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"Don't just tell people about science, show them. "
A new partnership with the Royal Institution .  



Have you ever been to a Royal Institution Christmas Lecture? Have you ever visited the unique Faraday Theatre at the Royal Institution? Well now you can from your own home, because Pfizer has joined up with the Royal Institution to bring you the very latest lectures from the RI in webcast form!

The Royal Institution put on a programme of lectures throughout the year for all school ages and through sponsorship from pfizer are now broadcasting these over the internet via webcasts. Throughout the school year exciting science lectures, chosen for their curriculum relevance, will be webcast live. They will then be archived, allowing them to become a valuable resource for teachers to access at any time.

By webcasting the lectures, the RI can take its Events for Schools programme to a wider audience across and the country, and indeed the world! Follow the link on the right to view some of these fascinating talks, which can be found in the archive. Below is a brief overview of some of them.

Ever seen Dr Bunhead on BBC's Blue Peter or Sky One's Brainiac?

Well now he will help you explore the way in which materials can change through demonstrations including spontaneously combusting jelly babies, banana hammers and exploding hot water bottels. All this and more in his Exploding Energy Show.

Primary School



Why skydivers trust science

Dr Basil Singer will help you realise the importance of science to skydivers, skateboarders and breakdancers alike. Investigate the mechanics of extreme sports with some interactive demonstrastions and videos.

Key Stage 3



All About You

Learn all about your genes and what they can do. What can they tell you about your future? Could you really create a baby to your exact specifications? What are these stem cells scientists are so excited about? Find out all this and more in the Genetic Technologies lecture.

Key Stage 4



So many to choose from, so little time...

Develop your understanding of the science and controversies surrounding the latest scientific developments. There are a wide variety of lectures covering A Level Biology and Chemistry that are sure to provide some intriguing insights.

Sixth Form

 
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