Build your own smartphone projector using recycled materials. Experiment with lenses to learn how they focus light and affect image quality.
A demonstration which shows just how important the interaction between the human mind and a computer is by illustrating the Stroop Effect.
Understand how compasses work - and how they malfunction! A great way to learn about magnetism, magnetic materials and the Earth’s magnetic field.
What are electromagnets and why do we use them? Discover the physics of electromagnetism by turning a nail into a magnet using simple, household materials.
Discover the science behind a famous magic trick: lying on a bed of nails! Is it a trick after all?
Mix some colours using an Arduino Uno to control an RGB LED. Introduction to microcontroller programming. Sample code available. Great for beginners!
Freeze water instantly by sharply knocking a bottle of supercooled liquid water. It may look like magic, but there's some pretty cool science behind it.
Experiment with the science of density by stacking different liquids in order to make a colourful tower.
Build a simple suspension bridge model. Understand the forces acting on a bridge and its special structural elements. A fun activity for young engineers.
Build a simple DC motor. This quick and easy experiment illustrates the principles of motoring, basic circuits and electromagnetism.