Edinburgh

Explorathon in Edinburgh

Engaging Edinburgh Online

Science beamed into every house in the capital, meet the researchers who push the frontiers in our beloved city. Join us for a smorgasbord of enticing online events and content to celebrate EU Researchers Night 2020 in Edinburgh.

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Research Bites

Bite size portions of research from Heriot-Watt University.

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Virtually Explore: Science & Engineering

Find out about science & engineering research at The University of Edinburgh

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Atomic Architects

Find out what a 2D crystal is, how it is made and how it can be used in the future

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Mental Health Data Science Scotland

Find out about Mental Health Data Science

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Institute of Genetics & Molecular Medicine

Find out what goes on inside the IGMM
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Scottish Seabird Centre

Find out about the impacts of climate change on the ocean
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The Lyell Centre

Find out about the earth and marine research happening at the Lyell Centre

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Wellcome Centre for Cell Biology

Find out about research into living systems at the molecular level

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Beltane Network

The Beltane Public Engagement Network is a partnership between Edinburgh Napier University, Heriot-Watt University, Queen Margaret University and The University of Edinburgh. The mission of the Beltane Network is to support and advance a culture of public engagement with research at its partner universities.

Heriot-Watt University

Learn more about Public Engagement at Heriot-Watt University

University of Edinburgh

Learn more about Public Engagement at the University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh Napier University

Learn more about Public Engagement at Edinburgh Napier University

Queen Margaret University

Learn more about Public Engagement at Queen Margaret University

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All Edinburgh Events

XX Factor

XX Factor

Saturday 21 November 2020 5:00 pm - Saturday 28 November 2020 7:00 pm

They have 3 minutes to convince you who is the most inspirational female researcher.

If you missed the live event of Sat 21st watch here! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjOhx6N2Xlrl0RR8FdQcHnfCfHM7m6feC

 
ChatSci – 23rd Nov

ChatSci – 23rd Nov

Monday 23 November 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join an Edinburgh based researcher to discuss their work or something they find interesting in science. All in accessible terms thanks to our strictly  “No Jargon” rule!
Pecha Kucha @ Explorathon

Pecha Kucha @ Explorathon

Tuesday 24 November 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Meaning “chit chat” in Japanese, join some of Scotland’s researchers at this fast-paced and lively event showcasing research projects happening right now.
Pecha Kucha @ Explorathon

Pecha Kucha @ Explorathon

Wednesday 25 November 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Meaning “chit chat” in Japanese, join some of Scotland’s researchers at this fast-paced and lively event showcasing research projects happening right now.
Scottish Research Showcase

Scottish Research Showcase

Friday 27 November 2020 9:00 am - Friday 27 November 2020 6:00 pm

Be inspired by viewing the Scottish Research Showcase, taking place on Twitter all day!
Newbattle Trail

Newbattle Trail

Friday 27 November 2020 - Monday 1 February 2021

Follow Ted’s woodland trail at Newbattle!
Kitchen Science!

Kitchen Science!

Friday 27 November 2020 - Monday 1 February 2021

Lots of experiments for young scientists to get involved in at home!
The Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas @ The Stand – 28th Nov

The Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas @ The Stand – 28th Nov

Saturday 28 November 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Take three top academics, three dangerous ideas, add one comedian and it’s the force of nature that is the Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas (CODI).

 
ChatSci – 28th Nov

ChatSci – 28th Nov

Saturday 28 November 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join an Edinburgh based researcher to discuss their work or something they find interesting in science. All in accessible terms thanks to our strictly  “No Jargon” rule!
The Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas @ The Stand – 29th Nov

The Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas @ The Stand – 29th Nov

Sunday 29 November 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Take three top academics, three dangerous ideas, add one comedian and it’s the force of nature that is the Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas (CODI).
Pacific Film4Gender Film Screening and Q&A

Pacific Film4Gender Film Screening and Q&A

Tuesday 1 December 2020 7:00 am

Join us for an online screening and Q&A with participatory films made in the Pacific which support gender equality and highlight community-led responses to gender-based violence.