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A whole year of thought-provoking events covering the latest scientific discoveries and developments from Imperial College London
Learning from world-class scientists and ground-breaking researchers from Imperial College London and guest academia
An exclusive programme of Member-only visits and events giving unique access to facilities and research departments with our Behind-the-Scenes events
Special invitations to attend hand-picked College-run exclusive lectures, exhibitions, concerts and VIP events
Reduced ticket rates for Friends public lectures – almost a 60% reduction for you and 20% for your guests
A chance to meet our lecturers after each event and enjoy an informal discussion over refreshments
A 10% discount at most College cafes and refreshment bars*
Preferential rates to the Ethos Sports Centre and Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication adult education classes*

Become a Member of Friends of Imperial College today by following the link below. You will be asked to fill in your details which then leads to the payment page.

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Our programme of events

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Programme of events

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Friends contributes to The President’s Scholarship Fund which supports undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships, helping nurture students who will go on to make a positive impact around the world.

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Behind the Scenes at Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd - my comment

I attended this event, and wanted to record my thoughts. More importantly, I wondered what would happen if I submitted this, and wanted to know what Angie would do with it!
Committee area

This area is reserved for the exclusive use of members of the committee of Friends of Imperial College.
Professor Gauntlett

A brief summary of Professor Gauntlett's career in Physics and academia, leading up to his presentation of Black Holes, Entropy and Strings to the Friends of Imperial College

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.
Come to our talks

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.
Our committee

The committee of the Friends of Imperial College, London
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.
Calendar - 2019

Here are the Friends of Imperial College events for 2019 - October, November and December
Join Friends

Join as a Member to enjoy almost a 60% reduction on ticket prices for our public lectures. Access special Member-only events, including visits to laboratories and research establishments in the UK and abroad hosted by leaders from academia and industry.
Black holes, entropy and strings

A full lecture theatre heard why black holes are amongst the most extraordinary objects in the universe.
Example - Mission, vision, values

What you're all about -- but write to inform and inspire site visitors, not for yourselves
Chirality and the future of electronics

Dr Jess Wade BEM, Imperial physicist
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.

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Our programme of events

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