The programme for this year’s Dundee Science Festival has been unveiled from a nitrogen oxide ice block.
The celebration of all things science will take place between Saturday October 28 and Sunday November 12.
More than 30 events demonstrating things such as the science behind fireworks, the history of medicine and how plastics will survive the end of days.
The family-friendly festival is now in its eighth year and two of the most popular participants, Dr David Wharton and Dr David Foley, return to this year’s event with their explosive display called Big Bang: The Rocket Men Show on Tuesday November 7.
Before that, a Horrible Histories of Medicine show will take place on Sunday October 29, detailing gruesome tales from surgeries of yesteryear, as well as how modern technological improvements in the field have resulted in much more pleasant hospital stays today.
On Saturday November 4, an exploration of the practical science inspired by literary classic Gullivar’s Travels will blow-up participants to the size of a giant, offering visitors the chance to see just how small the planet is.
A collaboration between the NeOn digital arts and science festivals will focus on fashions of the past, digital embroidery and a demonstration of how plastics will outlive the human race.
Paul Strachan, festivals and community engagement officer at the Dundee Science Centre said: “As we welcome the eighth Dundee Science Festival, we’ve got a fantastic line-up of exciting and inspiring events for Dundee communities to get involved in, and enjoy.
“There really is something for everyone, from inquisitive tiny tots and tech savy teenagers to adults looking to explore a particular subject.
“The festival aims to engage everyone, regardless of their age, background and interests, with all community events free and accessible to all.”
Three, special family fun days will also run on each of the weekends throughout the festival and those visiting events at the Dundee Science Centre will receive 50% off their admission price.
A full programme of events, including venue locations and ticket price information, will be available shortly on the dundeesciencefestival.org website.
