Nucleus Building, King's Buildings Campus - University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh
The Nucleus will host events and demonstrations for the following groups:
Mathematics:
Meet the mathematicians! What does it really mean to “research maths”, and how and why do people do it? Speak to our mathematicians about their work, learn about our University’s illustrious mathematical history, and engage with props, demos, puzzles and games supported by the School’s outreach team. Witness the one-of-a-kind magic of the 3D zoetrope: watch solid shapes change and animate before your eyes!
Physics and Astronomy:
Come and meet the physicists! Join in our fun hands-on activities and discover the work our physicists undertake at KB. You will have the chance to help us build a giant LEGO model and explore strange worlds with our virtual-reality (VR) headsets, and more.
Engineering:
Engineering is everywhere! From innovative teaching to carbon capture to intriguing electronics, come along and learn what our Engineers are researching here at the University of Edinburgh. Not only will you be able to chat with our staff and student Engineers, but we’ll also have hands-on activities and demonstrations so that you too can be an Engineer!
Chemistry:
Explore a range of hands-on activities showcasing the chemistry being researched here on Kings Campus, as well as activities demonstrating the chemistry fun-damentals, suitable for even young children. Stop by to hear from our chemistry researchers and students and discover how chemistry is all around us!
Scotland’s Rural University College:
Discover the future of sustainable farming at SRUC - join us for an exclusive look at our innovative vertical farm cubes, a cutting-edge solution designed to revolutionise agriculture and urban food production.
You'll learn about the science behind hydroponics, the benefits of vertical farming, and how this technology can address global food security challenges. Whether you're an agriculture enthusiast, a sustainability advocate, or simply curious about the future of food production, SRUC's vertical farm cubes offer a glimpse into the innovative practices shaping tomorrow's farming landscape.
Edinburgh Local
What does the University of Edinburgh do for local residents? Visit this stall to learn about all of the ways we support you: from free access to our museums and galleries, to using our rooms for free and getting financial grants for your local community group. Youngs kids can get creative on our craft table.
Social Responsibility and Sustainability
What is the University of Edinburgh doing to become more socially responsible and sustainable? Visit this table to find out how we’re tackling climate change, restoring biodiversity, and improving people’s lives both in Edinburgh and worldwide.
• Table activities on the table
• Biodiversity tours of KB.
Exhibitions and campus tours:
Find out more about Katie Paterson’s Ideas: a campus-wide art-science installation by one of Scotland’s most celebrated artists. Download the tour app and find the 100 ideas. Discover our science and alumnae exhibitions inside the Nucleus, and explore our outdoor campus history exhibition, which uses unique aerial images to show the evolution of The King’s Buildings over a century.
The Nucleus cafeteria and shop will also be open.
Facilities
Additional Access Information
The Nucleus building is fully accessible. Full details can be found here:
Gallery
Key Information
Hour-long walking tours of campus history and architecture leave at 10.30am, 12 noon and 2pm from the Nucleus Building ticket desk.
Where to find us
Address
- King's Buildings Campus
- Thomas Bayes Road
- Edinburgh
- EH9 3FG