Events
We organise exhibitions, conferences, events, debates and parliamentary receptions aimed at the general public, young people, policy makers, business and schools.
For more details about NERC's involvement in these events contact Rebecca Farncombe.
Events diary
2 March 2010
SDUK Conference 2010
Transition to a Low Carbon Economy 
Royal College of Physicians, London
GovNet's 5th annual SDUK Conference is the UK's premier event for those involved with the UK sustainable development agenda. Through strategically placed high-level speakers such as Professor John Beddington, Chief Scientific Adviser to HM Government and the Rt. Hon. Hilary Benn MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and in-depth workshops, SDUK2010 will examine the wide-scale adaption needed by individuals, government, communities and business alike if we are to minimise the effects of a changing climate and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. NERC is sponsoring and exhibiting at this event.
23 March 2010
The Breathing Ocean
Finale event: UK Surface Ocean - Lower Atmosphere Study
Met Office, Exeter
This event will present the latest research in a key area of Earth system science: how the sea and sky are connected by chemical, physical and biological processes. Such connections between ocean and atmosphere play a crucial role in determining marine productivity, air quality and the global climate. The UK SOLAS community has investigated these processes with the Met Office and other national and international partners, through a five year, £11m research programme that is now nearing completion.
Deadline for registration is 19 March 2010.
31 March 2010
Science Museum Lates:
Experiment Earth
Science Museum, London
NERC is sponsoring the geoengineering themed Lates programme on 31 March at the Science Museum. Find out what geoengineering is, the different techniques that can be used and hear from scientists who are involved in the research. Science Museum Lates is a free adults only event held once a month allowing you to experience the Science Museum after hours. Each Lates has a varied programme of entertainment and provides the opportunity to explore the museum's most popular exhibitions away from children.
10-13 May 2010
Earth System Science 2010
Global Change, Climate and People
Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Edinburgh, UK
This three day event will showcase recent advances in the understanding of Earth system dynamics and highlight new directions for the analysis of the interactions between humans and our environment.
21 May - 18 July 2010
BioBlitz
Various locations around the UK
A 'BioBlitz' is a large scale event that engages large numbers of people with biodiversity, inviting them to get directly involved in surveying and monitoring. These are a great way to work with local scientists seeking, identifying and recording as many species as possible in a 24 hour period. 2010 is the International Year of Biodiversity - BioBlitzes across the country will be linking up to share experiences and resources.
More information on venues and dates will be available from March 2010.
9-13 June 2010
Cheltenham Science Festival 2010
Cheltenham
NERC are sponsoring a number of debates at this year's Science Festival which is guest directed by Heston Blumenthal and Brian Cox. The full programme of cutting edge debates, lively discussions and talks from scientific stars will be available in March 2010, when tickets go on sale.
26 June - 4 July 2010
Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition
Royal Festival Hall, London
The Royal Society's annual Summer Science Exhibition offers a fantastic opportunity to discover the best science and technology research from across the UK for free. NERC-funded scientists will be present to discuss their work and demonstrate it using specially developed interactive exhibits.
For more details about NERC's involvement in these events contact:
Rebecca Farncombe
Events Manager
Natural Environment Research Council
Polaris House, North Star Avenue
Swindon, SN2 1EU
Tel: 01793 411568
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