See some of the most exciting science and meet the best and friendliest inventors in town for free. Try out dozens of interactive activities and demonstrations suitable for all ages.
For one hour, from 11am, Explorazone will be open just for adults and children and the families of those who are within the autistic spectrum or who have other neurodivergent conditions. Join the researchers to explore and discuss science and ideas in a quieter and less-crowded space.
Please help us keep track of venue capacity by booking your approximate arrival time. You can arrive at any time during your hour-long arrival slot, then stay for as long as you like. Last entry 4pm, event closes at 5pm.
Activities include:
Diamond the hidden gem (Element Six)
Creepy Critters and Climate Change (UK Health Security Agency)
Fusion Energy: Can you reach 100 million degrees? (Tokamak Energy Ltd)
Exploring Your Synchrotron! (Diamond Light Source)
Superconductivity and MRI (Siemens)
Banana equivalent dose (Blue Earth Diagnostics Ltd)
Cutting-edge research (Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences)
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IF Oxford uses Pay What You Decide (PWYD) ticketing, which means you can choose to pay whatever you want — or can afford. You can make your donation during booking, at the event, or afterwards. Please note, there is a free ticket option with this event.
A suggested donation of £5 per person for each event enjoyed will help secure the future of the Festival.
Please Note: The contribution associated with this ticket is considered a donation in support of the Festivaland is therefore non-refundable.
IF Oxford is run by The Oxfordshire Science Festival (charity #1151361) and your donation may be eligible for Gift Aid, where a charity can claim back an extra 25% of your donation at no cost to you. Gift Aid forms can be downloaded from www.if-oxford.com/donate
The Festival reserves the right to modify event formats and manage the audience in accordance with the Festival’s Attendance Policy: https://if-oxford.com/about/policies/attendance-policy
