The u3a Science Network hosts regular talks online via Zoom for u3a members.

Tuesday 29 September, 11am - Experimental brain research: from old suppositions to modern observations, with Professor Itamar Ronen

Tuesday 6 October, 11am - First light: the formation of the first stars, blackholes, and galaxies, with Professor Stephen Wilkins

Tickets to all online events will be available for booking 4-6 weeks before the event is due to take place, via the u3a online events webpage.

u3a Science Subject Adviser, Barbara, also recommends to u3a members:

The Future Chemistry Hub is a special satellite venue for the British Science Festival 2026, taking place on 16 and 17 September at the University of Southampton’s School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (9.30am-4pm). Under the theme “From Bench to AI: The Bright World of Sustainable Reactions”, the Hub will explore how light, data and sustainable design are shaping modern chemistry.