This Earth Day, join us to hear about latest research into the interactions between humans and the planet.
Talks and hands-on stall will cover topics as diverse as earthquake-proof building to the transition to net zero. There will also be a panel discussion on the theme of 'Planet vs. Plastics' where you can submit your questions to scientists who study these issues and hear what they do day-to-day.
This event is organised jointly by Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics, Earth Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Geography and Engineering.
Event format
We will have a selection of hands-on stalls for you to explore, and for those of you who want more detailed information about the work we do at Oxford, there will be a series of short talks and a panel discussion in our lecture theatre. When you register for the event, you can select one of the following options:
- Session 1: Talk (drop-in tickets available) and stalls (full booked)
- Session 2: Stalls only (first-come, first-served drop-in tickets available)
Who is the event for?
The event is open to curious adults, teenagers and children (age 6+ years). All children must be accompanied by an adult. The talks are recommended for age 14+ years.
Event times
Session 1
- 2:00 - 2.55pm: Stalls open to explore (fully booked)
- 3.00 - 4.30pm: Talks and panel in the lecture theatre on the topic of 'Planet vs. Plastics'
Session 2
- 3.00 - 4.00pm: Stalls open to explore
Talk titles and stalls
Some of the topics that will be included:
- Good vs bad plastics
- Wastewater pollution
- Plastic pollution in the oceans
- Chaotic weather patters
- Climate models
- Exploring past climates
Who is this event for?
The event is aimed at curious adults, teenagers and children (hands-on activities recommended for age 6+ years). Session 1 has been designed to give adults and teenagers more time to explore the topics through short talks and a panel discussion with our researchers.
How to register
There are no more pre-booked tickets available, however there is some capacity for people to attend on the door for the following times:
- Session 1: Talks only (full capacity for stalls) - arrive for 3.00pm - end 4.30pm)
- Session 2: Stalls only - 3.00 - 4.00pm (last entry 3.45pm)
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