The University of the West of Scotland is inviting you to an exciting evening of science at their Lanarkshire Campus, packed with hands-on activities and fascinating discoveries!

Venue: University of West Scotland Lanarkshire campus, Stephenson Place, Hamilton International Technology Park, Technology Avenue, South Lanarkshire, G72 0LH Lanarkshire, G72 0LH
Date: Thurs 12th June
Time: 4pm - 7pm
Booking: Booking required through this UWS eventbrite link
Cost: Free

What's On

- Create your own DNA bracelet, blow giant monster bubbles, and discover the science behind bath bombs as you make your own.

- Step into the shoes of a scientist with fun experiments using your hair, leaves, and orange juice - Try out forensic techniques, just like in C.S.I.

- Explore the campus on a 'bird' spotting adventure and encounter a variety of marine and terrestrial creatures, from praying mantises to tiny amoebae, and learn about their amazing behaviours.

- Dive into biomedical science by testing your athletic abilities with our Sports Science team—see how high you can jump, test your putting skills, experience gait analysis, and measure your peak cycling power. Don’t miss the chance to visit UWS’s state-of-the-art Environmental Chamber, used to train elite athletes.

- Discover the science behind lung health and even hear your own blood pumping in your body.

- Join the paramedic science team to study your breathing and circulation and pick up valuable life-saving CPR skills.

- Uncover the theory behind computer animation and learn why microwaves are used for more than just reheating your soup.


This exciting event is brought to you by researchers from University of West Scotland's School of Health and Life Sciences and the School of Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences. Don't miss out on a fun-filled evening of science.

First published: 29 April 2025