Science Horizons - Fascinating Science Experiences for All
AMAZING SCIENCE
Exploring the Mysteries of Light and the Atomic Realm...
A fascinating one-day workshop for anyone interested in science that gives a exciting understanding of of the fascinating topics of light and matter, and their inter-relationship. Balancing practical experiments and demonstrations with discussions and explanations exploring the underlying concepts, this is a challenging, but exciting and accessible adult workshop. There is no maths required, and no previous science knowledge is needed.
Be prepared to encounter ideas at the cutting edge, and for your preconceptions of reality to be challenged in a good way! The day includes several enlightening practical experiences to deepen your understanding - you will create a hologram, measure the energy level within atoms, and observe subatomic particles...
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During the workshop, we will explore three fascinating and complementary areas:
Spectroscopy - Analysing the Spectrum
When Sir Isaac Newton split white light into a spectrum, he little realized the information that lay within the beams of coloured light.
Spectroscopy can give us information about both the smallest and largest things in the Universe - both the structure of atoms and what stars thousands of light years distance from us are composed of. Remarkably it can also be used to analyse their movement and even tell us much about the planets orbiting these other stars.
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During the workshop you will not only learn about the key principles of spectroscopy, but build and use your own equipment to begin to probe the structure of atoms.
The Structure of Matter
Atoms, and how they make up everything. Atoms themselves have strange, fascinating, and intricate structures. You will learn about what is going on at the very heart of matter, and build apparatus to observe subatomic particles in real time!
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The quantum realm of subatomic physics is a strange place, where common sense rules don't seem to apply. Prepare to be introduced to this weird and wonderful world.
Light & Holography - The 3D Image
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Everyone has seen holograms – the amazing 3-dimensional images that can seem quite magical. During the workshop, you will not only learn about the mysterious properties of light and gain an understanding of the way holograms actually work, but also create your very own 3D hologram to take away and keep.
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Using diode lasers, you will experiment and uncover real surprises about how light behaves, followed by the opportunity to create our own real hologram, perhaps using something that you have brought along to image. This hologram is yours to keep (and, of course, show others!)
Next Workshops
Venue: Cambridgeshire
Dates: TBA
Cost: £95.00 per person
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Booking
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Booking in advance is essential - there is no admission on the door. This is a new workshop - contact me about dates and booking...
For gift bookings please refer to the Bookings page.
