Newcastle Science Festival

ScienceFest 2012
Delve into the world of sleep science, optical illusions and taste tests at Newcastle ScienceFest – a series of special events across the city.» More...
Family Weekender
Meet Bjorn - an incredibly life-like, playful puppet at the ScienceFest Family Weekender at Centre for Life.» More...
Great Late Night
Learn all about what makes our world wonderful and meet live animals such as lizards, snakes, spiders and more at this special Late Night opening of the museum.» More...
Pop Up Gallery
An empty shop in Eldon Square will be transformed into a pop up gallery for the duration of ScienceFest and beyond.» More...
Saturday Night Science
Discover everything you ever wanted to know about the chemistry of a night out. From putting on aftershave or perfume to the molecules of sexual attraction.» More...
Cutting-Edge Research
Three of the region’s top scientists have been invited to share their work as part of a special evening to celebrate the diversity of world-class research taking place in North East England.» More...
Designing the Dynamic
From golf balls that travel straighter, to swimsuits that help you swim faster, this free exhibition explores equipment, clothing and footwear that improve athletes’ performance. more.» More...
Closing Party: Secrets and Lies
A noir-inspired evening of trickery, tomfoolery, secrets and lies. Sip gin, listen to jazz and discover a world of code-breaking, micro-expressions, conspiracy theories and poker faces.» More...

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