Spotlight on... Space - Centre For Life

To celebrate World Space Week, we’re putting the spotlight on space.

Science and research into space makes a difference to our lives here on Earth. During this special one-day event, we’ll be exploring how North East scientists and engineers are using space technology to keep an eye on our wonderful planet.

Scientists from the universities of Newcastle, Northumbria, Durham and Teesside, plus some of the exciting companies working in the North East space sector, will be on hand to share their knowledge and passion, and answer questions.

All included in your science centre ticket. This event will run in addition to the usual exhibits and activities.

Included in science centre admission

Adult (age 18 and over) £14.25

Concession (Over 65s, Students, Unemployed) £13.25

Child (age 3 to 17) £10.50

Child (age 2 and under) FREE

Carer FREE

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Highlights include:

Launch your own stomp rockets

Be a citizen scientist and help to identify archaeology sites from the skies

Create your own origami animals and discover how North East scientists are monitoring the polar regions using satellites

Play ‘spot the difference’ between images taken from satellites

This event is supported by our partners

Meet the expert series

At Life, we regularly invite scientists and STEM professionals from universities and other organisations to meet and talk with visitors

It’s a chance for our visitors to ask questions, learn about what different scientists do on a day-to-day basis, how they got into their chosen field, and maybe even help them with their research.

For scientists and STEM professionals, it’s a chance to engage the public with their work, spread knowledge and awareness and perhaps gather some data.

If you’re a scientist or STEM professional, and interested in getting involved, ask a member of the Life team for details when you’re here, or email info@life.org.uk