Whether by accident or design, there are now a number of excellent science talks taking place in Nottingham pubs. They are all aimed at the layman rather than the expert and they are a great way to learn new things.
Skeptics in the Pub
The daddy of these nights in Nottingham even though the talks aren’t necessarily always scientific. A speaker talks for 30-40 minutes and then there is a Q and A session after a drinks break.
Where: The Canalhouse
When: The first Tuesday of the months
Website: http://nottingham.skepticsinthepub.org/
Good for: Changing the way the think about things
PubhD
Can you explain your PhD in the pub? Three researchers talk for 10 minutes and then face a 20 minute Q and A.
Where: The VAT & Fiddle
When: The third Wednesday of the month
Website: https://pubhd.wordpress.com/
Good for: Hearing about white hot research
SciBar
Run by the Nottinghamshire branch of the British Science Association and CAMRA. SciBar has a 30 minute talk followed by questions.
Where: The VAT & Fiddle
When: The last Wednesday of the month
Website: http://www.meetup.com/Nottingham-SciBar/
Good for: In-depth science talks
Café Scientifique
Café Sci features both local and out-of-town speakers talking about a wide range of subjects. Presentations are around 20 minutes long with Q and As afterwards.
Where: The VAT & Fiddle
When: Monday Nights
Website: http://www.meetup.com/nottingham-culture-cafe-sci/
Good for: An eclectic mix of talks
Science in the Park
Part of British Science Week, Notts BSA hosts their annual extravaganza. There are a wide range of activities and demonstrations both inside and outside
When: Yearly – 21/03/2015
Where: Wollaton Hall
Website: http://nottsbsa.org/science-in-the-park-2015/
Good for: Lots of free science fun for all the family
Gav Squires
