Centre of the Cell is the first science education centre in the world to be built inside biomedical research laboratories, the Blizard Institute at Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry.
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This week is #NationalPathologyWeek! We have previously worked with The Royal College of Pathologists in the past, where they have kindly funded one of the pathology specimens - a section of jejunum - for our STEM Pod! Read more about the amazing events which are being held by The Royal College of Pathologists for #NationalPathologyWeek: https://www.rcpath.org/discover-pathology/events-landing-page/public-events.html
We here at Centre of the Cell love to answer all of your curious science questions! Click on the link to read our blogs and find out the answers to many thought-provoking questions – we’re sure you will learn something new!
https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/blog/science-questions/
#OTD English epidemiologist Sir Richard Doll was born in 1912. He is credited with being the first to establish the link between tobacco smoke causing lung cancer and increasing the risk of heart disease. Find out more about his work here: http://ow.ly/Smv050BYqNR
We're excited to be sharing a recording of our pre-lockdown #BigQuestion lecture held in March with Professor Shafi Ahmed, world-renowned surgeon and innovator. In this engaging lecture we explored how emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence could revolutionise medicine and pave the way for more equitable surgical care across the globe, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the recording on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKV5Ey1BX1Y
Centre of the Cell’s Big Question Lecture series gives you the chance to hear from leaders in science and healthcare about the cutting-edge biology and innov...
With schools going back, our weekly #cotcchallenge comes to an end! All challenge resources will continue to be available to download for free here: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/ for when you next fancy some science at home!
On this page you can find resources for science activities that you can do at home. Centre of the Cell Challenges Throughout 2020's lockdown we created a s
Today is our last challenge and it is all about keeping healthy. Take on this challenge to learn about the different nutrients you need to grow up nice and healthy. https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
These resources are designed to help you explore science from the comfort of your own home. Keep an eye out for our weekly challenge, where every Wednesday
For the last few years we have been part of a study looking into young people and their interest in STEM subjects. Check out the paper which has been published using data people have submitted during some of our events! https://link.springer.com/epdf/10.1007/s10964-020-01302-1?sharing_token=ssgCHY2FILANyvnDr9oKEfe4RwlQNchNByi7wbcMAY6tn1x6IkEOBYX_W0DPapHbKW4_bN2H2l9RWiR4X54CQ8iS71KtCdAP2p89mvJe7svgwP517WMS27j6_KtMtAFDlzBwVVsX8q3TkBBiK9QCVCOYZhjHAQ8PrsbjRzeEAnw%3D
In our next #cotcchallenge put your taste buds to the test and investigate the link between genes and taste! Recommended for children age 11+ https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/ #scienceathome #summerholidays
Don't forget all our previous challenges are available on our Home Resources page too!
It's Wednesday, which means it's time for another #cotcchallenge! This week, learn all about #genes and explore inherited traits in your family: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
If you have a go, let us know how you get on!
#summerholidays #scienceathome
For this week's #CotCchallenge, we're exploring our senses! Put your sense of smell to the test and make your own smell pots, just like the ones we use in our workshop, Sophie's Sensational Holiday: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
Calling teachers! We want your thoughts and feedback on booking school trips for the next academic year. Help us plan for re-opening by filling out our survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/XCG57ZQ
It's time for our next #CotCchallenge! This week is based on our 'Muscling In' show, and we're challenging you to learn all about a part of your body that is essential for movement: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
Don't forget to take on our weekly challenges. This week's challenge is from our Snot, Sick and Scabs show. Take it on to learn all about scabs and how they form.
https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
While Centre of the Cell remains closed to visitors, we are pleased to announce that our online shop is back open! Get your science-themed goodies, including GIANT microbes, now: http://www.centreofthecell.org/shop/
We're supporting the #ScienceCentresForOurFuture campaign, which is calling on the government to assist the UK's national network of science centres & help them survive the Covid-19 pandemic. Find out more & support the campaign here: https://future.sciencecentres.org.uk/ UK Association for Science and Discovery Centres
Science Centres For Our Future
It's time for the next #CotCchallenge! This week is based on our Trauma 999 show, all about what happens to the body when it experiences traumatic injury, and how paramedics and doctors take care of someone when they are injured. Take on a very important challenge this week & learn how to put someone in the recovery position: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
This week's challenge is all about microorganisms and how to identify them! Take on our Microbe Detective challenge and send us in your results! https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
This week's challenge is from our CELLebration show! Learn all about the building blocks of life and build your own cells from household items. https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
We are slowly edging closer to 500 followers over on our Instagram account! Since the pandemic hit we've been using our Instagram to share support and advice for young people, with a focus on applying to university, as we know that despite the current situation, many still want to continue their studies beyond secondary school in the coming years. Give us a follow to stay up-to-date with the latest content: https://www.instagram.com/centreofthecell/?hl=en
For our latest weekly #CotCchallenge, we are challenging you to find out what makes a healthy poo, and even keep a poo diary 💩 Find out more & download our free activity sheet: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
Take on our Careers in Science and Health challenge. Create profiles of people you know to find out more about their careers! https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
These resources are designed to help you explore science from the comfort of your own home. Keep an eye out for our weekly challenge, where every Wednesday
This week we're sharing our tips for managing stress and coping with social distancing measures over on our blog: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/blog/youth-members/tips-for-managing-stress-during-lockdown/
By Charlotte Morgan Life can be pretty stressful sometimes, and at the moment we might be feeling a little more stressed than usual, trying to get on with
For our second weekly challenge, we are challenging you to test how acids and toothpaste affect the calcium in your teeth 😬
Download our free activity sheet here: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
#CotCchallenge
For our first weekly challenge, we are challenging you to learn how to find your pulse and your heart rate, then investigate what happens to your heart rate when you exercise 🏃♀️
Download our free heart rate activity sheet from the Home Resources section of our website: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/home-resources/
Let us know how you get on! #CotCchallenge
These resources are designed to help you explore science from the comfort of your own home. Keep an eye out for our weekly challenge, where each week we wi
Starting this Wednesday we'll be sharing weekly challenges here and on our website! Each challenge is based on one of our science shows or workshops and comes with a free resource. Here's an emoji clue for the first challenge, coming very soon:❤️ 🏃♀️💗 #sciencefromhome
Given the recent developments in the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19), and for the safety of our visitors and staff, we have decided to close Centre of the Cell from Monday 23 March 2020 to 31 May 2020. We will continue to review the closure date as this situation develops.
We appreciate your understanding during these exceptional circumstances. As the situation changes, we will update our social media channels with the latest information.
If you have a booking with us during this closure period, we will be in touch soon.
While our doors will be closed for a while, you can visit the Learn and Play section on our website, which contains learning resources and online interactives - https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/.
Our staff will be moving across to remote working during the closure period. The best way to contact us is by email at [email protected].
For the latest updates and more information on Queen Mary University of London and Centre of the Cell’s response to Coronavirus, please see www.qmul.ac.uk/coronavirus.
For the time being, please stay safe and keep in touch with us through any of our social media channels.
Best wishes,
Centre of the Cell Team
We've got a range of #apps that are free to download, to keep you entertained while you're staying in. Collect gene samples, dodge asthma triggers, race a poo, fight cancer, and more! #stayathome https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/centre-of-the-cell-apps/
Given the recent developments in the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19), and for the safety of our visitors and staff, we have decided to close Centre of the Cell from Monday 23 March 2020 to 30 April 2020. We will continue to review the closure date as this situation develops.
We appreciate your understanding during these exceptional circumstances. As the situation changes, we will update our social media channels with the latest information.
If you have a booking with us during this closure period, we will be in touch soon.
While our doors will be closed for a while, you can visit the Learn and Play section on our website, which contains learning resources and online interactives - https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/.
Our staff will be moving across to remote working during the closure period. The best way to contact us is by email at [email protected].
For the latest updates and more information on Queen Mary University of London and Centre of the Cell’s response to Coronavirus, please see www.qmul.ac.uk/coronavirus.
For the time being, please stay safe and keep in touch with us through any of our social media channels.
Best wishes,
Centre of the Cell Team
Want to have your say about a new show? We are developing a new show all about the brain and nervous system aimed at KS4 and families. To make this the best possible show we can, we need your help. If you would like to share your opinion with us then please fill out the following survey: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/K8YG6RD
It takes less than 5 minutes and we can't wait to read any responses!
Get to know the Centre of the Cell team on our blog! We've got mini-profiles for each of our team members - find out our favourite science facts and Centre of the Cell shows here: https://www.centreofthecell.org/learn-play/blog/meet-the-team/
Our next MuSci-Hear event explores the fascinating world of science and music! Attend to find out how people with impaired hearing can still appreciate music followed by a clavichord performace. bit.ly/MuSciHear
Tonight we explore how we literally ‘hear’ music. What faculties might compensate if our hearing is impaired?
Our February #halfterm events are now live on our website! Join us for hands-on activities, science shows and visits to our interactive STEM Pod: https://www.centreofthecell.org/events/
Interested in community research? Check out this role to become a youth engagement manager.
https://www.safh.org.uk/join-us
We need someone to think creatively and develop different and effective ways to engage with Pakistani and Bangladeshi young people (age 16-25) to promote our research with Queen Mary University.
Works out! Fun last day spent at Tower of London, followed by team lunch. Have a great festive break and see you all in the new year!
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Check out the first test for all the neuron pod lights!
#neuronpod is being welded together! We're so #excited!
Learning & Outreach Officer Rebecca creates some #toothpaste worthy of an elephant for our #Teethtastic #halfterm events! Don't try this at home without adult supervision! #elephanttoothpaste
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