Explore how UNESCO and Bradford are is solving global challenges at Science Museum’s Lates

Join us on Wednesday 27 March for a special Lates in collaboration with UNESCO UK that will explore the incredible work of this global organisation.

UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) is the United Nations body responsible for coordinating international cooperation in education, science, culture and communication. It aims to ensure that everyone has access to quality education, may grow and thrive in an environment rich in diversity and dialogue, can fully benefit from scientific advances, and can enjoy full freedom of expression.

Discover how UNESCO uses science and the latest technology to understand the past and safeguard our future. From preserving historic sites like Stonehenge and Greenwich to the ancient sculptures of Katmandu meet the UK based experts carrying out the vital work of UNESCO across the globe.

Find out how autonomous submarines are helping climate scientists map changes in the Antarctic ocean and how lasers could he p avert natural disasters. Learn how scientists are working together to provide access to clean water, avert environmental catastrophes and tackle climate change.

All this and much more, Including the chance to go on a virtual journey that is out of this world in Space Descent VR with Tim Peake and get down at our famous intergalactic silent disco.
The Science of UNESCO Lates is at the Science Museum on Wednesday 27 March from 18.45 – 22.00.

For more information and to book free tickets see: https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/lates
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The Lates Highlights

Stonehenge’s secrets
Stonehenge is one of the most studied archaeological monuments in Britain. Find out the results of the largest survey ever carried out on the World Heritage site and discover Its fascinating history.

Putting the “S” in UNESCO
Learn more about the “Science” in UNESCO. Discover the extraordinary organisation behind CERN and the Tsunami Warning System, and how UNESCO promotes science as key for global peace and sustainability.

Solving global challenges
Meet the scientists confronting some of the biggest global challenges as they demonstrate pioneering solutions to issues including climate change, environmental devastation and access to clean water.
Preserving Katmandu’s heritage
Katmandu’s sculptures and inscriptions are one of Asia’s wonders, but theft and earthquake destruction have caused many to be lost. Learn how Photogrammetry is being used to record surviving pieces and print 3D replicas.
Exploring our oceans with the British Antarctic Survey
Come and see how UK marine robots, including the Autosub Long Range fleet which includes “Boaty McBoatface” are contributing to our understanding of oceans by mapping the deepsea floor and measuring the impacts of climate change.
Virtual Avebury
This Virtual Reality experience will take you 4,300 years back in time to exp ore Avebury World Heritage Site and the largest known Neolithic stone circle in the world.
Tracking floods
Early warning systems for floods and droughts are crucial for communities across the world. Discover how tiny laser-based sensors on r Ivers and water wells can provide this information and save lives.
Greenwich Park Revealed
Discover the work of The Roya Parks charity and their latest project Greenwich Park Revealed as they seek to protect and enhance Greenwich Park’s heritage and natural landscape. The project poses a unique challenge as the park dates from the 17th century, is home to a 600 year-old deer park and welcomes five million visitors a year.
Discovering the treasures of Cornwall
Join Geologists as they time-travel to the Cornish mines. Find out about the treasures this amazing landscape holds, how these are essential to our everyday lives and how we mine them today.
Microscopic marvels and magnificent monuments
Meet Historic England’s scientists and discover how they investigate England’s World Heritage Sites. From diving into an ancient shipwreck to discovering the origins of objects through laser scanning.
Conserving Greenwich’s Painted Hall
Will Palin, Conservation Director at the Royal Naval College will reveal the secrets of a painstaking project to conserve a 4,000m2 Baroque painting while allowing the public unprecedented access to a unique piece of history.
Silent Disco
Whether you’re practising your moves or just in the mood to slam dunk the funk, grab a headset, select your tunes and dance until you drop.
The Sun: Living With Our Star
Spectacular Interactive experiences, unique artefacts and stunning imagery shed fresh light on humanity’s relationship with our closest star In our blockbuster exhibition. Visitors can bask in sunlight on our indoor beach, virtually try on a range of historic sunglasses In a dig•ta mirror and see the Sun rise in different seasons and ocatlons around the world on a huge illuminated wall display. 50% off the usual ticket price.
The Last Tsar: Blood and Revolution
Explore the extraordinary lives and deaths of Tsar Nicholas Il and his family and go behind the scenes to uncover the science behind one of the greatest mysteries of the 20th century in this popular exhibition.
Space Descent VR with Tim Peake
Embark on an out-of-this-world virtual reality mission and experience the thri I of being an astronaut. With Tim Peake as your guide, retrace the 400 km high-speed journey back to Earth from the International Space Station. 35% off the usual ticket price.

VISITOR INFORMATION
Wednesday 27 February, 18.45 – 22.00
Entry to Lates is FREE but ticketed, and for ages 18+ sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/lates

Location

Science Museum London