Edinburgh Science Festival presents StrongWomen Science: two circus scientists Aoife Raleigh (an engineer(Orange)) and Maria Co

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Edinburgh Science Festival presents StrongWomen Science: two circus scientists Aoife Raleigh (an engineer(Orange)) and Maria Corcoran (a chemist(Blue)) reveal the scientific secrets behind their astounding tricks. In a fun, lively and fast-paced performance, find out how jugglers, fire eaters, acrobats and hula hoop artists use science to create their amazing acts. Then have a go at some of the circus science experiments yourself in hands-on post-show activities (limited availability). StrongWomen Science doesn’t only illustrate scientific facts. It seeks to promote enquiry, inventiveness and accessibility in science and technology, making it open to all, in particular young women and girls. In addition to demonstrating scientific principles in fun and accessible ways, it looks at the worth of failure and the power of teamwork, both shared by science and circus. Because when science meets circus, anything’s possible. StrongWomen Science Wednesday 10 April at 2pm, Pleasance Theatre Children 5+

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