May 2006
The Dana Pub Guide to: Robots
2 May 2006, 19:00 - 20:30
Roll up, roll up! Marvel at a demonstration of the delights of robotics; nod sagely as scientists let you inspect their cunning inventions; and squeal with glee as a robot you have assembled joins a real robot menagerie.
DECIDE: The origin of stem cells
3 May 2006, 18:30 - 20:30
Stem-cell treatment offers hope for people suffering from degenerative diseases. But where should we source stem cells from? Is it wrong to take them from embryos? And are adult stem cells a viable alternative? Explore these issues by playing DECIDE.
The Politics of Science
4 May 2006, 19:00 - 20:30
Where does science end and politics begin when governments legislate on thorny topics such as bio-terriorism? What about stem cells, or intelligent design? Get behind the scenes of US science policy-making with Michael Stebbins and compare with UK perspectives.
Personalised Medicine: Cure or quandary?
9 May 2006, 19:00 - 20:30
Imagine being prescribed personalised' medicines, specific to your genetic make-up. Would this mean safer, more effective treatment, or could it result in a host of ethical problems when your DNA is scanned?
Subtle Science Short Story Challenge
10 May 2006, 19:30 - 21:30
Are you a fiction-writer searching for new ideas and new characters? Discover the goldmine of topics, ideas and images that science provides and get your story published in a leading online publication.
Military Robots
11 May 2006, 19:00 - 00:00
Future generations of soldiers may not be human. Find out how research into robotics is changing the battlefield and discuss what effect this will have for those at the sharp end of war.
Creative Cyborgs
16 May 2006, 19:00 - 22:00
How have computers become an increasingly significant part of our imaginative and physical being? Come face to face with natural-born cyborgs as we explore how computer technology impacts on us and our creativity.
Van Gogh: Method in his madness?
17 May 2006, 19:00 - 20:30
It has long been thought that there is a fine line between creativity and insanity. Great artists such as Van Gogh and Michelangelo suffered from mental illness, but does it really aid creativity? Is madness the only way to true originality?
So you want to be a brain surgeon?
18 May 2006, 19:00 - 21:00
Have you ever wanted to be a brain surgeon? Well, best to practise with jelly or eggs first. Join our team of surgeons to find out how brain surgery is performed and try out your skills.
Cybersonica Festival
19 May 2006, 11:00 - 23:00
Cybersonica is back. Now in its fifth year, the festival is a celebration of audiovisual performance and sonic arts a meeting point for digital artists, musicians, software developers and anyone interested in contemporary audiovisual experimentation.
Cybersonica Festival
20 May 2006, 11:00 - 20:30
Cybersonica is back. Now in its fifth year, the festival is a celebration of audiovisual performance and sonic arts a meeting point for digital artists, musicians, software developers and anyone interested in contemporary audiovisual experimentation.
Football Fever
25 May 2006, 18:30 - 22:00
In the run-up to the World Cup, the BA, EDAB and the Dana Centre are putting on an evening of events investigating the scientific aspects of the beautiful game. Join us to get excited about this global football phenomenon.
Punk Science: News review
30 May 2006, 19:00 - 20:30
This new comedy show takes an irreverent look at the science stories hitting the headlines this month. Blending stand-up comedy with music, spoof and multimedia, the Punk Scientists bring you the cutting-edge, the controversial and the quirky.
Hearing Colours, Seeing Sounds
31 May 2006, 19:00 - 20:30
Would you describe a B played on the cello as a dark shape made of synthetic fur? Is D sharp like a fluid burst of colour, trailing sparkles? Join musicians, scientists and artists to discover the world of synaesthesia.