Will dietary needs be catered for?

Gluten-free, vegetarian and plant-based options will be available; if you have any allergies please contact biosphere@gov.im before Thursday 2nd October for arrangements to be made. Caterers have been asked to prioritise local produce and suppliers.

Thursday, 16 October

Research Festival 2025: Keynote Lecture - Living in a laboratory

By UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man

Living in a laboratory - co-creating the future of Isle of Man Biosphere. Presented by Centre for Alternative Technology, Machynlleth,Powys.

Date and time

Location

Villa Marina

Harris Promenade IM1 2HP Douglas Isle of Man

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Highlights

3 hours
under 16 with parent or legal guardian
In person
Doors at 17:30

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Business • Environment & Sustainability

Doors open at 5.30pm

The 2025 Annual Biosphere Lecture will launch the 2025 Research Festival - find out more about the Research Festival itself at www.ucm.ac.im/rf25

As we approach our tenth year as a whole-nation biosphere reserve, where do we want to be in 2036, how will we get there? We will explore these questions and more in this interactive lecture led by the Centre of Alternative Technology.

Hon Alfred Cannan MHK, Chief Minister will officially open the Research Festival and there will be a break with refreshments.

Please note: as this is a catered event, refunds can only be processed up to 7 days before the event.

Limited parking is available at the Villa Marina; we recommend using public transport, car sharing, cycling or walking where possible.

Organised by

UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man

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