February 2009
War of the Sexes
4 February 2009, 19:00 - 20:45
Multitasking, map-reading, expressing emotions, parallel parking… in the battle of the sexes there’s been mud slinging on both sides. Are men and women really all that different? Join us as we unpick the stereotypes and devise experiments that delve into the supposed gender divide.
Emotional Contagion
5 February 2009, 19:00 - 20:45
Working with scientists, technologists and art curators, artist Tina Gonsalves explores how we infect each other with our emotions. Enjoy the latest prototype from the CHAMELEON research group that reveals our constant immersion in a rhythmic exchange of emotions affecting body and mind.
Sunken Treasures
10 February 2009, 19:00 - 20:45
Our vast seas are more mysterious than the dark side of the Moon. But armed with new technologies, explorers are discovering there’s plenty up for grabs at the bottom of the oceans. Join us as we dive in and explore the fortunes and frontiers of the murky realm.
Feel the Flavour
11 February 2009, 19:00 - 20:45
Could you be a supertaster? Take a titillating taste test to salivate and see… Investigate how your age, genetics and environment affect how you taste. What about taste-bud training? Make your mouth water with scientists and rediscover your sense of flavour.
An Experiment in Kissing
12 February 2009, 19:00 - 21:00
Artist Charlie Murphy and her kissing scientists are collecting kisses to explore the intricate dialogues and experiences of intimacy. Contribute your ‘kiss casts’ to this amazing ‘kiss-in' experiment to learn more about your unique expressions of desire.
Veggie Might
17 February 2009, 19:00 - 20:45
Could going veggie save the planet?Some experts say encouraging vegetarianism is our best bet for curbing climate change, but we’re munching more meat than ever. Join us as we explore if your carnivorous cravings are affecting our planetary health.
Dinner@Dana: Eyewitnesses to Evolution
18 February 2009, 18:30 - 20:30
Richard Fortey, palaeontologist and bestselling science writer, shares his passion for trilobites. These creatures survived 300 million years of evolution and their fossilised remains are now invaluable tools for calibrating geological time itself.
Rescheduled: Sinful Science
19 February 2009, 19:00 - 20:45
Can science ever be described as sinful? Where does the buck stop when scientific research turns to the dark side? Join us as we explore whether scientists should follow their curiosity endlessly or be mindful of which stones they turn over and who is watching.
Total Control! Martial Arts and Science
24 February 2009, 19:00 - 20:45
Follow the path from the tranquillity of a meditating mind to the explosive force of a tuned body. Martial artists transcend normal limits, master momentum and balance brain function. Join us for a live demo of deadly technique and learn about the science of kicking ass.
Science Museum Lates
25 February 2009, 18:45 - 22:00
Dana decamps to the Science Museum as it opens its doors for an adults-only late-night extravaganza. Come and play in our newest galleries, and have a drink with friends.
Eat Leaner, Live Longer?
26 February 2009, 19:00 - 20:45
Does eating less make us live longer? Research suggests so, but why? Does an extended existence of curbing calories appeal? Or are there more appetising options that will let you live it up for longer? Explore the latest on longevity.