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LEWES STEM Festival 2024: Lewes STEM Speakers Symposium
Saturday 16 November 14:30 until 20:00
UK
Speaker: John Hinton, Emily Thrift, Prof. Julie Weeds, Miles Jenner, Prof. Chris Lintott
We're excited to invite you to the Lewes STEM Festival 2024, a celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in our local community. This year’s festival includes two standout events that are sure to spark your curiosity and inspire minds of all ages:
Lewes STEM Speakers Symposium – Saturday, 16th November
In collaboration with the Lewes Astronomical Society and Curiosity Sussex, a charity founded by Professor Stephen Wilkins (MPS), we present a fantastic lineup of speakers at the All Saints Centre, covering a diverse range of topics:
- 2:30pm | John Hinton | Ensonglopedia of Science — a science-themed musical performance
- 3:30pm | Emily Thrift (University of Sussex) | Plastic Ingestion by UK Hedgehogs
- 4:30pm | Prof. Julie Weeds (University of Sussex) | Looking inside ChatGPT
- 5:30pm | Miles Jenner (Harveys Brewery) | Authentically Brewed
- 6:45pm | Prof. Chris Lintott (Oxford, BBC Sky at Night) | Accidental Universe
Tickets for individual talks are just £5, and there are a limited number of free Children's tickets (under 16) but booking is essential! Don’t miss out on this chance to discover something new—book your tickets here!
Don't Forget!
Join us for the second day of the Lewes STEM Festival, the Lewes STEM Fair on Sunday, 17th November. Expect hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and much more to explore! Further information on this family day out can be found on the event listing.
By: Kellie Powney
Last updated: Tuesday, 8 October 2024