British Science Festival
Tuesday 14 – Sunday 19 September 2010
Aston University Campus and other venues across Birmingham
The British Science Festival is one of Europe's largest science festivals, taking place each September. This year, we will be visiting Birmingham from 14-19 September.
From workshops to debates to hands-on activities, the British Science Festival has something for everyone. Expect to take part in heated debates where you can dissect and discuss the latest scientific research. Join in on talks, watch plays and films, see famous faces or take a fieldtrip around the local area. Bring along the whole family and get stuck into some hands-on fun and discover the wonders of all things science. The British Science Festival helps to bring science closer to you.
MRC events at the British Science Festival
Extending the life of the transplant
15 September 2010, 10am - 12 noon
Aston University, Birmingham
What's it like to receive a new kidney? Why is transplantation successful for some, but results in early failure for others? Join the BBC’s Vivienne Parry and author Sue Townsend and follow the real-life story of a transplant patient; learn about exciting new discoveries that extend the life of a transplant and take part in a challenging debate on the ethical issues facing transplant science today. More details are on the British Science Festival website.
Organised by the MRC Centre for Transplantation
The truth about clinical trials
17 September 2010, 5 - 7pm
Electric Cinema, Birmingham
What are clinical trials? Why do we need them? How do they impact on healthcare? Are they dangerous? This event will answer all of these questions and many more. You will hear about cutting-edge clinical trials from leading international researchers, and find out from a trial participant what it's like to be in a trial. You will also have the chance to get involved and ask your own questions. More details are on the British Science Festival website.
Organised by the MRC Clinical Trials Unit and the University of Birmingham.
For more information: www.britishscienceassociation.org