Friends contributes to the public understanding of science, technology and medicine through talks and visits exploring the latest discoveries and developments. Our aim is to entertain and inform non-specialists and experts alike.

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Hear world-class scientists unveil brilliant discoveries and developments in science, technology, engineering and medicine. People of all ages and backgrounds are welcome to enjoy thought–provoking talks amongst Friends at our public lectures. Explore and book one of our public talks here.

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  • Behind-the-Scenes @ Physics Plasma Group

    A Members-only exclusive Behind-the-Scenes visit to the largest university-based pulsed-power generator, MAGPIE, at Imperial College London Read more

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    Author: Angie Friends

    Location: Blackett Laboratory, Prince Consort Road, London, SW7 2BW

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  • Drugs, booze and politics: finding a balance

    Professor David Nutt, a well known proponent of drug law reform, talks about drugs and politics. Read more

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    Location: Sir Alexander Fleming building, South Kensington Campus, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ

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  • Cure: mind over body

    At a Member-only soirée author Jo Marchant talks about alternatives to prescription drugs and asks the question: can our minds really heal our bodies? Read more

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    Location: 170 Queen's Gate, London, SW7 5HF

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  • Chirality and the future of electronics

    Dr Jess Wade BEM, Imperial physicist Read more

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    Author: John Talbot

    Location: Sir Alexander Fleming building, South Kensington Campus, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ

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  • Plastic fantastic: solving plastic waste

    When plastic first burst onto the scene in the 1950s it was hailed as a wonder material, now as waste it endures pariah status. New approaches to recycling it may well re-secure its "fantastic” status. Read more

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    Location: Sir Alexander Fleming building, South Kensington Campus, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ

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  • Behind-the-Scenes @ Natural History Museum Spirit Collection

    Go behind the scenes with the NHM knowledgable science educators for a look at the Museum's fascinating zoology collection preserved in spirit. This is an exclusive Members-only event. Read more

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    Author: Angie Friends

    Location: Natural History Museum, Exhibition Road, London, SW7 2AZ

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