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2007 Events
Observing Space at The Open University |
Time: 6 - 8pm with observing until midnight
Location: The Open University
Join experts to learn about the night sky and finding your way around it, then enjoy a hands-on observation session using telescopes and cameras. Remember to bring warm clothing. ...more
Reaching Out With Robots |
Time: 9am - 6pm
Location: Midsummer Place
Hands-on robot activities including a robot treasure hunt, robot dance, robot amusement park, robot rescue and robot fashion show demonstrating programming and assembly skills and processes. ...more
Obesity & Diabetes - The Modern Day Health Epidemic |
Time: 7 - 9pm
Location: Ian Fairbairn Lecture Theatre, Buckingham University
A presentation from Professor Mike Cawthorne, Director of Metabolic Research & Professorial Research Fellow ...more
Astro Tourism Talk |
Time: 8pm
Location: Rectory Cottages, Church Green Road, Bletchley
When astronomical events do not come to you reliably, you have to travel to them. Some events will only be visible at a specific location like solar eclipses and some others will be eclipsed by weather conditions. ...more
Science Is All Around You |
Time: 11am - 5pm
Location: Midsummer Place
How is ice-cream made? How does a microwave work? Why do neon lights glow? How to make a vacuum and much more including a demonstration with a Urey-Miller machine, supported by the Science and Technology Facilities Council. ...more
Online Solar Observing |
Time: Live from 6th July
Location: http://oursun.open.ac.uk
Find out all about the Sun - how it works, how far away it is, and what would happen if the Sun went out! ...more
Battle of Britain Memorial Lancaster Bomber Flypast |
Time: 10.30am - 5pm
Location: Bletchley Park
See the only surviving airworthy Lancaster bomber in the UK flypast at Bletchley Park. (All flights are subject to weather conditions) ...more
Classic Car & Motorbike Picnic at Bletchley Park |
Time: 10.30am - 5pm
Location: Bletchley Park
An Annual Event for classic car and motorbike enthusiasts as well as families. ...more
Splash! Bang! Boom! Investigating Our Changing Planet |
Time: 9am - 6pm
Location: Midsummer Place
A variety of exhibitions and hands-on demonstrations featuring Hazards, Rocks, Fossils and the Environment will be presented including an exploding volcano for you to enjoy and explore, rock races, a display of magic minerals with mysterious properties and hands-on demonstrations showing how the greenhouse effect works. ...more
Mathematics of War |
Time: 10 - 10.40am
Location: The Mansion, Bletchley Park
The presentation attempts to sketch a brief history of mathematical developments that are predominantly influenced by war. The talk includes video clips and a short quiz. ...more
Hidden Broadcasts |
Time: 12 - 12.40pm
Location: The Mansion, Bletchley Park
Learn about the secret radio broadcasts from Prisoners of War and hear recordings from Germany and the Middle East. ...more
Getting Our Young People Into Science, Engineering and Technology |
Time: 4 - 7pm
Location: Berrill Lecture Theatre, The Open University
SPARC, the regional network for technology-led businesses across Oxford to Cambridge, and BizTech, the Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce's Business and Technology network, will join forces on July 9th to host a high profile panel debate on how to attract young people into science, engineering and technology (SET). ...more
Science and Ethics Debate |
Time: 6 - 8pm
Location: Church of Christ the Cornerstone
What is the responsibility of the scientist for the outcome of their research? Is pursuit of knowledge itself cause for pursuit of research (e.g. STEM cells, animal testing). It will be hosted by Professor Timothy Chappell, the Director of The Open University's Ethics Centre. ...more
Why Boys Like Things and Girls Like People |
Time: 12 - 2.30pm
Location: Cranfield Management Development Centre
A debate on the psychological and physiological differences behind the decline in the number of women entering Science, Engineering & Technology. The room will then have the opportunity to continue a discussion on the issues raised over a delicious three course lunch. ...more
Redway Nature Trail |
Time: As long as you need!
Location: http://www.open.ac.uk/science/biosci/nature/
Download the trail map with the description of plants and animals you are likely to see along the way. ...more
Milton Keynes' Role in Stopping Climate Change Debate |
Time: 6 - 8pm
Location: Church of Christ the Cornerstone
Come and hear how Milton Keynes will adapt to the age of climate change. This session represents an opportunity for the panel and audience to debate the challenges and opportunities that climate change presents for Milton Keynes. ...more
Science and Superstition Debate |
Time: 6 - 8pm
Location: Church of Christ the Cornerstone
Friday 13th - the perfect day for this debate! Why are we so prone to superstition? Why do so many people ascribe to astrology? Why do so many people believe in ghosts and the supernatural? Eminent speakers will discuss the development of superstition and its conflicts with science. ...more
Splash! Bang! Boom! Investigating Our Changing Planet |
Time: 9am - 6pm
Location: Midsummer Place
A variety of exhibitions and hands-on demonstrations featuring Hazards, Rocks, Fossils and the Environment will be presented including an exploding volcano for you to enjoy and explore, rock races, a display of magic minerals with mysterious properties and hands-on demonstrations showing how the greenhouse effect works. ...more
Observing Space at The Open University |
Time: 6 - 8pm with observing until midnight
Location: The Open University
Join experts to learn about the night sky, finding your way around it and then enjoy a hands on solar observation session using telescopes and cameras. Remember to bring warm clothing. ...more
Climate Change and the Environment Open Day |
Time: 11am - 3pm
Location: Forum Area of Building 83, Cranfield University
Meet academics showcasing their projects on climate change and the environment, find out about potential technological solutions with an emphasis on transport and power generation and get the chance to see the equipment involved in the research. ...more
Bioscience - The Body In Life and Disease |
Time: 11am - 5pm
Location: Midsummer Place
Exhibition and demonstration on body parts, pathology of disease, including nutrition and diet assessments, the role of scientists in the NHS, competitions and prizes. Cholesterol testing will also be available! ...more
Robotics and Games Technology |
Time: 11am - 5pm
Location: Midsummer Place
Demonstration and exhibition of robots, games technology and tools for interacting with virtual reality environments. ...more
The Virtual World |
Time: 11am - 5pm
Location: Midsummer Place
Exhibition and demonstration showing the creation of virtual human beings that interact in a virtual computer world. ...more
Health Measurements |
Time: 11am - 5pm
Location: Midsummer Place
Exhibition and demonstrations including the measurement of skinfolds, height and weight, waist-hip circumference and blood pressure. ...more
Measuring Brainwaves |
Time: 11am - 5pm
Location: Midsummer Place
See how brainwaves are measured using EEG equipment to pick up electrical activity (alpha waves). Come along and see for yourself. ...more
UK in Space |
Time: 2 - 4pm
Location: Church of Christ the Cornerstone
Three 20 minute talks followed by a question and answer session. Space: The Final Frontier, Potential UK Manned Missions and The Physical Price of a Ticket Into Space, organised by the British Interplanetary Society. ...more
Don't say 'Cheese!' say 'Science!' |
Time: Closing date: 16th July
Location: All around Milton Keynes!
Do you fancy winning a sensational Sony Digital Camera and having your photographs posted in a gallery on MK web for everyone to see? Just send us your picture of how science touches your life in Milton Keynes. ...more
CHaOS at MK4U 7 & 8th July |
Time: 2 - 9pm
Location: Campbell Park
The CHaOS roadshow at MK4U features hands on science experiments for everyone to try! ...more
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Framework agreement signed for pioneering Infrastructure Tariff
A new agreement that is expected to raise more that £300 million to help pay for the growth of Milton Keynes has been signed.
Top government official visits Milton Keynes
Communities and Local Government Permanent Secretary, Peter Housden, recently visited Milton Keynes to see how growth is developing in the ‘new city’ and in particular those areas where MKP is responsible for project delivery.
Annual Review 2006
The MKPC Annual Review is designed to update you on our activities and to highlight some of the year’s major achievements.
