WELCOME TO THE BRITISH SCIENCE ASSOCIATION READING BRANCH! Our branch is based in Reading, where we organise events across the Berkshire region. We run monthly Cafe Scientifique events in Reading and sponsor the Basingstoke Cafe Scientifique. As… Read more »
November’s Café Scientifique on the diagnosis, treatment and research into Alzheimer’s disease was given by Dr Cheryl Hawkes from the Department of Life, Health and Chemical Sciences at the Open University. … Read more »
“I’m here because I love viruses” Dr Ben Neuman introduces us to viruses at Cafe Scientifique The May Cafe Scientifique saw Dr Ben Neuman from the School of Biological Sciences… Read more »
It’s been nearly two months since Reading Science Week – part of British Science Week – and the branch has recouped from what was a very busy, fun and successful week. We kicked off… Read more »
Last night Dr. Jason Lim from Rothamsted Research give a fantastic talk with some wonderful demonstrations about his research on the use of radar technology to track high flying insects and bees. Jason is the… Read more »
As mentioned during October’s Reading Cafe Sci event, our speaker Dr John Broughall has kindly made available his slides for you all to access at your leisure. You can download… Read more »
During the last CafeSci event on the 5th of December 2016 there were questionnaires waiting to be filled by the audience. This is part of our attempts to get to know… Read more »
Many events are free, with highlights including: Sci busking: extract DNA from strawberries or hold space rocks – live demos and discussion with scientists on Broad Street Born To Sum:… Read more »
Dates for your diary: 5th April: Anthony Wilson talks about how insects spread viruses 3rd May: Carl Edwards talks about water flow and flooding 7th June: Jamie Sanson talks about how to… Read more »