Before 9pm, Days out, Science

Get together with the society to discuss a variety of space-related topics.

Come hear the results of a multidisciplinary project between two geneticists, two poets, a design artist and a photographer, initiated by the ESRC Genomics Policy and Research Forum. With Pippa Goldschmidt, Lisa Matthews and Matthias Wienroth in discussion.

An evening of comedy, film and hard zombie science. The resident Zombiologist delivers an interactive survivor’s guide to a Zombie apocalypse, followed by a Q&A and a screening of The Evil Dead.

A guided tour, discussion and drawing event intended to spark debate about the social issues and ethics surrounding the medical improvements that can be made to the human body (think: super powers). A family friendly event.

A special extraterrestrial exhibition featuring costumes and props from some of the most iconic sci-fi films and TV shows of all time. Browse memorabilia from the likes of Predator, Star Wars and Doctor Who, or take in the 360 degree film, We Are Aliens, narrated by Rupert Grint (AKA Ron Weasley).

Butterfly and moth spotting and all sorts of interesting nature activities.

An exhibition tracing the imagined history of a teak bed found in a Singapore junk shop back to the tree from which it was made, incorporating photographs, prints, collages and an award-winning short film.

An annual lecture that looks at the study of Natural Theology in broad terms, with the goal to advance modern theological thought.

Get a guided tour of the most interesting bits of the museum's collection, offering a closer look at all sorts of historical medical artefacts.

Exhibition showing the ways in which University of Glasgow scientists are linking ash dieback, rising food prices and climate change.

A meeting of the AAA, featuring a discussion, film screening, or observing night.

Meet pioneer ornithologist Alexander Wilson (1766-1813) on the 200th anniversary of his death, to explore RSPB Lochwinnoch and hear stories of his life in the area and influence today.

Meet pioneer ornithologist Alexander Wilson (1766-1813) on the 200th anniversary of his death, to explore RSPB Lochwinnoch and hear stories of his life in the area and influence today.

Meet pioneer ornithologist Alexander Wilson (1766-1813) on the 200th anniversary of his death, to explore RSPB Lochwinnoch and hear stories of his life in the area and influence today.

An exhibition displaying aspects of the life of Scottish-poet-turned-American-ornithologist Alexander Wilson.

A celebration of 30 years of Baron’s Haugh as a RSPB reserve, with a sponsored walk from 10am and wildlife-themed activities from 2pm.

Glasgow's natural history collections are regularly consulted by scientists for research. Find out how, in this special tour for the festival. Ages 8+.

Big Ideas presents big questions, then lets an expert have a stab at answering it before turning it to the audience for discussion. Brief, informal and relaxed, the pub-based event is open to anyone and everyone.

A pub quiz about science, packed with live demonstrations. Don't worry if you don't know what a covalent bond is, or how to add up a string of consecutive numbers in your head – there'll be room for inspired guesses too.

Learn about cosmic rays, and the connections between solar flares, cosmic rays and the Northern Lights.

Celebrate the epoch-making discovery of a particle thought to be the Higgs boson, and Scotland's work at CERN, with a weekend of hands-on exhibition activities, workshops and talks.

Try out some fun scientific experiments.

A day of pond dipping sessions and treasure hunts for younger frog fans, and 'pond doctor' Q&A sessions for adults in need of pond-related wisdom.