DIYBio UK Summit
DIYBio UK Summit
Location: MadLab
Description: Citizen scientists are invited to the first ever UK summit on “DIY biology”: this growing movement takes biology out of the ivory tower and into the hands of everyone!
Date: 29-10-2011
Start Time: 10:00
End Time: 18:00
- DIYbio MCR Summit
The First UK DIYBio Summit
29th-30th October, Madlab
Citizen scientists are invited to the first ever UK summit on “DIY biology”: this growing movement takes biology out of the ivory tower and into the hands of everyone! We’ll bring together a diverse group of leading scientists and curious amateurs to share expertise and experiences. (more…)
Microbiology and art competition – call for entries
Art provides an opportunity for visualisation and communication of science…
During the Manchester Science Festival 2011, MadLab will be hosting its first science themed exhibition, on the subject of Microbiology and Art (Oct 20 – Nov 11). Items on display will include a range of different representations of links between microbiology and art – photography, jewellery, embroidery, music, painting and so on – produced by science students from MMU. In addition, the Manchester Microbe Map, produced by the intrepid members of DIYBIOMCR will be on display alongside the MMU AIDS banner, and an open call for work.
Take part in the exhibition
Here’s how. (more…)
DIYBIO Octopus Dissection Workshop
DIYBIO Octopus Dissection Workshop
Location: MadLab
Description: Learn about the wondrous cephalopod – the octopus by looking inside with an expert
Date: 11-09-2011
Start Time: 11:00
End Time: 17:00
Booking: Essential, places limited
Octopuses are highly intelligent creatures. Find out more about these amazing animals with Dr Brian Degger at the DIY dissection workshop. You will get a unique insight and appreciation of this organism that only dissection can bring. No science experience necessary, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to wield a scalpel.