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Life’s open air ice rink got a sprinkle of pixie dust when stars from the Peter Pan production at the Tyne Theatre took to the ice.
News
Peter Pan brings a touch of Neverland magic to Life’s outdoor ice rink

27 November 2023

Life’s open air ice rink got a sprinkle of pixie dust when stars from the Peter Pan production at the Tyne Theatre took to the ice.

Newcastle Uni Figure Skating Society gathered for a group photo.
News
Seasonal skaters rock at Life’s outdoor ice rink 

15 November 2023

Figure skaters from Newcastle University brought a dose of Christmas cheer to Life’s open air ice rink.

A family in the planetarium watching What Santa Sees
Family fun
Out of this world festive journey to the stars

13 October 2023

Children can explore the wonders of what Santa, in a captivating 360-degree dome show, which is part of Life’s festive package.

Hayley King, a panellist at Life's fertility speakeasy, alongside her two donor conceived twins.
Adult event
Unlocking genetic heritage: Fitting into our Genes event marks 18-year milestone for donor-conceived individuals

26 September 2023

A donor-conceived woman who used a donor for the birth of her twins, is part of an adult-only event that marks milestone in donor legislation.

The Life team on stage at the North East Tourism Awards 2023.
Accessibility and Inclusion
Life Science Centre recognised for work on accessibility at North East Tourism Awards

3 April 2023

Life took the top spot in the Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Award category at the North East Tourism Awards.

Santa sat looking up in Life Science Centre's Planetarium
News
Life’s creative Christmas fulldome show goes global

3 December 2024

A festive 360° fulldome show produced by Life is gaining international attention after being bought by planetaria across the world.

Z along with David in front of large replica of planet Earth, holding ASDC Award.
News
Prestigious National Award for Life’s Autism Ambassador

19 November 2024

A teenager who is an autism ambassador, helping to make the centre welcoming for visitors with sensory needs, has been awarded a national accolade.

Joe McElderry with figure skaters at Life Science Centre's ice rink launch event.
What's on
Skating into Christmas as Joe McElderry launches Life’s outdoor ice rink

9 November 2024

X Factor winner Joe McElderry brought an X-tra dash of showbiz glitter to Newcastle’s Times Square, as he officially opened Life’s annual ice rink.

Animated dinosaur meeting visitors during live science show at Life Science Centre.
What's on
Dinosaurs back at Life Science Centre for one week only!

16 October 2024

T-Rex and baby dinosaurs are about to stalk Life this October half term in a show that will take families on an exciting journey to prehistoric times.

Professor Robert Wicks is a space scientist at Northumbria University in Newcastle.
Blog
Space Technology – the next industrial revolution

14 October 2024

Robert Wicks leads the Northumbria Space Technology Laboratory, where UK space companies collaborate with academics to develop new technologies.

News
Life launches World Space Week with key regional players in space industry 

4 October 2024

Today, we launched World Space Week with North East Mayor Kim McGuinness and Elaine Scott from Space North East England.

News
Prestigious International Accolade for Life’s Chief Executive Linda Conlon

30 September 2024

Linda Conlon, Chief Executive of the International Centre for Life in Newcastle, has been honoured with the ultimate accolade from the ASTC.

European Woman Hiding Face Under The Clothes. She Is Oulling Sweater On Her Head.
Blog
Don’t be scared to fail

27 September 2024

Who can get involved in space exploration? A student from Teesside? Or a woodturner from Hartlepool?

Andromeda Spiral Galaxy On A Starry Night
Blog
Experimenting with Universes

27 September 2024

It’s one thing to observe a universe. But how do you experiment on it? Professor Carlos Frenk explains his research.