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The Science of Story Telling
In celebration of the Edinburgh International Science Festival’s 25th birthday, the Festival has commissioned a collection of short stories exploring the issues surrounding Bio Medicine. Bio-Punk: Stories from the Far Side of Research will be a unique opportunity to hear these stories read aloud and participate in a debate with award-winning authors Dilys Rose and Justina Robson and talks from sociologist of science at The University of Edinburgh, Dr Jane Calvert, and Professor Bruce Whitelaw, Head of Division at Edinburgh’s Roslin Institute.
By Kirsten Cowie on Fri 05 April 2013
Could you make the biggest scientific discovery of the next 25 years?
Armies of amateurs are carrying out ground breaking research on an unprecedented scale and transforming the way we think about science. Over the past two weeks the Edinburgh International Science Festival has celebrated turning 25 by looking to the future, anticipating what advances in science and technology the next quarter century of may offer. One predication seems undeniable; the future of science will rely on the participation of remarkable citizen scientists, just like you!
By Kirsten Cowie on Thu 04 April 2013
Radio 5 Live at the Science Festival Again
Radio 5 Live’s Richard Bacon show was broadcast live from the Edinburgh International Science Festival yesterday.
By Laura Bain on Thu 04 April 2013
Sourcing Future Innovations
Advances in technology and ideas such as crowdsourced science projects are changing the face of scientific development and discovery and this has implications for those working in the field as well as those trying to predict what will happen next.
By Laura Bain on Tue 02 April 2013
Challenging your taste buds
Looking at the future of food has been one of the key themes of the 25th Science Festival and this continues into our second week…
By Laura Bain on Sat 30 March 2013
Become a Maker at the Edinburgh Mini Maker Faire!
Ever wanted to know how to sew your own cushions, create a musical instrument from scratch or engineer a working circuit board? Scotland’s first Mini Maker Faire is offering you the chance to become a Maker! Enthusiasts, geeks, tinkerers, makers, engineers and artists, young and old, will mingle, show off their work and share their skills at Edinburgh’s Mini Maker Faire on Sunday April 7th.
By Kirsten Cowie on Fri 29 March 2013
Expedition Botanics - A Malaysian adventure in Edinburgh
Expedition Botanics launched today at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. A fantastic family adventure offering the chance to get your own expedition passport stamped as you move through the different challenges.
By Laura Bain on Fri 29 March 2013
Beginning to learn about brains
Today saw the first of Richard Wiseman’s ‘Beginners guide to...’ events during the 2013 Science Festival as he was joined by Professor Colin Blakemore, Professor of Neuroscience at the University of Oxford, for a look at the brain during a lunchtime session at the National Museum of Scotland.
By Laura Bain on Mon 25 March 2013
The most important toaster in the universe (probably).
Calling himself "a designer (of a more speculative sort)", Royal School of Arts graduate Thomas Thwaites’ work is characterised by the thoughtful exploration of the science and technology behind our everyday lives. He has ventured into the worlds of amateur geneticists’ and modern criminals in an attempt to engage audiences in discussions about complex social issues.
By Kirsten Cowie on Tue 19 March 2013
A Trip to Sweden
Back in August, we travelled to Sweden to visit Teknikens Hus, who are based in Luleå and are the northernmost science centre in the country.
By Joan Davidson and Laura McLister on Wed 14 November 2012