Friday, 15 August

Holiday workshops: An expanding universe of knowledge(ages 15–18)

This workshop explores a concept which astronomers refer to as "The Cosmic Distance Ladder".

By The Royal Institution

Date and time

Location

The Royal Institution

21 Albemarle Street City of Westminster W1S United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 14 days before event.

About this event

Event lasts 4 hours

By measuring progressively larger distances in the solar system, and then beyond, we can get a handle on the size of the universe as a whole. To achieve this, a number of different mathematical techniques are needed, some of which were pioneered by the ancient Greeks, while others have been developed in just the past few decades. The physics that underpins these measurements will also be explored.Students will find out how much we've now been able to discover about the universe in which we live!

This workshop is strictly for 15–18 year-olds and will include a 30 minute lunch break, during which students will be allowed to leave the Ri building. Students should bring lunch and a drink.

Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions.

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