BBC Bang LIVE

Now entering its fifth series, this popular BBC science magazine show has bought science back onto mainstream TV, quite literally with a Bang. This summer, BBC Bang Goes the Theory continues its tour of the UK with its unique science festival, Bang LIVE. 

Jenna and Chloe will be representing the Society of Biology at the events, along with several dedicated volunteers from across the UK. Showcasing an array of hands on biological activities and experiments, whose themes range from nutrition to genetics to ecology, the enthusiastic team are geared up and ready to get stuck into science with you: the Great British public.

Fancy dabbling in the fascinating world of genetics? It’s easy when you know how, and we’ll show you! Have a go at extracting DNA from various squishy fruits. 

Are you a keen sports enthusiast? Come and see how your sporting heroes compare to nature’s very own Animal Olympians.

Which common vegetable doubles up as a pH indicator? We’re getting messy with cabbage and household products.

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There are three dates left for the festival this year, and it’s free for everyone. Come along and get involved in Cwmbran (2^nd-3^rd September), Bradford (10-11^th September) or Manchester (22-23^rd October).

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For more information about the Society of Biology’s activities at Bang Live contact Jenna.

For more information about Bang goes the Theory live tour and TV show click here. You can also book tickets for the free live shows here.

Bang goes the Theory is currently showing on BBC1 on Monday’s at 7:30pm, you can also view past episodes on iPlayer.

You can place your order for an "I <3 Biology" t-shirt here.