Science of TikTok

Put TikTok to the test with award-winning science communicator Jamie Gallagher!

In this demo packed session Jamie will test out some of the suspect science that you can find on social media, as you use your detective skills to separate fact from the fake.

Discover amazing science facts along the way and discover simple experiments that you can recreate at home. How explosive can mentos and coke really be? Can a candle trick grant you infinite wishes? And how can you use your powers to bend a spoon?

Tickets £6

Recommended for ages 8+

The Auditorium, The Forum

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Access Information

We offer free Essential Companion tickets for those with access requirements and need someone to accompany them to make their visit easier and more comfortable. These can be booked online at the same time as booking a ticket to this event.

Please note that this event may contain loud noises and bangs.

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About Jamie Gallagher

Dr Jamie Gallagher is an award-winning scientist and science communicator who spends his days sharing his love of science and helping others to do the same. His work has taken him to stages around the world as well as TV and radio.

Jamie has a PhD in materials science and is fascinated the materials in our day to day lives and how we can improve them.