The British Science Festival (BSF) takes place from Wednesday 10 to Sunday 14 September, featuring a diverse programme of workshops, talks, interactive experiences and art installations at locations across the city and on campus.
Here we highlight some of the interactive activities led by University of Liverpool staff which aim to engage people and communities in the transformative power of scientific research and innovation.
Antiviral Roller Skating!
Dr I'ah Donovan‑Banfield invites audiences to glide through a playful, science‑inspired roller‑skating session. During this interactive performance, skaters reveal what coronaviruses get up to inside cells during infection and how scientists design drugs to stop them.
Friday 12 September, Unity Theatre, 18.30 - 19:15. Book here
Quirky Quarter Takeover - Saturday, 13 September, 6-9.30pm
An evening of activities and performances that will encourage guests to see the world from a whole new perspective including:
Can You Believe Your Eyes?
Hosted by Dr Karen Aughton, from the Department of Eye and Vision Science, this event shares the wonders of vision science and shows how their ground-breaking research is transforming eye health.
13 September 2025, Quirky Quarter. Book your free entry to Quirky Quarter here
Robot Artist
In a meeting of art and engineering, Dr Emma Brass presents a robot that creates original artwork. Attendees will be able to observe the creative process as machine learning, robotics and art intertwine-raising questions about artificial creativity and how robots "see" the world.
13 September 2025, Quirky Quarter. Book your free entry to Quirky Quarter here
Liverpool's Party People
Dr Laura Randle, from the Department of Pharmacology, explores the science of going out - from getting ready to the after party - and you can test yourself with interactive challenges and puzzles.
13 September 2025, Quirky Quarter. Book your free entry to Quirky Quarter here
For full details and to view the BSF's packed programme of talks, events, performances, and installations, visit the British Science Festival website.
