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Sharing the Wonders of Space

27 September 2024

Dr Sheila Kanani is an astronomer, who works as the Royal Astronomical Society’s Education, Outreach and Diversity Officer.

School children in Life Science Centre's mobile planetarium during an outreach eventr.
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Space is not just for super-special people from somewhere else

27 September 2024

As Director of Science Engagement at Durham University, Dr Peter Edwards role is bring the wonders of the universe to classrooms across the North.

James Webb Space Telescope
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If you have a passion for space, you’ll never lose it

26 September 2024

Dr David Rosario is an observational astronomer based in Newcastle. In our latest blog he talks about his involvement in the James Webb Telescope.

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Is it illegal to save our planet?

18 September 2024

The latest Science Speakeasy debate, Climate Criminals, is on 19 September, and examines the very topical issue of environmental activism.

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Would you live in a house built with fungi?

12 September 2024

Jane Scott, from Newcastle University's Living Textiles Research Group, is exploring how we can use nature’s innovations to solve global challenges.

External photo of Life logo in front of Times Square
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Statement from Life in response to far-right protests

9 August 2024

Since opening nearly 25 years ago, the International Centre for Life has been a place where science lives and grows.

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Enjoy the outdoors whatever the weather at Life Science Centre

1 August 2024

Enjoying a summer’s day whatever the weather… by moving the outdoors, indoors!

Science Speakeasy Mind Games
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Meet Professor Nic Whitton

9 July 2024

Nic Whitton is one of the panellists at our Science Speakeasy Mind Games, which examines the links between video games and mental health.

Father And Son At The Entrance To The Mock Up International Space Station.
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Visitors to Life Science Centre to help with vital space research

3 July 2024

Visitors to Life can take part in a scientific study which could help astronauts on the next mission to the Moon.