Transforming Mathematics & Chemistry into Knitted Art According to Alexander Crum Brown

Published: 30 April 2024

Work together to knit sodium chloride, University of Glasgow ARC, Thurs 13th June, 5:30-7:30pm, Booking required, Free

Come and join us for a knit-along evening creating models inspired by eminent chemist and mathematician, Alexander Crum Brown. During the evening, we would like knitters to contribute towards a group knitting project – the creation of a rock salt (sodium chloride) unit cell – inspired by Alexander Crum Brown to be later displayed at the University of Glasgow. If time permits, knitters will be able to explore other mathematics-chemistry Crum Brown inspired knitting. Yarn and patterns will be provided but please bring needles - size 4mm. Spaces are limited for this event; booking is essential.

Venue: University of Glasgow, Advanced Research Centre (ARC), 11 Chapel Lane, Glasgow, G11 6EW
Date: Thurs 13th June
Time: 5.30-7.30pm
Booking: Booking required through this GSF BookItBee Link
Cost: Free
Age: Over 18's only


First published: 30 April 2024