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The Beasts Within Us
Date	Location
There are tiny parasites that we can carry around inside us and which can make changes in our behaviour! They're called toxoplasma. Learn all about these cheeky wee devils, and why you should always wash your hands thoroughly after changing the cat's litter, in this interactive exhibit. Ages 5+. View full details
5 May–6 May Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

British Science Festival
Date	Location
The touring science fest alights in Aberdeen for a week of exhibitions, workshops, talks, activities, film screenings and more, all on a science theme and with something for adults, families and schools alike. View full details
4 Sep–9 Sep Times vary	Various venues, Aberdeen

Bug Busters
Date	Location
Discover the amazing world of the immune system and find out how your body fights disease. Ages 5+. View full details
14 Apr–15 Apr Sat & Sun 10.30am–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

Dundee Science Festival
Date	Location
Family-friendly science fest with a diverse programme, featuring hands-on workshops, science shows, lectures, debates, talent contests, exhibitions, school programmes, and events that fuse science with comedy, dance, art and history. The events also cover a broad range of scientific disciplines, including robotics, biodiversity, space, digital arts and the more technical sides to cookery and filmmaking. View full details
3 Nov–18 Nov Times vary	Various venues, Dundee

The Dunes: Seaside Science
Date	Location
Learn more about sand dunes – how they form and why they're so important. There's a 3D video game to play and guided walks at 11am and 2.30pm. Part of Fife Science Festival 2012. View full details
10 Mar 10am	University of St Andrews, St Andrews

Edinburgh International Science Festival
Date	Location
The world's first celebration of science and technology has been going for 23 years, and is one of the largest science festivals in Europe. The programme seeks to bring science alive for children but also, more unusually, for adults. Hands-on activities typically include interactive exhibitions, experiments, gadgets and workshops – which last year involved magnetic nanosludge, dancing custard and other wonders. Talks for adults cover science in all its forms, as well as the points where it… View full details
30 Mar–13 Apr Times vary	Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Engineering the Future: Family Fun Evening
Date	Location
A tour of Adam Smith College's Future Skills Centre and learn about developments in renewable energy, construction and engineering through some fun, hands-on activities. Part of Fife Science Festival 2012. View full details
13 Mar 4pm	Future Skills Centre at Adam Smith College, Glenrothes

Fife Science Festival
Date	Location
A look at both the past and the future of science in Fife, from notable experts and advances developed in the area, to how science and technology is working to preserve Fife's heritage, both natural and cultural. Events include family fun days, guided walks, schools programmes, lectures and workshops. View full details
9 Mar–18 Mar Times vary	Various Venues, Fife

Free Family Fun Day at Dundee Science Centre
Date	Location
Take your family down to Sensation and enjoy learning about science together with shows, workshops and exciting exhibits. Part of Fife Science Festival 2012. View full details
18 Mar 10am	Sensation, Dundee

Fresh
Date	Location
Fintry's renewable energy show features talks, presentations and exhibitions about energy saving solutions, as well as a craft market and trip to Earlsburn Windfarm. View full details
9 Mar Times vary	Menzies Hall, Glasgow

Get Creative: Nests
Date	Location
Ever wondered how birds' nests work? Find out by making one for yourself. View full details
21 Jul–22 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

Glasgow Science Festival
Date	Location
Two weeks of activities exploring the outer reaches of science, including robotics, space, biology, physics and more. The festival is extremely family-friendly, with activities including amazing science shows, arts/crafts stations, workshops, film screenings, exhibits and meet the researcher sessions for all ages. View full details
5 Jun–17 Jun Times vary	Various venues, Glasgow

Little Explorer Days
Date	Location
Activities and fun for little ones aged 3–5 on a different scientific theme each time. View full details
26 Feb 10am A session entitled 'Up, Up and Away', all about air: huffing, puffing and blowing bubbles are all on the…	Glasgow Science Centre, Glasgow
25 Mar 10am Explore the science of sounds, make a musical instrument and dance at the Little Explorers' disco.	Glasgow Science Centre, Glasgow
22 Apr 10am A spring 'Bug Ball': meet some minibeasts and explore the lifecycle of the butterfly.	Glasgow Science Centre, Glasgow

Magnificent Microbes
Date	Location
Learn about the tiny but fascinating world of microbes and bacteria with experts from the University of Dundee. View full details
10 Mar 10am	Sensation, Dundee

NEoN Digital Arts Festival
Date	Location
Digital arts festival transforming Dundee into an electric playground for seven days with a programme of moving image, performance, music and technologically-driven art events with view to creating and developing new and original digital works. Last year's event included everything from a geocaching treasure hunt to a chance to join an interactive workshop and be part of the 'Dirty Electronics Ensemble'. View full details
4 Nov–10 Nov Times vary	Various venues, Dundee

Orkney International Science Festival
Date	Location
A series of innovative talks and inspiring events with guest speakers covering all aspects of science. The festival includes social events in the evenings for continuation of the discussions. View full details
6 Sep–12 Sep Times vary	Various venues, Orkney

Power and Play the Science Way
Date	Location
Take part in activities to learn how science drives the machines in the transport collection. Part of National Science Week. View full details
17 Mar–18 Mar Sat & Sun 1.30–4pm	Riverside Museum, Glasgow

Science Discovery Day
Date	Location
Science fun for all the family, featuring demonstrations, exhibitions and interactive activities from a wide range of science departments. Part of Fife Science Festival 2012 View full details
10 Mar 10am	School of Physics and Astronomy at University of St Andrews, St Andrews

Science in the Galleries
Date	Location
Discover more about science in the galleries with some fun and exciting experiments. Part of Fife Science Festival 2012. View full details
18 Mar Noon	Museum of the University of St Andrews, St Andrews

Science in the Shopping Centre: Family Fun Day
Date	Location
Experts in science, technology and engineering are on hand in Kingsgate with interactive activities to demonstrate the ongoing scientific research going on throughout Fife. Part of Fife Science Festival 2012. View full details
11 Mar–17 Mar Sun & Sat 11am–5pm	Kingsgate Shopping Centre, Dunfermline

Science Museum Live on Tour
Date	Location
An exploratory theatrical experience with exciting experiments and presentations designed to blow your mind and challenge your ideas about science. View full details
10 Apr–11 Apr Tue & Wed 1.30pm & 7pm	His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
13 Apr–14 Apr Fri 1.30pm & 7pm; Sat 2.30pm	Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline
17 Apr–18 Apr Tue & Wed 11am & 7pm	Theatre Royal, Glasgow

The Science of the Siege
Date	Location
Learn about the science behind warfare, how armour protects and how gunfire and firearms work. Part of Fife Science Festival 2012. View full details
10 Mar Sat 10.30am–noon & 1–2.30pm	St Andrews Castle, St Andrews

Through the Eyes of Lister
Date	Location
Microscope workshops suitable for all ages to tie in with the current exhibition about the pioneering scientist Joseph Lister. View full details
13 Feb–17 Feb Mon, Wed & Fri 1–4pm	Surgeons' Hall Museum, Edinburgh

Through the Lens
Date	Location
A chance to discover more about how much the University of St Andrews has contributed to optics over the years. There are demonstrations, activities and a chance to check out the night sky at the Observatory. Part of Fife Science Festival 2012. View full details
10 Mar 6pm	Museum of the University of St Andrews, St Andrews

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