Friends of Imperial College AGM 2019-20

The Annual General Meeting was hosted by Chair, Roderick Rhys Jones and Deputy Chair, William Blackburn.

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Microchip Technology enabling Rapid Diagnostics and Surveillance of COVID-19

Find out how Imperial is advancing rapid diagnostics of infectious diseases through the design of microchip-based Lab-on-Chip systems. This FREE mini-lecture and chat, part of our live ‘Fireside chats with Friends’, shows how vital this work is. Click here for full event details and how to book your (fire) place!
What ancient climates tell us about our future on Earth...

…and will the Covid 19 pandemic change our attitude towards science forecasting? This NEW mini-lecture and chat launched ‘Fireside chats with Friends’ – our very own mini-series over summer!
Fusion Future: The Sun’s Power on Earth

Fusion energy is the ultimate energy source. But why is it so elusive? What innovation could be the key to cracking fusion faster? View the recording of this inaugural live streamed lecture with Dr Windridge from Tokamak Energy. Click here for full details.
Programme of events for 2020/21

Our exciting programme of events for 2020/21 will start in the autumn. We will announce the full line-up at the end of summer – click here for a sneak peek of a few lectures and visits already included.

What ancient climates tell us about our future on Earth...

…and will the Covid 19 pandemic change our attitude towards science forecasting? This NEW mini-lecture and chat launched ‘Fireside chats with Friends’ – our very own mini-series over summer!
Fusion Future: The Sun’s Power on Earth

Fusion energy is the ultimate energy source. But why is it so elusive? What innovation could be the key to cracking fusion faster? View the recording of this inaugural live streamed lecture with Dr Windridge from Tokamak Energy. Click here for full details.
Behind-the-Scenes @ NHM Cryofacility

This was an exclusive opportunity for Members and their guests to visit one of most important collections of tissues and genetic resources across the tree of life in the world.
Behind-the-scenes @ Centre for Infrastructure Materials

This Members-only exclusive Behind-the-Scenes visit to the world-class Centre for Infrastructure Materials at Imperial College London was fascinating.
Genomic Medicine: Report from the forefront

Biomedical research has become a booming area of science with major implications for just about every aspect of medicine. In this lecture, we learnt if we are ready for them.
The Quantum Show

For the eleventh year the Quantum Show made a triumphant return to the Friends of Imperial stage. The very best of the Controlled Quantum Dynamic group’s speakers led the audience into the Quantum world.
Behind-the-Scenes @ Natural History Museum Spirit Collection

A group of Members went behind the scenes with the NHM knowledgable science educators for a look at the Museum's fascinating zoology collection preserved in spirit.
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
Cure: mind over body

At this soirée, our Members were fascinated by author Jo Marchant's talk on alternatives to prescription drugs. The question 'can our minds really heal our bodies?' was dicsussed and it engaged everyone.
Black holes, entropy and strings

A full lecture theatre heard why black holes are amongst the most extraordinary objects in the universe.

Microchip Technology enabling Rapid Diagnostics and Surveillance of COVID-19

Find out how Imperial is advancing rapid diagnostics of infectious diseases through the design of microchip-based Lab-on-Chip systems. This FREE mini-lecture and chat, part of our live ‘Fireside chats with Friends’, shows how vital this work is. Click here for full event details and how to book your (fire) place!
Drugs, booze and politics: finding a balance

Professor David Nutt, a well known proponent of drug law reform, talked about evidence-based analysis of the harm to the individual and wider community arising from alcohol, tobacco and a range of drugs, and how this is or should be used to inform policy at the national level.
Our committee

The committee of the Friends of Imperial College, London
Friends of Imperial College 2020/21 programme appeal

Thank you so much for your willingness to support the creation of our 2020/21 programme. To donate simply click on the amount below you wish to contribute and follow the steps to payment. Together we can continue to provide inspiration through education!
Join Friends as a Member

Join as a Member and enjoy a range of benefits including Membership extension until the end of October 2021, priority booking; exclusive live online mini-lectures; reductions on ticket prices for public lectures; special Member-only visits. Click here for full details.
Black holes, entropy and strings

A full lecture theatre heard why black holes are amongst the most extraordinary objects in the universe.
Chirality and the future of electronics

Dr Jess Wade BEM, Imperial physicist, explained how in the right circumstances carbon could make a great replacement for silicon in a new wave of electronic devices.
Friday with Friends - new talks, new released recordings

Every Friday, to continue sharing knowledge, Friends is hosting a selection of new live fireside chats with Imperial experts and new released recordings from our archives. Click here to find out which leading figures you can hear from and how to reserve a (fireside) place at our next live chat!
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
Genomic Medicine: Report from the forefront

Biomedical research has become a booming area of science with major implications for just about every aspect of medicine. In this lecture, we learnt if we are ready for them.