City gets ready for science festival

Local children will also be involved – as BBC One’s Bang Goes the Theory programme broadcasts live from Centenary Square.

Events for adults include Sir Ranulph Fiennes’ account of the extremes of global exploration and Robert Winston’s discussion about why some of humanity’s brilliant innovations may also have been bad ideas.

British Science Association chief executive Roland Jackson said: “We are thrilled to be returning, on our third visit since 1831, to Bradford; a diverse city with thriving cultural and educational institutions. This major national event, in the full gaze of the media, will draw public attention to the latest developments in science and technology, and will stimulate discussion about their implications and the place of the sciences in modern culture.”

Councillor David Green, Bradford Council member for regeneration and economy said: “The festival will have an exciting programme of events and is a great opportunity for all of us, especially children and young people, to join in and learn more about the latest developments in science and technology. The festival will also bring many visitors to Bradford and boost our local economy.”

Bradford University’s vice-chancellor, Professor Mark Cleary, said: “The University is keenly counting the days to September 10.

“It will be receiving scientists and speakers from around the world, and opening our campus up to local people so they can be involved in this terrific event.”

Comprehensive details of events for all ages are being posted online – at www.britishscienceassociation.org/web/BritishScienceFestival/. Some events for children cost £5 per place – but accompanied adults get in free.