Keep up-to-date on the latest, most exciting, scientific research with our Instant Expert series ticket

Our programme of Instant Expert events from November 2024 to April 2025 includes an incredible range of exciting topics to satisfy your scientific curiosity. 

From uncovering the strange world of quantum mechanics, unlocking the secrets of the subatomic universe, delving into the mysteries of the human mind or learning how to live a longer, healthier live, our Instant Expert events will help you better understand the world around you and keep you up-to-date on the latest, most exciting, scientific research out there.  

PLUS, you can make big savings by booking early and signing up for one of our strictly limited multi-event series tickets.

Your series ticket includes access to the following six Instant Expert events, all taking place at the Congress Centre in London ...

Instant Expert

Become an expert in the weird and wonderful world of quantum mechanics

Get up to speed on the weird and wonderful world of quantum mechanics in this one-day intensive workshop. Our line-up of six leading quantum experts will explain this famously complex field in easily understandable language; perfect for those curious about the quantum but who may not have a science background.

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9 Nov 2024

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Discover more about the brain’s hidden wonders

Join us as our six expert speakers delve into the fascinating realms of neuroscience, psychology, and physiology. Find out about the latest breakthroughs and innovative strategies to enhance your brain's performance. Don’t miss this chance to discover more about the brain’s hidden wonders.

Event

7 Dec 2024

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Find out everything we know about the subatomic universe

Join six leading experts to find out everything we know about what stuff is made of.

Event

18 Jan 2025

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Join cosmology experts as they reveal the latest research about our universe

From the nature of dark matter and dark energy to the origins of the universe itself, scientists are grappling with questions that challenge our fundamental understanding of reality.

Event

15 Mar 2025

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Discover if science has the answers to a longer, healthier life

Join six world-leading experts from across the scientific disciplines to discover if science has the answers to a longer, healthier life.

Event

8 Feb 2025

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Find out how our minds and bodies are inextricably linked

Join six world-leading experts to discover how our minds and bodies are inextricably linked, and how leading-edge neuroscience is revealing what this means for our future health and wellbeing.

Event

26 Apr 2025

Booking information:

The events will be held at the Congress Centre, 28 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3LS

Doors will open at 9:15am, with talks commencing at 10am sharp. The events will finish at 5pm.

We require the name of each person attending - please ensure this is provided at the time of booking. If you need to change the name of an attendee, please notify us as soon as possible: live@newscientist.com

Eventbrite will email you your ticket(s) immediately after purchase. Please remember to bring your ticket(s) with you as you'll need it to gain entry. We can scan tickets from a print out, or off the screen of a phone / tablet / smartwatch.

The schedule / exact running order for the day will be confirmed closer to each event, and will be emailed to all ticket holders.

Lunch will NOT be provided at these events. Visitors are welcome to bring their own food, or purchase lunch at one of the many establishments in the surrounding area.

Should you require details about disabled access, please contact us at: live@newscientist.com

Tickets are non-transferable to any other New Scientist events.

All tickets are non-refundable.

New Scientist reserves the right to alter the events and their line-up, or cancel the events. In the unlikely event of cancellation, all tickets will be fully refunded. New Scientist Ltd will not be liable for any additional expenses incurred by ticket holders in relation to the event.

Tickets are subject to availability and are only available in advance through Eventbrite.