First Thursdays

Wellcome Connecting Science is based at the Wellcome Genome Campus, Cambridgeshire, UK. Our activities inspire new thinking, spark conversation, support learning, and measure attitudes, drawing on the ground-breaking research taking place on the Wellcome Genome Campus.We form collaborations and work with partners across the globe to ensure our impact and reach is as wide as possible.

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<H2>Join us for an evening of hands-on animation and explore Silent Signal, an exhibition of experimental animated artworks</H2>
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<P>“We are the body. We are under attack.”</P>
<P>A raging battle has begun between pro and anti-inflammatory forces in the swirling interior of a blister. Each sequence in <EM>Battle of Blister </EM>has been generated by human performers in an interactive film set. These animations chart the escalation from fly bite to full scale engagement; the never-ending battle between bacteria and the body.</P>
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<P>Join the artists, Genetic Moo, in a drop-in workshop for you to generate your own multi-coloured animations. They’ll explain the science behind the project and give you a glimpse of the coding techniques they used to talk to the Kinect sensor. So grab a prop and be prepared to dance yourself into a bacterial frenzy!</P>
<P>You will also be able to explore the <A HREF="http://publicengagement.wellcomegenomecampus.org/events/silent-signal" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Silent Signal</A> exhibition and relax with a drink in our bar.</P>
<P>This is the final First Thursday for Silent Signal so don't miss out!</P>
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<P><STRONG>FAQs</STRONG></P>
<P><STRONG>What is the Cultural Zone?</STRONG></P>
<P>The Cultural Zone is an exhibition space designed to encourage discussion on the social context and ethics of genetics. Objects, illustrations and film bring to life the story of the Human Genome Project; a project that revolutionised biomedical science and our ability to explore what makes us and all life. You can also find out about trees of life. From medieval illustrations to Darwin sketches and beyond, trees have helped us understand how life is connected.</P>
<P><STRONG>What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?</STRONG></P>
<P>The Wellcome Genome Campus is situated about 10 miles south of Cambridge. Driving or cycling to the Campus is the easiest way to reach us. Whittlesford Parkway and Great Chesterford train stations are both about 2 miles from the Campus but have limited facilities (neither has a taxi rank). </P>
<P><STRONG>Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?</STRONG></P>
<P>If you have any questions about this event, or our work in general, please email pubengage@wellcomegenomecampus.org</P>
<P><STRONG>Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?</STRONG></P>
<P><SPAN>Yes, please bring your ticket to the event. This will give you quicker access on to the Wellcome Genome Campus. </SPAN></P>

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