the University of Dundee Botanic Gardens in this exciting video series where their team highlight the work they are doing and its importance for conservation and biodiversity.
Sponsor: University of Dundee.
2023
2023
Community
Digital
Conservation Stories with Bonnie Dundee
Bonnie Dundee are a Beautiful Scotland group who help to brighten and clean up Dundee's environment.
Sponsor: Bonnie Dundee.
2023
2023
Community
In Centre
video
Video
Conservation Stories with Camperdown Wildlife Centre
Join the students and staff at Camperdown Wildlife Centre in this exciting video series highlighting their work and its importance for conservation and biodiversity.
Sponsor: Camperdown Wildlife Centre.
2023
2023
Community
Digital
Learning
Conservation Stories with Scottish Seabird Centre
Come visit us our stand at Dundee Science Centre and keep an eye out for an exciting video series highlighting our work and the importance of the conservation work we do.
Sponsor: The Scottish Seabird Centre.
2023
2023
In Centre
Interactive
Conservation Stories with St Andrews Aquarium
Join staff from St Andrews Aquarium in this exciting video series highlighting their work and its importance for conservation
Sponsor: St Andrews Aquarium.
2023
2023
Conservation Stories with the Scottish Deer Centre
Keep an eye out for an exciting video series highlighting our work and the importance of what we do in Dundee.
Sponsor: Scottish Deer Centre.
2023
2023
Community
Digital
Cool Chemistry
Try your hand at some cool chemistry experiments you can do at home!
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Corals and Ocean Acidification
This is a video demonstration of how corals build the skeletons that make up reefs and how this process is affected by climate change.
Sponsor: GeoBus, University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Cracking Cryptography
Young people will learn about cryptography and will use programs to encrypt and decrypt messages whilst exploring careers in cyber security.
Sponsor: Skills Development Scotland.
2021
2021
Coding
Interactive
Online
Creating Captivating Cornflour
Simply mixing water with cornflour will mesmerise you and your family!
Sponsor: Royal Academy of Engineering.
2020
2020
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Download
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Cryptography - Learn How To Write and Solve Secret Messages
Pig Pens, mysterious meetings and Caesar's Secrets - in this activity pack you will learn how to use cyphers to uncover and send secret messages.
Sponsor: Technocamps.
2020
2020
2020anytime
Anytime
download
Download
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Online
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Video
Cycling & Active Travel for Everyone
Online discussion and engagement highlighting cycling and active travel opportunities for everyone.
Sponsor: Cycling Scotland.
2021
2021
Community
Online
outdoors
Outdoors
Destination Space
Find out about the UK's very own space industry, upcoming missions and the useful information we get from robots in space.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Online
Diagnosis: Kidnapped Escape Game
It’s a terrifying situation. Scientists kidnapped! Our crack team of malaria experts has been taken from a conference. They’re on the eve of announcing a major breakthrough. Has someone kidnapped them to take their research?
Sponsor: University of Dundee.
2023
2023
Community
In-Person
Interactive
Diagnosis: Kidnapped!
Can you solve the puzzles and save our scientists? Our researchers have been kidnapped by diabolical forces who want to steal their work.
Sponsor: Wellcome Centre for Anti-Infectives Research, University of Dundee.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Online
Diagnosis: Kidnapped! Online Escape Game
Can you solve the puzzles and save our scientists? Our researchers have been kidnapped by diabolical forces who want to steal their work.
Sponsor: Wellcome Centre for Anti-Infectives Research, University of Dundee.
2021
2021
Interactive
Online
Digital Storytelling
Inspired by the Scottish Book Trusts' own Digital Stories project, we knew our scientists had their own unique stories to tell. We have a whole variety of videos online for you to watch. Find out all about interesting discoveries, to career pathways, and even the world first great toilet paper shortage.
Sponsor: Wellcome Centre for Anti-Infectives Research, University of Dundee.
2021
2021
Online
video
Video
Dive Into The Deep Experience
The Deep Sea remains the least explored environment left on planet earth, in this workshop we will explore this amazing ecosystem and learn about its unsolved mysteries.
Sponsor: Cerebral Ape Limited.
2021
2021
Interactive
Online
Dive into the Deep Virtual Experience
The Dive Into The Deep experience presented by Cerebral Ape LTD is an online interactive experience that allows participants to control a robotic rover over our custom-built Deep Sea landsca
Sponsor: Cerebral Ape Limited.
2023
2023
Digital
Interactive
Dr Data - Have You Got What It Takes To Run a Big Data Project?
You are the researcher in charge of a Big Data project. You need to keep knowledge, ethics, money, and people in balance.
Sponsor: CoMorMent.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Online
Drake Equation - Life on Other Planets in the Milky Way
Find out about the Drake Equation with Dundee & Angus College.
Sponsor: Dundee and Angus College.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Dundee Discoveries - Past and Present
Go on this self-guided walking tour through pioneering scientific research in medicine, biology, forensics, nursing and dentistry from the past to the present.
2020
2020
2020anytime
Anytime
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Dundee Science Centre Sensory Project
Dundee Science Centre invited students and recent graduates to co-create and design a Sensory Pad exhibit that will be considered for inclusion in the permanent exhibition within the Sensory Zone
Sponsor: Duncan and Jordanstone College of Art.
2021
2021
Community
Online
Dundee Science Centre Wildlife Trail
Discover Scotland's endangered species with a Wildlife Trail that will take you all around Dundee with animals hidden in eight different locations:Balgay park, Baxter park, Camperdown Park, Dudhope park, Stobsmuir ponds, The Law, Magdalen green, & outside the DSC.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2023
2023
Digital
In-Person
Interactive
Early Explorers: Coding Game
Have a go at making your own coding game without a screen!
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2020
2020
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Online
video
Video
Early Explorers: Sally the Sloth
Early Explorers is a programme for 3-5 year olds, encouraging social skills, self-awareness and critical thinking in nursery aged children.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Online
video
Video
Early Explorers: Stuffee
Early Explorers is a programme for 3-5 year olds, encouraging social skills, self-awareness and critical thinking in nursery aged children.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
Online
Eden Project
Eden Project Dundee will be a transformative project for the Scottish city, drawing on its rich history and playing an important role in the regeneration of the Dundee waterfront.
Sponsor: Eden Project.
2023
2023
Community
Digital
Energy and Carbon Reduction - How to Tackle Sustainability
Presentation with images and voiceover speaking about Circular Economy and changes that businesses can make to become more sustainable and complicit with Government targets and legislation.
Sponsor: Here's The Plan.
2021
2021
Community
Online
Engineering in the Movies: Magic Drum
Create your own moving animation using recycled materials, pen and paper.
Sponsor: Royal Academy of Engineering.
2020
2020
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Escape from the International Space Station
This is a satellite-themed STEM activity aimed at upper primary children (7 to 11).
Sponsor: SENSE Earth Observation CDT.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Online
EveryCanCounts
Explore the Infinity Can exhibit made up of 1,500 recycled cans and 25 square metres of mirrors, which makes for the perfect photo opportunity.
Sponsor: EveryCanCounts.
2023
2023
Community
In-Person
Interactive
Family Wildlife Day
Celebrate the wildlife we have on our doorstep at St Andrews Botanic Garden’s “Family Wildlife Day”!
Sponsor: St Andrews Botanic Gardens.
2023
2023
Community
outdoors
Outdoors
Food Science and Public Health
With the Theme of this year’s Dundee Science Festival in mind we are focussing on our Food Sciences and Public Health programmes.
Sponsor: Queen Margaret University.
2023
2023
Community
Digital
Fossil Fuels And Renewable Energy
A lot of our energy, things like electricity to power our lights, gas to cook our food, and petrol to power our cars, comes from fossil fuels. Let Dundee Science Centre teach you the impacts of using these finite resources.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2021
2021
Climate
Learning
Online
Free Friday at St Andrews Botanic Garden
Come along and join us to explore the garden completely free of charge for our special Free Friday event.
Sponsor: St Andrews Botanic Gardens.
2021
2021
Community
outdoors
Outdoors
Games Design
Using Microsoft MakeCode, young people will program and create their own short video game, learning basic programming skills.
Sponsor: Skills Development Scotland.
2021
2021
Get Involved In Health Research With SHARE
The Scottish Health Research Register & Biobank will be here to explain why health research is so important and how people can get involved?
Sponsor: SHARE (Scottish Health Research Register and Biobank).
2021
2021
Learning
Grow Your Own Microbial Community
Build a Winogradski column and grow your own micro-ecosystem!
Sponsor: GeoBus, University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Herbarium Designer and Zoology Explorer Experience
Green thumbs at the ready - come and explore our wonderful Herbarium dried plant collections and design your own unique specimen sheets.
Sponsor: University of Dundee Museums.
2023
2023
In Centre
Interactive
Learning
How can Quantum Materials Help Us?
Join staff and students from the Condensed Matter Centre for Doctoral Training (CM – CDT) as they take you on a journey of interactive science.
Sponsor: St Andrews Centre for Doctoral Training in Condensed Matter Physics (CMDTC).
2023
2023
In Centre
Learning
In Conversation With... The TB Taskmasters
Lots of people mistakenly think of TB as a disease of the past.At the Wellcome Centre for Anti-Infectives Research, we are trying to change that.
2021
2021
Community
Online
Life Throughout the Universe: A Guided Tour
A popular level talk on what life might be like on other worlds and where we might find it - both within the solar system and beyond.
Sponsor: David Darling.
2023
2023
In Centre
Interactive
Learning
LifeSpace Science Art Research Gallery Re-Opening
Join us for a triumphant re-opening of LifeSpace Gallery. Artists Emily Fong and Alan Fairlamb have been on a radical journey around art and science – even occupying the Wellcome Trust Building for a week.
Sponsor: University of Dundee.
2023
2023
Community
In-Person
Interactive
Live From COP26 Glasgow
Join Rebecca Wade from Abertay University as she takes us behind the scenes at COP26 in Glasgow.
Sponsor: Abertay University.
2021
2021
Climate
COP26
video
Video
Looking into DNA and RNA
DNA and RNA are two very important molecules, find out what they are and why they are important!
Sponsor: University of Dundee.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Online
Loose Parts Play Session - ScrapAntics
Loose Parts Play uses recycled materials to encourage young people and families to use their imagination and creativity.
Sponsor: Scrapantics.
2023
2023
In Centre
Interactive
Make a Catapult
Create your own catapult using things you can find around your house!
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2020
2020
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
video
Video
Medical Curiosities
Dive into medical history at this year’s Science Festival. Discover medical marvels, curiosities, and life cycles with these three displays from University of Dundee Museums.
Sponsor: University of Dundee.
2021
2021
Learning
Online
Medical Myths and Mysteries
Discover medical myths and mysteries with Dundee Science Centre.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Online
video
Video
Meet our Artist-in-(Digital)-Residence
For the past year, artist Emily Fong has been remotely resident at the Wellcome Centre for Anti-Infectives Research. She has met the scientists and explored the different jobs they do to create new medicines. From this work, she has created a beautiful online gallery and blog.
Sponsor: University of Dundee.
2021
2021
Community
Online
Mental Health: Risk and Resilience, DNA and Medicine, Dr Data
The development of mental illness is rarely if ever, caused by a single risk factor. This online game/simulation explores how different risk factors may 'stack up' and lead to mental illness
Sponsor: CoMorMent.
2021
2021
Community
Interactive
Online
Micro-Organism of the Day
Take a look at a different microorganism every day and learn why research into these tiny critters is important.
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Milking it
Many of the products we buy today are made from or contain plastic. Explore how to make plastic using just milk and vinegar with different ideas for applications.
Sponsor: Royal Academy of Engineering.
2020
2020
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Minecraft Coding Sustainability Workshop
As part of Dundee Science Festival, come and join our exclusive Minecraft World: ComputerXplorers Exploration Island.
Sponsor: ComputerXplorers.
2023
2023
Digital
Learning
Mission to Mars
This workshop allows participants to take control of a real robotic rover complete with cameras and grabbing claws to explore and complete challenges on a realistic model Martian landscape.
Sponsor: Cerebral Ape Limited.
2021
2021
Moredun Trust Van Experience
Join the team from the Moredun Trust as they showcase their vetenary and farming public outreach van.
Sponsor: Moredun Trust.
2023
2023
Community
In Centre
In-Person
Interactive
MVV Environment Baldovie - Energy from Waste
Discover how MVV generates energy from waste, meet some of the team and find out about their careers.
Sponsor: MVV Environment.
2020
2020
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
My Journey, Your Journey: Digital Stories of Hope and Resilience
Watch our digital stories which have been created by: adults with lived experience of depression, parents of young people with mental illness and researchers who study these conditions.
Sponsor: Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences, University of Edinburgh.
2021
2021
Community
Online
video
Video
My World of Work Live!
My World of Work Live is a set of fun, interactive activities that help young people understand future careers.
Sponsor: Skills Development Scotland.
2020
2020
2020anytime
Anytime
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Online
Nature and Conservation with the RSPB
The RSPB is the UK's largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home and secure a healthy environment for wildlife.
Sponsor: RSPB.
2023
2023
In Centre
Interactive
Learning
Ninewells Community Garden Tour
A tour and introduction to Ninewells Community Garden.
Sponsor: Ninewells Community Garden.
2023
2023
Community
On Food Choices
The food we eat can make a big difference to the climate! Watch the video below to learn about how our food choices can affect the planet.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2021
2021
Climate
Learning
Online
Organ of the Day
Join us and find out about an organ a day this week!
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Participate in Ongoing Research - Test Your Face Recognition
Stirling University Face Lab seeks families for online research. Can you help us investigate how face recognition ability develops through childhood so we can to help children who have difficulties recognising friends or family?
Sponsor: The Face Lab, University of Stirling.
2021
2021
Interactive
Online
Peat, People and the Planet
An interactive online exhibit on how peatlands form, how people use them, and why they are important in the context of global climate change.
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Physics Online Lab Tour
Ever wondered what a physics lab looks like? Take a look inside the Centre for Designer Quantum Materials lab at the University of St Andrews.
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2023
2023
Plastics, Marine Life and Urban Biodiversity
Join students and staff from Abertay University as they share their cutting-edge research.
Sponsor: Abertay University.
2023
2023
Poo, Pellets and Prints Workshop
Your kids will have a HOOT as we get hands-on dissecting owl pellets, ponder some poop and PAWS for though as we look for animal tracks at St Andrews Botanic Garden!
Sponsor: St Andrews Botanic Gardens.
2023
2023
Community
outdoors
Outdoors
Power Up!
Take a look at different types of energy, the importance of electricity and how it is generated.
Sponsor: Royal Academy of Engineering.
2020
2020
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Python Maths
From printing 'Hello World' to producing polygons, this introduction to programming in Python will give you all the skills you need to really get to grip with the basics.
Sponsor: Technocamps.
2020anytime
Anytime
download
Download
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Online
video
Video
Reforestation and Sustainability
Find out about reforestation and sustainability in this video with Andreas.
Sponsor: Atkins.
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Retro Game Design
Create and play your own video game! Retro Gamemaking is making a comeback and we are on track to join the fun! Learn how to develop computer-based games in an environment with a “fun first” emphasis.
Sponsor: ComputerXplorers.
2021
2021
Interactive
Online
Rockin' Rock Pools
Join James and look at some rock pools and learn about this important environment.
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
RSPB and Eden Walking Tour
Come and join Eden Project Dundee and RSPB Scotland on an urban wildlife walk in Dundee on Saturday 18 February 2023.
Sponsors: Eden Project and RSPB.
2023
2023
Community
Learning
outdoors
Outdoors
RSPB: Wild Challenges
Get closer to nature, have fun – and earn awards for doing it! Are you ready to take on a Wild Challenge?
Sponsor: The RSPB Wildlife Charity.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Saving Energy in Scotland
Scotland is aiming to have a net-zero target for all greenhouse gas emission by 2045, with the rest of the UK aiming to meet this by 2050. But what does this mean?
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2021
2021
SCI-FUN-Do-It-Yourself
Recreate the University of Edinburgh's SCI-FUN Roadshow activities at home!
Sponsor: University of Edinburgh.
2020
2020
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Science and Sea Monsters
The hunt for Nessie may be more scientific than you think. Join Explorathon and find out more!
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Scotland's Seas in Virtual Reality (VR)
Visit the Scottish Seabird Centre team and dive into a virtual underwater world through our portable VR headset.
Sponsor: The Scottish Seabird Centre.
2023
2023
In Centre
Interactive
Scottish Nature Photography Awards Screening
Dundee Science Centre will be screening winners from previous years from the environmental, botanical, abstract, landscape, wildlife, junior and student categories and the Scottish Nature Video Award short films.
Sponsor: Scottish Nature Photography Awards.
2023
2023
In Centre
Scottish Water
Discover challenges, hands-on activities and resource sheets from Scottish Water!
Sponsor: Scottish Water.
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Scratch Games and Programming
If you've ever fancied yourself as a game designer or programmer, it's time to Scratch that itch!
Sponsor: Technocamps.
2020
2020
2020anytime
Anytime
download
Download
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Online
video
Video
Solar System Trail
Embark on our Solar System Trail through the city of Dundee and follow the planets on this 4.5km walk.
Sponsors: Dundee Science Centre and Greenhealth Partnership.
2020
2020
2020anytime
Anytime
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
outdoors
Outdoors
Spot The Engineer Game
Spot the Engineer Game is an interactive 3D game for Children which inspires, motivates and opens up their imaginations.
Sponsor: Association For Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers.
2021
2021
Online
St Andrews Botanic Garden: Online Tour
See the Botanic Garden in St Andrews in this virtual tour with Explorathon20.
Sponsor: University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
Star Feature (Six Episodes)
These short videos will provide a quick guide and some interesting and inspiring information.
Sponsor: Royal Observatory Edinburgh (UKRI/STFC).
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
video
Video
Stratified Medicine - Which Medicine is Right for You?
In the future, doctors may use DNA tests to help them decide which medicine to prescribe.
Sponsor: CoMorMent.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Sustainable Dundee Partnership
Join the team from Sustainable Dundee Network as they showcase the Sustainable Dundee Map as well as other interactive activities.
Sponsor: Sustainable Dundee.
2023
2023
Community
In Centre
TechFest
Our friends at TechFest will be running their festival from 5-25 November 2020.
Sponsor: TechFest.
2020
2020
2020anytime
Anytime
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Online
The Martian - Science Fact or Science Fiction
Many space movies have hit our screens relaying drama, adventure, and scientific discovery... But how much is scientific fact and how much is Hollywood fiction?
Sponsor: GeoBus, University of St Andrews.
2020
2020
2020week1
Climate and Space (2020 Week 1)
The Wee Satellite Challenge
What’s small, cube-shaped and hangs 60 miles above your house? CubeSats are tiny wee satellites that do amazing things. Bring the whole family along to help pals Muza and Mikey as they try to get some off the ground!
Sponsor: Institute of Physics Scotland.
2021
2021
Interactive
Online
The WeeCAIR Medicinal Garden
Unearth the science and history of the medicinal plants which influence modern medicine. You’ll meet the team who are building the garden and find out how to choose your own healing herbs.
2020
2020
2020week2
Life Sciences and Human Biology (2020 Week 2)
Online
video
Video
Uncertain Territories - Museum Tour
Uncertain Territories – Women and Nature celebrates a variety of women artists and scientists from Dundee and beyond.
Sponsor: University of Dundee.
2023
2023
Community
Learning
University of Dundee Zoology Museum Tour
Come explore the D'Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum at the University of Dundee. The Zoology Museum houses many fascinating specimens from around the world. Most of them were collected by the celebrated Sir D'Arcy Wentworth Thompson, the first Professor of Biology at Dundee.
Sponsor: University of Dundee.
2023
2023
In Centre
Interactive
Learning
Virtual Lab Tour
Laboratories are cool, fascinating spaces. They are also busy, can smell a bit funky, and are full of chemicals and other hazards. Because of this, it’s tricky for us to let many people into our labs in real life.
Sponsor: University of Dundee.
2021
2021
Community
Interactive
Online
Virtually Explore: Science and Engineering
Go behind-the-scenes ar The King's Buildings campus at the University of Edinburgh.
Sponsor: University of Edinburgh.
2020
2020
2020anytime
Anytime
2020week3
Engineering and Technology (2020 Week 3)
Online
Virtually Explore: Science at the University of Edinburgh
Go behind-the-scenes at The King's Buildings campus at the University of Edinburgh.
Sponsor: University of Edinburgh.
2021
2021
Interactive
Visit Dundee Science Centre
Visit the Dundee Science Centre and learn more about our exciting new exhibits.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2020
2020
In-Person
indoors
Indoors
Visual Illusions with The University of Edinburgh
Become an independent vision scientist and explore interactive visual illusions in the largest scientific online depository.
Sponsor: Dundee Science Centre.
2021
2021
Learning
Online
Woodland Trust
Join the team from the Woodland Trust for tabletop activities and to answer questions and concerns people may have regarding woodlands.
Sponsor: Woodland Trust.
2023
2023
Community
In Centre
In-Person
Interactive
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