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Theme: Science out of the Lab

Science shapes our everyday lives in unexpected ways. Discover how - from the physics of penalty kicks to the new perspectives offered by drone technology - in these exciting science events.

What's on

Tue
16
Jun

Drone Society

Discover all about wearable drones and drone artists, and explore why if 2014 was the year of the ‘selfie’, 2015 is the year of the ‘Dronie’.

Tue
9
Jun

Secrets of Penalty Kicks

An interactive demonstration using the latest eye tracking technology. Explore the secrets behind performing football penalty kicks and test your skills as both the goalkeeper and the penalty taker.

Sat
6
Jun

Goalball Taster Session

Join York St John’s Goalball team for a taster session.

Sat
30
May

Science Out of the Lab

Come along to this hands-on, interactive event which will bring local scientists and their research out onto the streets of York.

Fri
29
May

Science Out of the Lab

Come along to this hands-on, interactive event which will bring local scientists and their research out onto the streets of York.

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