british science festival programme 2015

BritishScienceFestival Bradford 7-10 September

Programme 2015

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All events are FREE!Booking may be required

Welcome to the British Science Festival 2015

The British Science Association is delighted to be bringing the Festival back to Bradford. We have previously visited the city in 1873, 1900 and, more recently, in partnership with our 2015 hosts, the University of Bradford, in 2011. I am delighted to introduce this year’s programme, which marks a new chapter in the Festival’s long and illustrious history. First established as the Annual Meeting of the British Association for the Advancement of Science in 1831, and (with the exception of some of the war years) held every year since, about 25 years ago the Festival developed into the multi-day event targeted at a broad range of audiences and inspired a raft of terrific local and regional science festivals across the UK. This year, the British Science Festival once again regenerates. With a nod to our roots, we are bringing sharp focus to the presentation of cutting-edge science and discussion of science’s impact on people and society.

Together with the University of Bradford, our 16 Scientific Sections and other partners we have curated over 100 events targeted at adults with a broad interest in science. Our city programme aims to attract those of you who might not identify as science enthusiasts, but who are interested in tech, film, art, photography and so on.

We think it is a really rich and varied programme; we hope you will find plenty of events to enthral, enlighten and entertain you; and we look forward to seeing you in Bradford this September.

Imran Khan,

Chief Executive, British Science Association

About the British Science AssociationThe British Science Association provides opportunities for all people to enjoy, explore, investigate and discuss science. Our vision is a society where science is a part of, not set apart from, society and culture.

To achieve this, we need to support, grow and diversify the community of people who are interested in and involved in science, technology, engineering and maths; and who contribute to its impact on UK culture, our society and the economy.

Our programmes will do more to help people to engage with science, become ambassadors for science, and ultimately to be empowered to challenge and influence British science.

Join us in repositioning science as something for all.

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Photo Credit (Front Cover) ; Nano Flowers = Jan Engels, HKUST

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BritishScienceFestival @BritishSciFest #BSF15 BritSciAssoc

The British Science Festival 2015, hosted by the University of Bradford and supported by Siemens, takes place between 7 – 10 September, with events on campus and across the city of Bradford. During the four days there will be over 100 free events, talks and performances from across the scientific spectrum. Join leading researchers to discover, discuss and debate the latest ideas and innovations set to change our future.

We have curated a strong programme of events that will stimulate, inspire and provoke. During the day you will have access to some of the best academics in the country. This is your opportunity to hear from them directly and join in the discussion; everything from dinosaurs and big data to medical advances and archaeological mysteries.

After dark the city will be transformed with a vibrant array of discussions, installations and entertainment events all dedicated to showcasing the often-hidden science in our hobbies and interests, whether it’s music, food, fashion or art.

The core Festival features daytime and evening programmes aimed at adults, and is immediately followed by a Festival Fringe (11 – 18 September), which focuses on events for schools and families.

We are really excited about the programme this year, and are delighted to be back in Bradford. Not only does the city have a rich scientific and cultural heritage, it is today at the forefront of cutting-edge research and has a thriving and creative entrepreneurial community.

Ivvet Modinou

Head of Engagement, British Science Association

Contents:Award Lectures.....................04

The X-change.........................06

Workshops and

Exhibitions..................................07

Mon 7 September...............08

Tue 8 September..................14

Wed 9 September..............22

Thu 10 September..............28

Presidential address.........33

City map......................................36

Campus map..........................39

At a glance schedule.......40

All British Science Festival tickets are free, but booking is recommended (except where indicated). Please book online (www.britishsciencefestival.org) or come to the Box Office in the Atrium, Richmond Building, University of Bradford, during the

Bookings: britishsciencefestival.org Box office in Richmond Building Atrium on campus during Festival

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Monday 7 September, 11.00-12.00Live coding: creating languages for making musicAlgorithms are changing the way we experience the world, and have huge potential for new collaborative ways to make music. Uncover a completely different side to programming as Alex McLean demonstrates how you can use live coding to create music and visuals, with live demos and videos of ‘algoraves’. The Daphne Oram Award Lecture for Digital Innovation was awarded to Alex McLean by the British Science Association.

Venue: Norcroft Auditorium

Free: Booking required

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Award Lectures

The British Science Association’s prestigious Award Lectures have been presented at the British Science Festival since 1990. They aim to promote open and informed discussion on issues involving science and actively encourage scientists to explore the social aspects of their research. They are awarded to active, early career researchers who are skilled in communicating their research. Notable Award Lecture winners who are now well known science communicators include, Professor Brian Cox (winner in 2006) Maggie Aderin-Pocock (2008) and Richard Wiseman (2002).

Tuesday 8 September, 11.00-12.00

How do you solve a problem like nuclear power? Fusion energy has the potential to be one of the most important scientific breakthroughs. Physicist, Ian Chapman explores the challenges in nuclear fusion and explains how the international ITER project is combatting them. Take control as Ian allows you, the audience, to choose the path of his talk.

The Rosalind Franklin Award Lecture for physical sciences and mathematics, supported by Siemens, was awarded to Ian Chapman by the British Science Association



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Monday 7 September, 14.00-15.00

The secret chemistry of art: unravelling an age-old textile mysteryIn the 18th and 19th centuries, the distinctive red hue of Turkey red dye drove a huge industry on a global scale. However, the secret to making the dye has never been uncovered. Discover how Julie Wertz is using historical texts and cutting edge chemistry to unravel this age-old mystery.

The Jacob Bronowski Award Lecture for science and the arts was awarded to Julie Wertz by the British Science Association



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Jacob Bronowski Award Lecture for science and the arts winner Julie Wertz

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Tuesday 8 September, 14.00-15.00Who owns outer space?As governments and corporations continue to venture beyond our own planet, how do we decide who owns space? Jill Stuart draws on her extensive research into outer space politics, explaining our existing laws, where they’ve come from and how politics on Earth affects what happens in the cosmos. The Margaret Mead Award Lecture for social sciences was awarded to Jill Stuart by the British Science Association



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Wednesday 9 September, 11.00-12.00

The invisible world below your feet: fracking, geology and youTalking about our rocky underworld can invoke strong reactions - especially where fracking is concerned. Join geologist Hazel Gibson to explore how we think about the ‘land beneath our feet’ and discover how what happens down there in the subsurface affects our lives up here on top.

The Charles Lyell Award Lecture for environmental sciences was awarded to Hazel Gibson by the British Science Association



Wednesday 9 September, 14.00-15.00

The coming of age of plastic electronicsElectronics have transformed our lives beyond recognition but there could be radical change around the corner with plastic electronics. Engineer, Radu Sporea explains how these new materials and unconventional devices could be more efficient, cheaper and easier to manufacture than existing technologies. The Isambard Kingdom Brunel Award Lecture for engineering, technology and industry, supported by Siemens, was awarded to Radu Sporea by the British Science Association



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Thursday 10 September, 11.00-12.00

Game of clones: why should we care if our friends are similar to us?Do you find yourself making friends with people like you? Katherine Woolf draws on her often controversial research to explore why this happens, and its impact on success and injustice. Discover how you can challenge the status quo to create a fairer, more integrated, more successful society.

The Charles Darwin Award Lecture for agricultural, biological and medical sciences was awarded to Katherine Woolf by the British Science Association



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06Monday 7 – Thursday 10 September, 12.30-13.30The X-change, supported by SiemensThe X-change, supported by Siemens, is a daily chat show bringing you all the best bits from the Festival programme while you stop to catch your breath and stop for a bite to eat at lunchtime. Featuring inspiring speakers, big issues, exciting research and some familiar faces, the X-change is a fast-paced Festival highlights show.

Get a re-cap of your favourite event, or hear from the speakers you didn’t have a chance to catch, at the X-change. The show will take place in the Atrium of the University of Bradford, from 12:30 – 13:30 (daily, Monday 7 – Thursday 10 September).

Venue: The Atrium, Richmond Building

Free: No booking required for this event, please just drop in.

The X-change, supported by Siemens

INTERNATIONAL IMAGES FOR SCIENCE 2015AN EXHIBITION OF THE WORLD’S BEST SCIENTIFIC PHOTOGRAPHY

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Featuring 100 images selected by an expert judging panel to form a touring exhibition, launching at the British Science Festival in Bradford 2015.

DATE: 8th-18th September 2015VENUE: Dye House Gallery, Bradford College, Great Horton Road, Bradford BD7 1AY

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Monday 7 - Thursday 10 September, 10.00-17.00Mind’s eye installationThis ambitious audio installation brings art and science together and offers the audience an opportunity to explore and understand the solar system via the voices of those most familiar with it.

Venue: The Atrium, Richmond Building

Organised by: Shrinking Space

Free: No booking required for this event, please just drop in

Workshops and exhibitions

Workshops Venue: Computer Room, Richmond Building

Please note these workshops are for professional researchers to expand their skill sets.

Monday 7 & Tuesday 8 September, 10.00-13.00 Software workshop: data visualisationJoin Software Carpentry for a hands-on experience in visually representing real scientific datasets. Learn how to use data to generate plots and adjust these to suit your particular needs. Monday 7 & Tuesday 8 September, 14.00-17.00

Software workshop: SQLJoin Software Carpentry for a brief introduction to databases and structured data. Learn how to create a simple database and how to write queries allowing you to explore your data. Find out the best practices for working with structured data.

Tuesday 8 – Friday 18 September, 09.00-17.00International Images for Science exhibition See one hundred images showcasing the best international scientific photography. Subjects range from subatomic particles to far-away galaxies, medical and diagnostic, using diverse imaging techniques. The images come from scientists, students and school children and are presented by The Royal Photographic Society, supported by Siemens.

Venue: Dye House Gallery

Organised by: Royal Photographic Society, supported by Siemens

Free: No booking required for this event, please just drop in.

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Tuesday 8 September, 45 minute tours at 14.00, 15.00, and 16.00. Medical Simulation Centre tourInvestigate the human body in health and disease in this interactive tour of the new Integrated Learning Centre and Simulation Suite at the University of Bradford. Try your hand at a 3D virtual dissection, and administer drugs to see how a patient simulator responds to life-threatening situations. Please make your way to the meeting point in atrium 5 minutes before the tour. Max. capacity 20 people.

Venue: Meeting point in The Atrium, Richmond

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Organised by: University of Bradford

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Mon 7 Sept, 10.30-11.30The many faces of cybercrimeCyber-attacks are a growing threat in this highly connected world. From bedroom hackers to terrorist organisations, discover the diverse nature of cybercrime. Discuss the psychology, technology and politics of cyber security with an interdisciplinary panel of experts, and find out the challenges it presents to individuals, businesses and national security.

Venue: Horton D.01.27, University of Bradford


Free: Booking requiredMon 7 Sept, 10.00-11.00

The microfossil’s guide to the galaxyWe can learn a lot about our planet from the tiniest fossils. Although invisible to the naked eye, they have shaped our understanding of our atmosphere, oceans and climate. Join Geologist, Tom Dunkley-Jones to decode messages from distant millennia and find out how Earth has changed over time.

Venue: Richmond F21, University of Bradford

Organised by: Geology Section, British Science Association


Daytime adult eventsMonday 7 September

Mon 7 Sept, 11.30-12.30

At home with Ice Age huntersEnter the world of our prehistoric cousins the Neanderthals and tour their homes. Archaeologist Matt Pope explains how specialists are using cutting-edge technologies such as laser scanning to recreate the caves of these Ice-Age hunters and preserve precious archaeological evidence currently under threat from global warming.


Organised by: Archaeology and Anthropology Section, British Science Association


Mon 7 Sept, 10.00-11.00

Follow the leader: the social lives of animals and humansConfident individuals have more influence on others - from foraging animals to strangers deciding whether to cross the street. Are these bold leaders being exploited, or is the whole group risking bad decisions? Join Shaun Killen for this highly interactive experience to find out who leads, who follows and why.

Venue: Richmond JSB, University of Bradford

Organised by: British Science Association


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Mon 7 Sept, 12.00-13.00

What does death smell like? You might think dead bodies stink, but forensic anthropologist Anna Williams will show you how the chemicals given off by decomposing corpses can help forensic investigations. Discover first hand (if you dare) how the smell of a body changes over time and how dogs are trained to sniff out cadavers.


Organised by: University of Huddersfield


Mon 7 Sept, 12.00-13.00

Voices from the pastHow do present day languages sound compared to those spoken by our ancestors? Join John Coleman for an audio journey into the spoken words of the past. Discover the deep cultural connections we share with our linguistic cousins across Europe and Asia and hear reconstructions of ancient words, last spoken over 6,000 years ago.

Venue: Richmond C7, University of Bradford

Organised by: University of Oxford


Mon 7 Sept, 13.00-14.00Climate wars and how to prevent themIf we do nothing to control climate change we face an era of critical water and food shortages leading to societal disruption and increased migration. We must achieve a radical and rapid change in our attitude – but how? Join Paul Rogers to discuss the military and security challenges posed by climate change, and how we can tackle them.




Mon 7 Sept, 11.30-13.00

New frontiers: deep sea biologyDive more than three miles deep into the UK’s unknown wilderness, an ocean floor territory 28 times larger than our land area, with biologists Jon Copley, Kerry Howell, and Adrian Glover. Discover a hidden landscape of undersea mountains and volcanic vents, home to new species from hairy-chested crabs to bone-eating worms, revealed by recent expeditions.

Venue: Richmond E59, University of Bradford

Organised by: Deep Sea Biology Group, Challenger Society for Marine Science


Mon 7 Sept, 13.00-14.00 Capturing motionTake a behind the scenes look at the technology used to create realistic motion for games, films and animated productions. Explore the creative possibilities of Vicon motion capture and the latest advancements with Karl Abson and hear about his exciting work developing safer, more humane ways of capturing animal movement.




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Mon 7 Sept, 13.00-13.30

Matthew Cobb: Life’s Greatest SecretMatthew Cobb discusses his latest book which explores the discovery and cracking of the genetic code. This breakthrough forms the most striking proof for evolution, has incredible potential for improving well-being and has transformed the way we think about ourselves.

Venue: Waterstones



Mon 7 Sept, 14.00-15.00

Drinking in later lifeIs drinking in later life increasing and are older generations drinking more than younger generations? Is there any evidence that moderate drinking may be good for your health? Join us to find out how drinking behaviours change as we get older and more about the link between drinking and health.


Organised by: Geography Section, British Science Association


Mon 7 Sept, 14.30-15.30

The hidden landscapes of StonehengeStonehenge is among the world’s best known archaeological monuments yet we know relatively little about the landscape around it. Join researchers from The Stonehenge Hidden Landscapes Project to explore visualisations of the landscape at an unprecedented scale and resolution. Find out the latest discoveries that have transformed our knowledge of this iconic archaeological monument.




Mon 7 Sept, 15.00-16.00

The Rosetta mission: before the bounce and beyondIn 2014, after a ten year journey, the Rosetta Mission rendezvoused and landed a spacecraft on a comet for the first time. However, this was only the beginning. Join European Space Agency Project scientist Matt Taylor to hear his part of the story and find out what’s next for this historic mission.




Mon 7 Sept, 15.00-16.00

Doggedly differentDogs have been part of our families for thousands of years. There are more than 400 breeds and a staggering variety of shapes and sizes, from the Chihuahua to the Great Dane. Why and how did dogs evolve so rapidly and broadly? Join Jeffrey Schoenebeck to discover the biology behind dog diversity.


Organised by: Roslin Institute, University of Edinburgh



Mon 7 Sept, 15.00-16.00

Rhapsody in blue: the story of the blue LEDThe Blue LED has created a revolution in efficient, bright lighting with potential applications in display technology, water purification and more. As part of the International Year of Light, join physicist Stephen Sweeney to explore the discovery, research and applications of the device which won the 2014 Nobel Prize.


Organised by: Physics Section, British Science Association


The hidden landscapes of Stonehenge

Mon 7 Sept, 16.00-17.00

Tracking viral infectionsHow can scientists follow a virus infection across a community, a country and the world? Discover how new technologies allow researchers to investigate the transmission of viruses such as flu or Ebola in real time. Join Paul Kellam to find out how disease outbreaks can be identified, monitored and acted upon much earlier than ever before.

This event is followed by a drinks reception from 17.00-18.00.

Venue: Norcroft Auditorium, University of Bradford

Organised by: Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute


Mon 7 Sept, 16.30-17.30

General Election 2015: Bradford at the pollsMany people are disillusioned with mainstream politics. Join Parveen Akhtar to examine the current political values, attitudes and behaviours of residents in Bradford, based on data collected around the 2015 general election. How can this research help us involve diverse communities in the political process in our increasingly multicultural society?




Mon 7 Sept, 16.30-17.30

Molecules and manuscripts: the unwritten biographies of booksWhat can ancient manuscripts tell us about medieval animals? Underneath the pictures and words lies a hidden layer of information waiting to be read. Join Sarah Fiddyment to uncover the chemical clues preserved in parchment, made from the skins of animals that lived over the past millennium.





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Mon 7 Sept, 17.00-18.00

Order within chaos: big data and weather forecastingHow do weather forecasters identify order within chaos? Can you decide when their predictions will be accurate? What developments in forecasting are expected over the next few years? Find out about the latest developments in numerical weather prediction, and discover how this technology is shaping the big data revolution.


Organised by: Mathematics Section, British Science Association


Mon 7 Sept, 17.00-18.00

Peatlands and environmental changeFind out from a leading peatland researcher how peatlands in Yorkshire and the UK help cool the Earth’s climate and provide drinking water. Get ‘boggy’ with the latest research on peatlands around the world, from the arctic to the tropics. Discover how their protection is crucial to global climate change.


Organised by: Geography Section, British Science Association


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Mon 7 Sept, 18.00-22.00

From Bombay to BradfordJoin us for an evening of music, demonstrations and hands-on activities at the UK’s largest Asian department store. This celebration of Asian culture will include a fashion show and sari demonstrations, as well as the chance to learn about different dyes and fabrics used in Asian fashion.

Venue: Bombay Stores



Evening eventsMonday 7 September

Mon 7 Sept, 19.00-21.00

Laughter is the best medicine Enjoy a healthy dose of laughter in this science meets comedy event with neuroscientist and part-time comic Sophie Scott and special guest, Kiri Pritchard McLean. Sophie explores her world leading research on how and why people laugh.

Venue: The Studio

Organised by: Psychology section, British Science Association

Free: Please book tickets for this event visit www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

From Bombay to Bradford

Laughter is the best medicine

Mon 7 Sept, 18.30-22.30

Algorave: music collider Join live coder Alex McLean and friends for an evening where music, technology and art collide. Drop in to explore an interactive sound installation and discover a new kind of live electronic music where performers use algorithms to compose live music and beats.

Venue: Bier Keller



Mon 7 Sept, 19.00 – 20.30

The evolution of hip hopHip hop is more than just a music genre. For many fans it’s an identity and provides an outlet for discussing often marginalised societal issues. Through its beats, lyrics and sub-culture it has influenced everything from poetry and music to politics and resistance. Unpick the power of hip hop beyond the turntable with DJ Semtex and guests.

Venue: Bradford Playhouse



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Mon 7 Sept, 18.00-21.00

The Lego Movie 3D film screening and Q&AMeet Emmet, a perfectly average LEGO minifigure, and follow his accidental quest to save the world in a special screening of this hilarious and heart-warming animated film for all ages. After the film put your questions to real life LEGO Master Builder Duncan Titmarsh, and discover the secrets of building brick sculptures without the manual.

Venue: Picturehouse Bradford

Organised by: British Science Association and Picturehouse Bradford

Free: Book tickets for this event through the Picturehouse website

Algorave: music collider

Lego master builder Duncan Titmarsh

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Tue 8 Sept, 10.00-11.00

Why we should be mindful of Mindfulness‘Mindfulness’ techniques are becoming popular in mental health circles. Is this just the latest fad, with people beguiled by links to Eastern meditation practices? Psychologist Peter Naish describes the impact of Mindfulness on the brain. You will discover that, as with medicines, the best treatment may be determined by your genes.




Tue 8 Sept, 10.30-11.30

Why Facebook won’t get you any more friendsSocial networking sites like Facebook held out the promise of being able to have huge numbers of friends all around the world. But in practice, it seems people’s Facebook address lists are no different to their real world list of friends and family. Psychologist Robin Dunbar explains why this is the case.

Venue: Horton D.01.27

Organised by: University of Oxford


Tue 8 Sept, 10.30-11.30

Targeting tumoursPersonalised medicine is an exciting advance in cancer treatment. Join researchers from the Bradford Institute of Cancer Therapeutics to hear about a pioneering cancer “smart bomb” that delivers toxins to tumours, leaving normal tissues unharmed. Follow the progress of this revolutionary new treatment and find out the many steps in bringing breakthrough science to cancer treatment.




Tue 8 Sept, 10.30-11.30

Fossil hunting from the skiesDrones aren’t just instruments of war. Discover how drones are supporting paleontologist Louise Leakey in her search for the evolutionary origins of our ancestors. Go on a virtual field trip to East Africa led by Bradford’s Fragmented Heritage team, and explore high resolution aerial images to find undiscovered fossil remains of ancient humans.




Daytime adult eventsTuesday 8 September

Tue 8 Sept, 12.00-13.00

The ugly truth: what do our cities really need?Do our cities need revitalisation through gentrification or reinvigoration through communication? Do we need a single comfortable community or diverse, contradictory publics? Drawing from a decade of research into graffiti and street art, anthropologist and curator Rafael Schacter stakes a claim for the ugly yet important, the disagreeable but necessary.




Tue 8 Sept, 10.00-11.00

Born in Bradford: parks, pollution and playHear the latest findings from a study following over 13 thousand children born in Bradford. Find out what this ground-breaking project can teach us about the influence of exercise and the environment on our children’s health and put your questions to the experts involved.




Born in Bradford: parks, pollution and play

Tue 8 Sept, 12.00-13.00

Tetris and brain imaging: vaccinating against PTSD Since the term ‘Shell-Shock’ was coined 100 years ago, psychologists have been investigating traumatic stress. Discover work psychologists at the MRC Cognitive and Brain Sciences Unit have undertaken in the lab to understand intrusive memories symptomatic of PTSD and how a procedure involving the game’ Tetris’ might protect against them.


Organised by: British Psychological Society


Tue 8 Sept, 12.30-13.30

Does hair hold the secret to wound healing?Hair is important. It plays a key role in regulating temperature, maintaining healthy skin and protecting us against infections. But did you know that each hair follicle contains stem cells that may help to heal wounds? Join Desmond Tobin to discover the latest research in this exciting field and its potential for treating wounds and restoring damaged skin.




Tue 8 Sept, 12.30-13.30

Inside the schizophrenic brainSchizophrenia is one of the most common serious mental illnesses, affecting 1 in 100 people. How much do we understand about the underlying causes of this distressing and disabling disorder? Join two neuroscientists to uncover the structural and chemical changes in the brains of people with schizophrenia and find out how this can inform and improve treatments.


Organised by: Imperial College London


Tue 8 Sept, 13.00-14.00

Unearthing a Shakespearean villain: the life and death of Richard III The excavation, study and re-burial of King Richard III’s bones was a hugely ambitious archaeological project. Join Turi King to find out how the research team involved uncovered the cause and circumstances of his death and explore the on-going debate over how the remains are treated.


Organised by: Archaeology and Anthropology Section, British Science Association



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Tue 8 Sept, 13.00-13.30

Anna Feigenbaum: Protest Camps Anna Feigenbaum explores protest camps around the world: from Occupy Gezi to Occupy London. In these spaces, people build miniature villages and imagine alternative worlds together. Journey through different cultural, political and geographical landscapes as Anna offers a ground-breaking view of this global phenomenon.

Venue: Waterstones


Free: No booking required for this event, please just come along

Tue 8 Sept, 14.00-15.00

Can we secure our energy future?The UK is facing an energy crisis. How we can ensure we have a secure and sustainable energy supply whilst also reducing greenhouse gas emissions? Join our energy experts to discuss the challenges and innovations driving our energy future.


Organised by: Durham Energy Institute, Durham University


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Tue 8 Sept, 14.00-15.00

Demons: testing the limits of knowledgeDo we have free will? Why can’t we change the past? Does the universe have an arrow of time? Scientists and philosophers alike use Demons as thought experiments to answer questions like these. Join Friedel Weinert to find out how famous thinkers have used Demons test the limits of ideas and learn what they can – and can’t – teach us about the world.




Tue 8 Sept, 14.30-15.30

Dinosaur behaviour: recreating lost worlds How can we study the lives of animals no human has seen in the flesh? Find out how new techniques and cutting edge technologies are unlocking clues about dinosaur behaviour that have been hidden for millions of years. Join palaeontologist David Button to piece together the past and reconstruct the lost world of the dinosaurs.


Organised by: The Palaeontological Association


Tue 8 Sept, 14.30-15.30

Exercising in later life: the view from the social sciences Physical activity is increasingly recommended to promote health and happiness. Sociologist Emmanuelle Tulle and her collaborators draw on 15 years of research, discussing the physical, social and historical barriers and opportunities for older adults to be physically active, while also making a plea for the right to sit down.


Organised by: Sociology Section, British Science Association


Tue 8 Sept, 15.00-16.00

100 years of tear gas: from the battlefields of WWI to the streets of todayOver the past 100 years tear gas has been deployed to lure soldiers from hiding, frighten protesters and halt robberies. Through four vignettes Anna Feigenbaum provides a behind the scenes look at the people and policies that came to make tear gas the most popular tool for protest policing worldwide.





Tue 8 Sept, 15.30-16.00

New type, old typeLetterpress has been a craft long in decline. With wood and metal fonts no longer in large-scale production, it’s a technique constrained by antique tools. 3D-printing has been heralded as ‘the second industrial revolution’ and presents an opportunity to see what the pinpoint accuracy of additive manufacture can achieve. Join Richard Ardagh from New North Press to find out more about the innovations reviving this popular printing practice.




Tue 8 Sept, 16.00-17.00

Does the financial sector do more harm than good?Since the Global Financial Crisis began, the financial sector has been strongly criticised. Join economist David Miles and his panel as they discuss the extent to which the financial sector is a force for good and the role it could play in helping the economy grow and prosper.


Organised by: Economics Section, British Science Association


New type, old type

Tue 8 Sept, 16.00-17.00

Physical acousticsSound is all around us but there is more to acoustic waves than our ears can perceive. Discover the surprising uses for sound waves with Bruce Drinkwater. Find out how acoustic waves can be used to levitate and move objects. See live demonstrations of this phenomena and learn why it has important medical applications..


Organised by: University of Bristol


Tue 8 Sept, 16.30-17.30

Advanced airports and on-time ambulancesHave you ever thought about how number crunching can improve your travel and health services? Join Kevin Glazebrook and Vincent Knight as they explain how Operational Research is being used to reduce congestion at airports and to ensure emergency medical services are delivered efficiently. This event will be followed by a drinks reception.


Organised by: Mathematics Section, British Science Association


Tue 8 Sept, 16.30-17.30

The air in Saltaire Ever wondered what’s in the air you breathe? This summer, residents of Saltaire, Bradford, took to the streets to measure the air quality in their town. Join researchers from the University of Leeds to hear the initial results, and discover the tiny airborne particles that can have a large impact on our health.


Organised by: Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science, University of Leeds



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Tue 8 Sept, 17.00-18.00

Engineering for speed: Guy Martin vs gravityMeet the sports engineers that helped motorcycle racer and mechanic Guy Martin to successfully smash two world speed records. Learn about the challenge to design and build the world’s fastest gravity powered soapbox and explore the boundaries of physics and engineering. Come and hear the scientific story behind the need for speed.


Organised by: Sheffield Hallam University


Tue 8 Sept, 17.30-18.30

Digital health receptionFrom digital diagnosis to wearable devices, technology and data is changing the future of healthcare in the UK. Hear about the latest innovations and explore the future of products and services. Join digital health professionals to discuss how organisations can widen participation and remove barriers to digital health.

Venue: Norcroft Lounge, University of Bradford



Tue 8 Sept, 16.30-17.30

Time: the key to really understanding our livesTime patterns control every moment of our existence and underpin our every thought but they are often forgotten. Join neuroscientist Paul Kelley to find out more about these time patterns and discover how we can use them to improve performance and wellbeing.


Organised by: Education Section, British Science Association


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Women and the trouble with scienceIt’s no secret that women are underrepresented in science and industry. From brain biology and identity to social conditioning and plain discrimination, various reasons have been suggested. Join our distinguished panel of women from science, business and education to discuss what can be done by individuals, employers and wider society to address the issue.

This event will be followed by a drinks reception.

Venue: Henry Mitchell Hall, Bradford College



Tue 8 Sept, 19.00-21.00

The Z List Dead List: Med ListJoin comedian Iszi Lawrence and guests for a special medical edition of the Z List Dead List: described by Nottingham Live as “an adult version of Horrible Histories”. Meet the unsung heroes behind some of history’s most important medical discoveries and vote for your favourite forgotten celeb.

Venue: The Studio

Organised by: Medical Section, British Science Association


Evening eventsTuesday 8 September

During British Science Week, 11–20 March 2016, Behind the Scenes of British Science will throw open the doors of Britain’s most fascinating science, technology and engineering locations, operation sites and laboratories… as well as revealing science at the heart of the places you’d least expect to find it.

Why get involved?Behind the Scenes of British Science is an opportunity:• to be involved in the largest

annual celebration of science across the UK (British Science Week is a national event, featuring around 5,000 events with tens of thousands of participants in community places, public spaces, cultural venues, scientific institutions, and school settings);

• for community engagement and staff volunteering;

• to reach new audiences in different ways;

• highlight the fascinating science behind your work;

• support the charitable aims of the British Science Association; and

• to link with a powerful and respected brand giving PR value by association.

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Science Week and British Science Association websites;

• You will be part of the Behind the Scenes of British Science social media campaigns; and

• You will be part of the targeted e-marketing campaign.BEHIND

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Transformations; North Parade after darkBradford’s independent quarter transforms after dark as regional and national artists, scientists, makers and performers take over the area’s best venues. Dive into a range of creative activities, performances and exhibitions, and experience a completely different side to the city.

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Enter a dynamic, vibrant and synaesthetic space as robotic eyes and ears follow your every move.

Life storyVenue: Al’s Dime Bar

Technology and philosophy come together in this one-woman show about the science of the end.

Patterns of mutationVenue: Forks Café

View historical images of brain tumour cells and look at slides under a microscope. Pinhole photographyVenue: The Beerhouse

Discover a new way to capture the world around you with Justin Quinnell, pinhole photographer extraordinaire.

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Explore the science of sound in this multisensory drop in session

Travel magazine from the futureVenue: The Sparrow Bier Café

Discuss, draw or just observe in this collaborative storytelling experience.

Entropy: a journey through light and soundVenue: The Sparrow Bier Café

Watch light energy being transferred and transformed through Video Mapping Projection and LED strips. Colourful chemistryVenue: The Record Café

Experience the magic of indigo dyeing first hand with historian of art, Julie Wertz.

North-South brew offVenue: Bradford Brewery

Join us for a brew off between London-based Signature Brew and Bradford Brewery.

Artic smellscapes in BradfordVenue: Bradford Brewery

Journey through an alternative geography of Bradford, linking the city to the Arctic.

Keeping letterpress alive Venue: Bradford Brewery

Come and get your hands inky at our drop-in letterpress workshop. Art in Unusual SpacesVenue: The 1in12 Club

Join artists as they showcase the result of their collaboration.

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Not sure where to start?Find out more at siemens.co.uk/curiosity-project

Download free resources, games and interactive tools at siemens.co.uk/education

Sign up to our newsletter for the latest news, events and resources: siemens.co.uk/curiosity-project-newsletter

Twitter: @SiemensUKNews • #curiosityproject

Our mission to inspire a generationLaunched by Siemens in September 2014, the Curiosity project is a three-year engagement programme that aims to do just what it says; to inspire young people towards a greater knowledge of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) – not to mention the exciting career prospects available to them. The ambition? To reach out to parents, teachers and young people all over the UK to help support, encourage and, ultimately, inspire young people to become the engineers of the future.

Events, festivals and fun!Siemens is supporting organisations that reach out and nurture the innate curiosity in young people. There are many ways for young people to be involved – festivals, events and competitions at a national and local level

• Meet the Siemens team at four major science festivals, including the British Science Festival

• Talk to us about exciting engineering careers

• Read our blog for the latest musings from our resident and guest bloggers on the wonderful world of STEM.

Educational support and resources • Find information and ideas on how to support young

people and their interests in STEM

• Help teachers re-energise their passion to deliver inspiring lesions, via The Princes’ teaching Institutes residential courses in Maths and Science

• Access our free online engineering and education resources in our education portal: siemens.co.uk/education

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Margaret Onifade, Graduate Electrical Engineer, has been involved with many projects and events, including a Q&A session with pupils attending the British Science Festival, and is also a STEM Ambassador.

What do you enjoy about being a STEM Ambassador?

I love working with young people and speaking about my experiences as a female engineer. Meeting enthusiastic students who have lots of questions is rewarding.

Why is it important to inspire young people about STEM?

Aside from the STEM skills gap, these subjects also provide a plethora of other career options.

What advice would you give aspiring youngsters?

Girls in particular should research some of history’s great female scientists and engineers for inspiration, and go for it!

Join the adventureThere are plenty of events coming up to get involved with. Whether you are looking for a great day out with

the family, or a bit of inspiration, come and see us!

British Science Festival, Bradford 7-10 September

Greenpower Challenge Final, Rockingham 10-11 October

Manchester Science Festival, MOSI 22 October- 1 November

Siemens launched the Curiosity project at the British Science Festival last year, and what a year it has been! The Siemens team have met hundreds of amazing young people, parents and teachers and shared our knowledge and enthusiasm for STEM through workshops, games, competitions and various events. This is what a few of them had to say:

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Charlotte Hibbard, pupil, aged 14

“I’ve had a great experience on my apprenticeship with Rail Systems. Many young people are unaware of the opportunuties available to them..”

John Cookneil, Siemens apprentice

“At school I always liked maths and science, particularly physics, so when I was 15 and we had

to do some work experience I went along to a local engineering firm. I really liked the idea of applying my knowledge and understanding of science to real life problems and situations. After I finished my A levels I

applied to study electrical engineering at university and then ending up working at Siemens!””

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Wed 9 Sept, 10.00-11.00

Who wants to live forever? The quest for eternal youth is as old as time. New methods claiming to extend our lifespan regularly appear as newspaper headlines before falling out of fashion. Join our panel to explore the latest anti-ageing research, the historical development of rejuvenating therapies and the impact they have on society.


Organised by: Medical Section, British Science Association


Wed 9 Sept, 10.00-11.00

Evidence matters for learningEvidence based practice has transformed medicine, particularly in the field of surgery. Now, education is starting the same journey. Join our panel to find out how they are leading evidence based education approaches around the world and how this could unleash education equity within and between countries.


Organised by: Education Section, British Science Association


Wed 9 Sept, 10.30-11.30

The good, the bad and the ugly: alien species in a changing worldEurope is home to 12,000 non-native, or alien, species. Nearly 2000 of these are invasive, posing a threat to the environment and the economy. Join ecologist Helen Roy and a panel of invasion experts to find out how to track them down, how to predict future invasions and whether invasions are ever a good thing.


Organised by: Biology Section, British Science Association


Daytime adult eventsWednesday 9 September

Wed 9 Sept, 10.30-11.30

Why has small become so big?From high-tech to high street, nanotechnology is already used in electronics, food packaging and sports equipment. Changing the size of a material allows scientists to manipulate its inherent properties and capabilities. Join Stephen Hickey to discover the numerous properties and applications of nanomaterials and their potential to change the world.




Wed 9 Sept, 10.30-11.30

The future of fertility treatments Infertility is becoming a bigger problem as people have children later in life. However we still rely on fertility techniques dating back to the 1970s. Join Channa Jayasena to find out about the future of fertility treatments such as IVF – and Kisspeptin, the hormone that could be a game changer.


Organised by: Society for Endocrinology


Who wants to live forever?

Wed 9 Sept, 12.00-13.00

Listening for alien tweetsSETI scientists are interested in the possibility of other intelligent life and civilisations in our galaxy. How are astronomers listening for messages from the heavens, and what attempts have we made to broadcast our own signals? But most importantly, should we...? Come share your thoughts at this lively discussion event.




Wed 9 Sept, 12.30-13.30

Living with dementia: experts by experience By 2030, all of us will be affected by dementia. Find out why those directly affected should be driving the research agenda. Join our panel of people living with dementia, their family members and researchers to discuss how they are creating a better society for everyone affected by dementia.




Wed 9 Sept, 13.00-14.00

Methane leaks and Stinky BottomsSulphur-rich groundwater in the Craven Basin occurs naturally. Studies on this allows us to use stable isotopes of sulphur, oxygen and carbon to determine if the methane comes from fossil fuels or is biogenic, and hence decide if water has been polluted by fracking.


Organised by: Geology Section, British Science Association



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Wed 9 Sept, 12.45-14.00

A question of taste? A range of factors influence our perception and appreciation of the food we eat: from the chemistry of the dish to the art of the plate. Explore how our senses and surroundings combine to affect our dining experiences.


Organised by: General Section, British Science Association


Wed 9 Sept, 12.00-13.00

Do elite athletes have elite vision?Sports commentators often say the best players appear to have more time. Is this because of better vision? Hear the latest research from experts in the field and test aspects of your own vision to see if they predict your ball-catching ability. Who knows? Maybe you have the vision of an elite sports-player.

Venue: Sports Centre, University of Bradford



Wed 9 Sept, 12.00-13.00

Can maths decode infectious diseases?Influenza. Measles. Ebola. How can mathematics help to tackle these infectious diseases? Join Erin Lafferty to reveal the numerical secrets behind infection. Participate in a mini-epidemic and see how mathematics can improve health.


Organised by: London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine


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Wed 9 Sept, 14.00-15.00

Driverless vehicles: not just science fiction The technology for driverless vehicles has been available for almost a decade but to many, having driverless cars on our roads is still science fiction. Join journalist Liz Green and our panel to discuss and debate the opportunities and challenges of driverless vehicles.


Organised by: General Section, British Science Association


Wed 9 Sept, 14.00-15.00

Games for healthAll over the world people are discovering how play can improve their health. Games are being used to diagnose illnesses, aid recovery and give patients a greater ownership over their healthcare. Join experts for hands-on demonstrations and discuss the potential of games to change the future of healthcare.

Venue: Richmond C7 University of Bradford




Wed 9 Sept, 14.30-15.30

Building bridges in dementia research Over 800,000 people are living with dementia in the UK today. Dementia research has been divided into understanding the underlying causes and researching better care for people living with dementia. Join an expert panel to discover how these two research areas complement and inform each other and find out why a more rounded approach to dementia research is needed.




Wed 9 Sept, 15.00-15.45

Art and big dataMathematical relationships often underlie the aesthetic appeal of visual art. Could we have an innate visual recognition of such relationships? Join scientist Martin Brinkworth, mathematician Simon Shepherd and artist Marcus Levine, to uncover how representations of Big Data could both entertain as art and reveal useful information as science.




Wed 9 Sept, 15.00-16.00

The new human interest: emotion and journalism in the digital age Journalism has an opportunity to be more informative and engaged thanks to new forces, including technological change. But, journalists and citizens also fear the effects of technology such as polarisation. Former journalist and LSE media professor Charlie Beckett will discuss exploiting the creative power of the communications science to put the human back at the centre of news.




Liz Green: Driverless vehicles: not just science fiction

Wed 9 Sept, 16.00-17.00

General relativity: a hundred years on In 1915, Einstein first presented his theory of General Relativity. Today, physicists and cosmologists are still grappling with unanswered question such as how to reconcile Einstein’s theory with quantum physics. Join physicist John Barrow to celebrate 100 years of General Relativity and find out how important it is for understanding our universe.


Organised by: Physics Section, British Science Association



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Wed 9 Sept, 17.00-18.00

Plumbing in the deep seaThe biggest flows of matter on earth are not driven by the wind, nor carried by rivers, but occur in the deep ocean. These flows can travel for thousands of kilometres and build sediment deposits as deep as Everest is high. Join Dan Parsons to explore how these flows move and discover the challenges of studying sediments in the deep sea.


Organised by: University of Hull


Wed 9 Sept, 17.00-18.00

Leprosy: past and presentLeprosy is perhaps the most feared and misunderstood disease in human history. Even today the stigma of this disfiguring disease prevents many sufferers from seeking treatment. Explore the history of leprosy, from ancient texts and archaeological remains to modern treatments, and discover the reality of life for a 21st century leper.




Wed 9 Sept, 16.00-17.00

Underworld encounters: death and the supernatural in a Scottish caveFor more than a thousand years, prehistoric people brought their dead to imposing and inaccessible caves along Scotland’s Moray Firth. Join archaeologist Ian Armit to hear about the people that visited these remote caves and the rituals they practiced there, from violent execution to reverential display of the dead.




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Wed 9 Sept, 16.30-17.30

Diagnosing prostate cancerProstate cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide, with around 300,000 new cases each year. Its early diagnosis can prevent the disease spreading beyond the prostate. This talk seeks to explain prostate cancer diagnosis in an accessible way, including a new urine-based test currently under development at Bradford.




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The Huxley Debate: living on the planet of the machinesIn 1860, the British Science Festival (at what was then the Annual Meeting of the British Association for the Advancement of Science, now BSA) hosted one of the great debates of science. It is best remembered for “Darwin’s Bulldog” Thomas Huxley making the case for evolution via natural selection against the Lord Bishop of Oxford, Samuel Wilberforce. The showdown helped change how the world saw and engaged with a live and contested scientific issue and inspired debate for years after.

‘The Huxley Debate’ session remains one of the flagship events of the British Science Festival and this year, we turn our attention to the subject of artificial intelligence.

There’s no denying that robots are already among us - but often they look nothing like Hollywood would lead us to believe. Some of the most powerful are just algorithms or large libraries of code and they underpin our daily lives; everything from our financial services to our social networks. Should we be worried about their increasing power and what measures are in place to control them? How likely are they to ‘take over’ and how would we cope? Join our panel of experts to for this year’s Huxley Debate to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and our relationship with it.




Evening eventsWednesday 9 September

Wed 9 Sept, 18.00-22.00

Talking colourThe Society of Dyers and Colourists opens its doors for an interactive evening of colourful fun. Join us for bite-sized talks, creative activities, performances and live experiments exploring the language and psychology of colour. Uncover how we think about and talk about the colourful world around us.

Venue: Society of Dyers and Colourists




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Wed 9 Sept, 18.30-19.30

Who was the father of modern optics?’We think of Newton and Kepler as establishing our modern understanding of the nature of light, but the medieval Arabic world was full of geniuses who made remarkable discoveries. Ibn al-Haytham’s Book of Optics, written 1000 years ago, influenced many Renaissance artists, Ibn Sahl discovered Snell’s Law of Refraction more than 600 years before him, Ibn Mu’adh measured the height of the atmosphere using reflected sunlight and al-Farisi gave the first correct explanation of rainbows. Join Jim Al-Khalili as he explores these stories and characters in more depth.

Venue: Picturehouse Cinema, National Media Museum



Wed 9 Sept, 19.00-21.00

Bryony Kimmings & Tim Grayburn: fake it ‘til you make ItOne in four of us will suffer from a mental health illness in our lifetime, yet it remains a hidden condition – one that people find it very hard to talk about.

Performance artist Bryony Kimmings has created a drama out of her boyfriend’s depression. The couple met in 2013 and, about six months later, then, six months into their relationship, she discovered that he had spent years hiding severe clinical depression depressing after a breakdown at the age of 22. The show traces their relationship from its beginnings and explore the depths of Tim’s illness.

This “darkly funny, beautifully painful show” is a heart-warming celebration of the wonders and pitfalls of the human brain. Expect home-made music, silly dancing and on-stage arguments as the duo seek to unpick what it means to be a ‘real man’.

Venue: Theatre in the Mill



Wed 9 Sept, 20.15-21.15

Dallas in wonderland: adventures in science televisionFrom Mexican sewer diving to space station Soyuz launches, presenter Dallas Campbell has had more than his fair share of adventures for our viewing pleasure. Join us as he shares hair-raising tales from the frontline of science TV programme making, and talks about the challenges of bringing big science to the small screen.

Venue: Picturehouse Cinema, National Media Museum



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Thu 10 Sept, 10.00-11.00

Can we feed the world without destroying it? Rising global populations mean we need to produce 70% more food by 2050, with the planet’s resources under increasing threat. Hear remarkable new evidence from over 70 countries showing this may be possible whilst benefitting the planet, but be prepared to change the way you think about food and agriculture.


Organised by: Agriculture Section, British Science Association


Thu 10 Sept, 10.00-11.00

Skeleton safari: what do bones do?Why do penguins waddle? Can elephants run? What are kneecaps for? John Hutchinson and colleagues from the Royal Veterinary College reveal what bones teach us about soft-tissue anatomy, behaviour and evolution of animals. Manipulate and measure 3D printed bones to investigate form and function in this interactive discussion with specimens, 3D imaging and demonstrations.


Organised by: Royal Veterinary College


Thu 10 Sept, 10.00-11.00

The secret to sporting success: talent, training or technology? Whether it’s throwing a ball or wearing a helmet, technology plays a key role in sport. Bryce Dyer will explain some of the controversies surrounding high tech sporting equipment and ask whether an athlete’s training is still enough to be the difference between success and failure.


Organised by: Bournemouth University


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Thu 10 Sept, 11.00-12.00

Light: shaping the futureHow does light help us communicate? Treat diseases? Uncover the secrets of the universe?

2015 is the International Year of Light. Join experts from the worlds of science, technology and medicine to discover how light has created the world we live in and the possibilities for a brighter future.


Organised by: Institute of Physics


Thu 10 Sept, 10.00-11.00

What will my baby look like?Can we predict what a child would look like from photos of the parents? We all inherit our facial features from our mum and dad. Given the photograph of two individuals, Hassan Ugail shows how a computer algorithm can predict the appearance of their children in different stages of life.




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Thu 10 Sept, 12.00-13.00

Our shrinking brains: downsized by domesticity? Psychologist Bruce Hood presents his controversial perspective on the role of domestication and social interaction in changing the human brain over the last 20,000 years. Find out more about social development in children and the consequences of ostracism and isolation on our physical and mental health.


Organised by: Psychology Section, British Science Association


Thu 10 Sept, 12.00-13.00

Submerged servers: harvesting digital heatWe all rely on the internet, but we rarely stop to consider the environmental impact of our digital life. All internet use is powered by energy-hungry remote servers that must be constantly cooled. Join Jon Summers to discover how a revolutionary liquid-cooling technology could cut the carbon footprint of the internet.


Organised by: University of Leeds


Thu 10 Sept, 12.00-13.00

The next farming revolution?It has taken humans thousands of years to cultivate the agricultural crops that make up our diet, but could there be a new food source on the horizon? ‘Algal farming’ is in its early stages, but researchers at Swansea University are exploring how it might make a contribution to feed and food supplies for future generations.


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Thu 10 Sept, 13.00-14.00

The art of failingRather than limiting ambition, failure can drive forward scientific progress. Those who bounce back from disappointments have been found to achieve more than those whose fear restrains them. Joseph Roche will reveal how to shake off the shackles and use ‘fear of failure’ as a driver to succeed.




Thu 10 Sept, 13.00-14.00

Drone revolutionIf 2014 was the year of the selfie, then 2015 is the year of the dronie. As camera enabled drones become widespread, this talk and demonstration consider how drones are revolutionising our lives and what may be the consequences of these increasingly autonomous machines.


Organised by: University of Salford


Thu 10 Sept, 12.30-13.30

Medical mysteries: decoding our blood, brain and bones Diagnosing diseases before symptoms appear can increase our chances of preventing and treating debilitating conditions such as alzheimer’s, cancer and arthiritis. Chemical and visual biomarkers could hold the key to early diagnosis. Join our panel to discuss the challenges and opportunites of using and understanding these biomarkers.




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Thu 10 Sept, 13.00-13.30

Lewis Dartnell: The KnowledgeThe Knowledge is a grand thought experiment, and a Sunday Times Book of the Year. If the world as we know it ended, what would survivors need to start rebuilding civilisation from scratch? What is the most essential science and technology that underpins our lives, and what shortcuts could you take to accelerate redevelopment?

Venue: Waterstones


Free: No booking required for this event, please just come along

Thu 10 Sept, 14.00-14.30

Let’s talk about sexSome difficult questions are worth asking, which is why national sex surveys have been carried out since 1990. Join Soazig Clifton and Clare Tanton to undress the latest results from one of the world’s largest and most detailed scientific studies of sex, and find out how researchers collect reliable data on this private topic.


Organised by: National Surveys of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles


Thu 10 Sept, 14.00-15.00

How mini machines are keeping us safeFrom tackling terrorism to studying Mars, miniaturised machines are changing how we collect and analyse data in remote environments. Portable technology can now identify chemicals such as narcotics and explosives without sending them to a lab. Michael Hargreaves of Thermo Fisher Scientific showcases the latest handheld equipment and demonstrates the many advantages and applications of mini machines.





Thu 10 Sept, 14.30-15.30

Dish and chips: new alternatives to animal testingSilicon chips that replicate human organs? Cells grown in petri dishes? Which of these technologies will be vital to testing the medicines of the future? Join our expert panel to take a look at some of latest innovations which could offer a real alternative to the use of animals in research.


Organised by: National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research


Thu 10 Sept, 15.00-16.00

Love and war: the mathematical wayLove and war – polar opposites of the rawest of human emotions – have not always been topics for mathematicians. But the spectrum of human behaviour is full of hidden patterns which maths is uniquely placed to describe. Join Hannah Fry as she demonstrates the potential of mathematics in understanding human behaviour.


Organised by: University College London


Thu 10 Sept, 14.00-15.00

From molecules to medicineWe are in an age of rapid progress yet we still lack effective medicines to treat many devastating conditions and illnesses. How can our improved understanding of disease be translated into treatments? Join a panel of experts with a shared mission to develop safe and effective drugs and discover the science underlying drug development.




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Thu 10 Sept, 15.30-16.30

Science, religion and cinemaScience and religion are often depicted in conflict but historians are now raising doubts about this assumption. Take a unique look at the interactions between science and religion through the lens of film and cinema as we discuss the first in-depth historical study of science, religion and cinema.


Organised by: History of Science Section, British Science Association


Thu 10 Sept, 16.00-17.00

The psychology of creativityWhat exactly is creativity and where does it come from? Join psychologists to explore the nature of creativity. See demonstrations of the experiments they use to investigate this concept and its origins in the brain. Hear about the experiences of creative professionals and find out if they really are any different from the rest of us.




Thu 10 Sept, 16.30-17.30

Li-Fi: wireless data from every light bulbLi-Fi will transform the way we access information, making broadband available in hazardous situations, enabling underwater communication and underpinning future 5G and 6G networks. Join engineer Harald Haas to see li-fi in action and to find out how it could make smart cities a reality.


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Thu 10 Sept, 16.30-17.30

Underwater landscapesExplore beneath the seafloor and discover how underwater geology is changing our understanding of the Earth. Learn about the latest research on volcanic landslides and earthquakes - and the disasters they can cause. Hear about an upcoming mission to drill into the impact crater left by the meteorite that led to the demise of the dinosaurs.


Organised by: International Ocean Discovery Programme


Thu 10 Sept, 17.00-18.00

How chemistry saved the Caribbean after WWII In 1938, Jamaica and Trinidad saw shocking large scale riots. Hear how these events resulted in plans to bring new prosperity to Britain’s Caribbean colonies through new biofuel industries. Historian Sabine Clarke explores the forgotten story and examines the bigger question of how science can help developing countries.


Organised by: History of Science Section, British Science Association


Thu 10 Sept, 15.00-16.00

Living in a world without antibiotics Join us to explore the impact of today’s antibiotics becoming obsolete. Discover how this could affect your health, how scientists are working to develop innovative solutions and how you can make a difference. Find out what our panel think and take the opportunity to grill them further.


Organised by: Biology Section, British Science Association


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Thu 10 Sept, 18.00-19.00

Kathryn Harkup: A is for Arsenic Kathryn Harkup discusses her upcoming book about the poisons of Agatha Christie. The chemical and physiological characteristics of the poisons used provided vital clues to discovering the murderer in Agatha Christie’s work. Join Kathryn to celebrate the science in the books as part of the 125th anniversary of Agatha Christie’s birth.

Venue: Waterstones



Thu 10 Sept, 18.30-21.30

Lates: CSI BradfordCelebrate with us at the British Science Festival finale and turn detective at the National Media Museum. CSI Bradford will put your detective skills to the test as you take part in our interactive evening investigating the science and technology of crime fighting. Enjoy the journey into this fascinating and intriguing world and the people who work within it.

The National Media Museum Lates is a night of FREE entertainment for adults where you can relax, have fun and engage in Lightning Talks, get hands on with Play activities and be wowed by headlining shows.

Venue: National Media Museum

Organised by: National Media Museum


Thu 10 Sept, 19.00-21.00

George Egg: anarchist cook George Egg has spent the last few years devising ways of making food in hotel rooms using the equipment they unwittingly provide. Join George for this comedy show meets illustrated lecture meets cookery demonstration fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe and discover the science behind his absurd but resourceful cooking methods.

Venue: The Studio



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Thu 10 Sept, 17.00-18.00

Presidential address: why education matters more than everThe incoming President of the British Science Association, Professor Dame Athene Donald, will begin her year-long term on 10 September. Athene is a champion of diversity in science, especially better representation of women, and a well-known spokesperson on science education (she is chair of the Royal Society’s education committee).

Her Presidential address, entitled why education matters more than ever, explores whether the fact that the the English and Welsh education systems impose subject choices at an earlier stage than almost any other country has a broader impact. Athene believes it has significant consequences for what the public know - and think – about science; that it reinforces the cultural divide between scientists and non-scientists; and affects the diversity of science graduates. She will ask whether we should change how we think about education; what we can learn from the past – and how other countries tackle the issue; and how this might improve the interaction between science and the public.

Athene Donald is Professor of Experimental Physics at the University of Cambridge and the Master of Churchill College, Cambridge. She holds Honorary Doctorates from several universities including the University of Exeter and the University of Sheffield and was awarded an Honorary Fellowship of the BSA in 2014. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society and sits on their Council; she is also a Trustee of the Science Museum Group (which includes Bradford’s National Media Museum) and member of the Scientific Council of the European Research Council.



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Incoming President of the British Science Association, Professor Dame Athene Donald

W W W. B R A D F O R D . A C . U K / O P E N D AY O C TOPEN DAYSU O B 2015

Experience our Open Day

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3 October where future

thinkers apply

Book your place [email protected]

0800 073 4026

W W W. B R A D F O R D . A C . U K / O P E N D AY O C TOPEN DAYSU O B 2015

Experience our Open Day

SATURDAY

3 October where future

thinkers apply

Book your place [email protected]

0800 073 4026

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Day Time Event Page

Mon 7/Tue 8 10.00-13.00 Software workshop: data visualisation 7

Mon 7/Tue 8 14.00-17.00 Software workshop: SQL 7

Tue 8 14.00,15.00 & 16.00 Medical Simulation Centre tour 7

Tue 8 – Fri 18 09.00-17.00 International Images for Science exhibition 7

Mon 7 - Thurs 10 10.00-17.00 Mind’s eye installation 7


Workshops tours and exhibitions schedule

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Drinking in later life (p10)

Rhapsody in blue: the story of the blue LED

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From Bombay to Bradford (p12)

Follow the leader: the social lives of animals

and humans (p8)

Live coding: creating languages for making

music (p4)

Voices from the past (p9)

Life’s greatest secret (p10)

The hidden landscapes of Stonehenge (p10)

Tracking viral infections (p11)

Order within chaos: big data and weather forecasting (p11)

The Lego Movie 3D film (p13)

At home with Ice Age hunters (p8)

Climate wars and how to prevent them (p9)

Peatlands and environmental change

(p11)

Algorave: music collider (p13)

The microfossil’s guide to the galaxy (p8)

New frontiers: deep sea biology (p9)

Capturing motion (p9)

The Rosetta mission: before the bounce and

beyond (p10)

Molecules and manuscripts: the

unwritten biographies of books (p11)

The evolution of hip hop (p13)

The many faces of cybercrime (p8)

What does death smell like? (p9)

The secret chemistry of art (p4)

Doggedly different (p10)

General Election 2015: Bradford at the polls

(p11)

Laughter is the best medicine (p12)

DON’T MISS: The X-Change, supported by Siemens 12.30 – 13.30 every day at the Atrium

For workshops and tours please see page 39

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Why we should be mindful of Mindfulness

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How do you solve a problem like nuclear

power? (p4)

The ugly truth: what do our cities really need

(p14)

Can we secure our energy future? (p15)

New type, old type (p16)

Advanced airports, on-time ambulances

(p17)

The Z List Dead List: Med List (p18)

Born in Bradford: parks, pollution and play (p14)

Tetris and brain imaging: vaccinating against PTSD (p15)

Protest Camps (p15)

Demons: testing the limits of knowledge

(p16)

Does the financial sector do more harm

than good? (p16)

Engineering for speed: Guy Martin vs gravity

(p17)

Targeting tumours (p14)

Does hair hold the secret to wound

healing? (p15)

Dinosaur behaviour: recreating lost worlds

(p16)

Physical acoustics (p17)

Digital health reception (p17)

Why Facebook won’t get you any more

friends (p14)

Inside the schizophrenic brain

(p15)

Exercising in later life: the view from the social

sciences (p16)

Time: the key to really understanding our lives

(p17)

Women and the trouble with science

(p18)

Fossil hunting from the skies (p14)

The life and death of Richard III (p15)

Who owns outer space? (p5)

100 years of tear gas (p16)

The air in Saltaire (p17)

Transformations; North Parade after dark (p19)

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Who wants to live forever? (p22)

The invisible world below your feet: fracking,

geology and you (p5)

A question of taste? (p23)

Games for health (p24)

General relativity: a hundred years on (p25)

Bryony Kimmings & Tim Grayburn: Fake it ‘til

you Make It (p27)

Evidence matters for learning (p22)

Listening for alien tweets (p23)

Building bridges in dementia research

(p24)

Diagnosing prostate cancer (p25)

Dallas in wonderland: adventures in science

television (p27)

Alien species in a changing world (p22)

Can maths decode infectious diseases?

(p23)

Methane leaks and Stinky Bottoms (p23)

Art and big data (p24)

Plumbing in the deep sea (p25)

Talking colour (p26)

The future of fertility treatments (p22)

Do elite athletes have elite vision? (p23)

Driverless vehicles: not just science fiction (p24)

Emotion and journalism in the digital age (p24)

Leprosy: past and present (p25)

Who was the father of modern optics? (p27)

Why has small become so big? (p22)

Living with dementia: experts by experience

(p23)

The coming of age of plastic electronics (p5)

Underworld encounters (p25)

The Huxley Debate (p26)


For workshops and tours please see page 39 For workshops and tours please see page 39

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Can we feed the world without destroying it?

(p28)

Light: shaping the future (p28)

Medical mysteries: decoding our blood,

brain and bones (p29)

From molecules to medicine (p30)

Living in a world without antibiotics (p31)

How chemistry saved the Caribbean after

WWII (p31)

Skeleton safari: what do bones do? (p28)

Game of clones (p5)

The art of failing (p29)

Let’s talk about sex (p30)

Science, religion and cinema (p31)

Why education matters more than ever (p33)

The secret to sporting success (p28)

Our shrinking brains: downsized by

domesticity? (p29)

Drone revolution (p29)

How mini machines are keeping us safe (p30)

The psychology of creativity (p31)

A is for Arsenic (p32)

Submerged servers: harvesting digital heat

(p29)

The Knowledge (p30)

Dish and chips: new alternatives to animal

testing (p30)

Li-Fi: wireless data from every light bulb

(p31)

Lates: CSI Bradford (p32)

What will my baby look like? (p28)

The next farming revolution? (p29)

Love and war: the mathematical way

(p30)

Underwater landscapes (p31)

George Egg: anarchist cook (p32)

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