Teenagers developed drama and music performances after working creatively with biomedical researchers. The 'Seeking Perfection' project explored human enhancement - tackling issues such as boosting athletic performance and using plastic surgery. The project was led by...
This is a national competition to excite 7 to 19-year-olds about computer science. The annual UK Schools Computer Animation Competition, founded in 2008, aims to encourage the next generation to become not just users of computers, but also creators of the future. The...
Our cultural institutions are involved in a collaborative arts and health project with Manchester Schools Hospital Service for 7 to 16-year-olds. The project involves the Whitworth, Manchester Museum, and Manchester Schools Hospital and Home Teaching Service. With...
Fruit fly research covers many areas of biomedical science, providing opportunities to teach biology in engaging ways, link to contemporary research, and create memorable micro-experiments that are affordable and feasible in schools. The droso4schools initiative,...
Whitworth Young Contemporaries is a programme developed by and for young people aged 11 to 24 based at the Whitworth. A core group of twenty 16 to 24-year-olds from diverse backgrounds meet weekly to plan and deliver a programme of workshops and creative events with a...
Developed in 2016 by Dr Lynne Bianchi and led by the Science & Engineering Education Research and Innovation Hub, the Great Science Share for Schools is a fast growing national campaign designed to engage young people in science and engineering. The...
