Y10 Science Live Sheffield 3rd March 2026
30 Jan 2026
The primary objective is to generate greater enthusiasm for science amongst GCSE pupils.
The chance to see and hear five of Britain’s top scientists, all working at the cutting edge of their specialisms with all the scientists are carefully chosen for their ability to communicate with students of this age in a direct and exciting way. The day will be fast-moving, exciting, thought-provoking and will give students the chance to raise issues with the scientists.
Each pupil will receive a well-produced booklet with details about each scientist, the lectures and some general articles about studying science and working as scientists – as well as a number of pieces from an experienced chief examiner on success with Science GCSE.
Prof. Robert Winston, a medical doctor, distinguished scientist, particularly in the area of human fertility.
Prof Jim Al-Khalili is professor of physics at the University of Surrey and also has a chair in the Public Engagement of Science. He won a Faraday prize for science communication.
Prof Andrea Sella, If ever there was a perfect chemistry lecture this is it. Not only does he speak beautifully about chemical processes, he uses chemicals on the stage to illustrate his ideas.
Dr Eleonora D’Elia, an amazing materials science from Senior Teaching Fellow at Imperial College London. As well as teaching undergraduate courses, Eleonora focuses on outreach for schools in the Department of Materials. She is a STEM ambassador and a member of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
Professor Suzie Imber, professor of Space Physics at the University of Leicester, Suzie Imber specialises in combining satellite and ground-based data to understand the interaction of the Sun with the planets in our solar system, an area of research known as Space Weather, which will be the subject of her talk. In 2021, she was awarded the Rosalind Franklin Award by the Royal Society and was the winner of BBC 2’s Astronaut, Do you have what it takes? television series.
