Language Taster: Traditional Flavors & Recipes in Catalonia, Spain & Italy

Join us for an interactive workshop to discover the origin & traditions around popular dishes enjoyed in Catalonia, Spain & Italy.

Saturday 20 September 2025 11:00 am

Online Early Careers Research Sessions

Researchers at SAMS will contribute to  remote class sessions for school learners about their research and journey into their respective fields. Topics for this are flexible, depending on suitable dates. This can include diving into research on:

• Marine mammals
• Oceanography
• Development of marine robotics
• Seaweed and algae
• Microbiology
• Marine policy and conservation

Wednesday 26 March 2025 9:00 am

For the Love of Whales

In collaboration with Developing the Young Workforce, Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust, British Divers Marine Life Rescue and Whale and Dolphin Conservation, SAMS is organising cetacean themed events, for the rural High Schools of Tobermory, Isle of Mull, and the Isle of Tiree. This will provide a holistic perspective of marine mammals on the West coast of Scotland, through many different activities, based on the research of SAMS and HWDT, alongside citizen science contributions.

Monday 1 September 2025 9:00 am

Girls do Physics

The Girls Do Physics event at SAMS is designed to inspire and empower underrepresented genders in physics-based roles by introducing them to the exciting world of marine research and careers. Participants will explore how physics is applied in oceanography, climate science, and marine technology through interactive workshops, hands-on experiments, and discussions with leading scientists. This event aims to break down barriers, showcase diverse career pathways, and encourage the next generation of physicists to consider the vital role physics plays in understanding and protecting our climate and ocean.

Wednesday 28 May 2025 9:00 am

Fakery, forgery and Robert Burns

Discover the trial of ‘Antique’ Smith, accused of forging Burns manuscripts, and try your hand at aging paper and quill writing in our workshop.

Sunday 22 September 2024 2:00 pm

Museum of Anatomy Showcase

Visit this exciting new showcase of the Museum of Anatomy, based in the Thomson Building on the main campus at the University of Glasgow.

Friday 22 September 2023 2:00 pm

The Lego Challenge – Can you repeat that?

How do researchers ensure their work is reproducible, useful and accessible to society? This interactive workshop will use everyone’s favourite construction toy – Lego!

Sunday 17 September 2023 11:00 am