James Watt 2019

To celebrate the works and legacy of James Watt in the 200th anniversary year of his death, Glasgow Science Festival, the University of Glasgow and patners are undertaking a number of events throughout 2019 to honour this pioneer of the Industrial Revolution and explore the fantastic engineering happening today.

See below for events taking place during Glasgow Science Festival.

For more events running throughout the year, visit the University of Glasgow website.

Adult

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James Watt engine idea on grey

1 - The James Watt Print Show

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 15:25:00 GMT

Roger Farnham and Jacki Parry describe how they made ink using James Watt's 1780 patent recipe and paper using the ingredients available in the late 18th century at this exhibition and demonstration.

2 - Ingenious Circus: Greater Showmen

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 09:59:00 GMT

How does science make the circus even more spectacular? Join Glasgow Science Festival and Aerial Edge for this interactive talk. Supported by the Royal Academy of Engineering.

Robot and scientist
Robot and scientist

15 - Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow: Nanotechnology

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 15:51:00 GMT

The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow hosts a lecture by Prof Douglas Paul from the University of Glasgow, on the topic of nanotechnology. Followed by a Q&A.

All ages

Botanics
Botanics

23 - Glasgow Science Festival at the Botanics: Energy & Nature

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 17:19:00 GMT

Discover science in the beautiful setting of Glasgow's Botanic Gardens. Sponsored by ScottishPower.

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Train and window

33 - Loco Motives

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 15:47:00 BST

Visit the Glasgow Museums Store at Kelvin Hall to see a variety of toy steam trains from over the years, then have a go at making your own train from a selection of recycled materials.

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airplanes aeroplanes

34 - Airships, Steamships and Spitfires: 100 Years of Women in Engineering

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 10:13:00 GMT

Dr Nina Baker shares some of the terrific stories about amazing women from her years of research into the hidden histories of women in engineering.

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City tour on green

38 - Science on the Streets: City Centre Tour

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 16:29:00 GMT

Explore the history of science and technology in Glasgow with this free walking tour.

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Aerial engineeringgreen background tile

39 - Ingenious Circus: Taster Session

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 16:47:00 GMT

Have a taste of the circus with Aerial Edge at this short practical session. Supported by the Royal Academy of Engineering.

Schools

2019 James Watt engine idea on green
2019 James Watt engine idea on green

57 - Engineering Taster: What Difference a Condenser Makes

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 13:21:00 BST

Participants will be given a mini lecture about James Watt's contribution to Engineering during his time here at the University of Glasgow. Participants will then be presented with challenges to see if they can improve an everyday item.

50 - Creating Engineers Grand Final

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 14:15:00 GMT

Which of our talented pupils will be crowned this year's 'Creating Engineers Grand Champions'? Sponsored by the University of Glasgow as part of James Watt 2019 celebrations. With special thanks to the DS Smith Charitable Foundation for their support.

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