Life Science Centre

Energy Superstars 

We use energy for all sorts of things, from making toys move to keeping roads brightly lit at night. A lot of our electricity now comes from renewable sources like the sun or the wind. Harness the power of green energy with three different projects!

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Watch the Energy Superstars video on the Life Science Centre website (opens new window)

Future Foods

In the future we might eat completely different things. Will we manage to change our diets to be both healthier and more sustainable? What will your favourite food be in the future?

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Watch the Future foods video on the Life Science Centre website (opens new window)

Wonderful World

Connect with nature and explore our wonderful world, right on your doorstep. Make your own birdhouse, insect pooter and herbarium.

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Watch the Wonderful World video on the Life Science Centre website (opens new window)

Totally Transport

Explore eco travel options and make your own paper plane, wind powered boat and toy car test-track.

Download the Totally Transport PDF (PDF, 5 MB)

Watch the Totally Transport video on the Life Science Centre website (opens new window)

Go Green

This week we're taking inspiration from amazing inventors who are helping the world to go green! Harness the power of the wind and sun to create a whimsical windmill and dancing lightbox! 

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Watch the Go Green video on the Life Science Centre website (opens new window)

For more science inspiration this summer, check out the fun and educational activities you can try at home at LifeGoesOnline (opens new window).