Imperial Lates: Weird Science

Take in our tales of the scientifically unexpected at our next Imperial Lates, from weird wonders to surprising studies.

Everyone loves a surprise in science, and our Imperial scientists are bringing the unbelievable and the counterintuitive to our next Lates. Experience an evening of unexpected delights, with opportunities to play quantum classic computer games, make mysterious 4D maths jewellery, or view a mushroom ballet show. Alternatively, you can design butterfly carnival costumes, and then vote on the oddest object in the universe, join an insect yoga class, or sway at a subatomic silent disco.

From Einstein’s great mistake to zombie cells, invisibility cloaks to slimy computers, and artificial skin to the weirdest future tech that science might provide, there is loads to get your head around (or not) during an evening where weird is most certainly wonderful!

Imperial Lates are a free event intended for an 18+ audience.

Register for this Imperial Lates to receive a preview of the full programme of live demonstrations, workshops and talks, and help us track attendance numbers. Please note that registration alone does not guarantee seats for our talks or workshops.

All of the spaces are wheelchair accessible, as are the entrance and toilets. There are lifts to any activities on other levels. If you have any specific needs, please don't hesitate to get in touch: [email protected].

Please note that if you want to visit the Imperial Lates at a quieter time of the event, the event is least busy from 18.00-19.00 and 20.30-21.00.

Imperial Lates are in the main entrance of Imperial College London’s South Kensington campus. To find the event, please enter off Exhibition Road. The nearest train stations are South Kensington and Gloucester Road. You can find the entrance with what3words at debate.party.plenty.

Please be aware that there will be filming and photography happening at this event. We use professional photography to communicate about and promote our work on our website and social media, as well as other platforms. Use of and access to your photo will be in accordance with the university’s retention policy, but you can contact [email protected] at any time to have your image erased. If you wish to opt out entirely, please pick up a red sticker from our info desk on your arrival or speak to the photographer.