Explorazone

See some of the most exciting science and meet the best and friendliest inventors in town for free. Try out dozens of interactive activities and demonstrations suitable for all ages.

For one hour, from 11am, Explorazone will be open just for adults and children and the families of those who are within the autistic spectrum or who have other neurodivergent conditions. Join the researchers to explore and discuss science and ideas in a quieter and less-crowded space.

Please help us keep track of venue capacity by booking your approximate arrival time. You can arrive at any time during your hour-long arrival slot, then stay for as long as you like. Last entry 4pm, event closes at 5pm.

Activities include:

Fusion Energy: Can you reach 100 million degrees? (Tokamak Energy Ltd)

Radiation all around us, every day (UK Health Security Agency)

Surface matters (Harwells XPS)

Protecting your future (University of Oxford)

Harnessing the power of the immune system (Immunocore)

How & Why we edit genes (University of Oxford - MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine)

Science around the world (University of Oxford - Pandemic Sciences Institute)

Diamond: more than just a gemstone (Element Six UK Ltd)

Cutting-edge research (Oxford University - Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences)

AI: Can you spot the difference? (Mirada Medical)

Superconductivity and MRI (Siemens)

Animal boudoir (ASAB)

Banana equivalent dose (Blue Earth Diagnostics Ltd)

IF Oxford uses Pay What You Decide (PWYD) ticketing so you can choose to pay whatever you want, or can afford. You can make your donation during booking or after the event and the amount you pay is up to you. A suggested donation of £5 per person for each event enjoyed will help secure the future of the Festival.

IF Oxford is run by The Oxfordshire Science Festival (charity #1151361) and your donation may be eligible for Gift Aid, where a charity can claim back an extra 25% of your donation at no cost to you. Gift Aid forms can be downloaded from www.if-oxford.com/donate

The Festival reserves the right to modify event formats and manage the audience in accordance to the Festival’s Attendance Policy: https://if-oxford.com/about/policies/attendance-policy/

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Wesley Memorial Methodist Church, New Inn Hall Street, Oxford, United Kingdom