Over 9000 people took part in activities led by researchers from across all Divisions, as well as from partner organisations Oxford Brookes University and MRC Harwell.
"The Curiosity Carnival is another first for Oxford. We are delighted to have this opportunity to showcase our world leading research, and engage with the community on projects that will shape all our futures." - Professor Louise Richardson, Vice Chancellor of the University of Oxford
Medical Sciences Division researchers were out in force to bring their research to the public. Musical numbers attracted lots of attention, with the Oxford Belles helping psychologist Robin Dunbar explore singing and social cohesion, while the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute organised a concert with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment on the science of sleep.
Among many other highlights, attendees were invited to ‘Knit-a-Neuron’ with Emma Palmer-Cooper, have a go at doing an endoscopy with Claire Pearson, and attend a dance performance of heart rhythms with researchers from the Radcliffe Department of Medicine.