Rockets grab attention, but satellites keep Britain running. Libby Jackson, Head of Space, agrees with the conclusions of a new House of Lords report: understanding space is not a luxury — it’s critical for the nation.
A number of guest authors, from scientists to artists, contribute to our blog, taking you behind the scenes, exploring the incredible objects in our collection, our award-winning exhibitions and the scientific achievements making headlines today.
To mark 40 years since the production of the first ARM microprocessor, Assistant Curator Cait Scott explores computing history and the career of one of ARM’s pioneering programmers, Sophie Wilson.
With the clocks due to change, we asked our photography team to share how they photographed the stunning timepieces in The Clockmakers’ Museum at the Science Museum. Lead photographer Isidora Bojovic Bell shares how the team documented the oldest clock and watch collection in the world.
To celebrate the winter season, we’ve chosen the top ten cold worlds from gaming history. Brrrr!
To mark the opening of a new temporary display on Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy in the Clockmakers’ Museum gallery, Curator Anna Rolls takes a look at the legacy of this clockmaker and explores how he was involved in the changing face of London during the 1800s .
In August, over 100 Environment Agency experts volunteered their time to deliver free hands-on careers sessions with young visitors in Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery. Chief Scientist at the Environment Agency, Dr Robert Bradburne, reflects on the activities and the positive impact an environmental career could have on the next generation.
This week a mission launched to investigate the watery oceans beneath the icy surface of Jupiter’s moon Europa – and whether it has the conditions to support life. Associate Curator, Lucy Twisleton, explores the journey, the spacecraft and the data it will collect.
To mark 150 years since the opening of Britain’s first medical school for women, Assistant Curator Cait Scott explores the pioneering women behind the LSMW and its legacy today.
The Astronomer Royal, Lord Martin Rees, gives his verdict on the long-term future of space exploration.
Recent figures indicate that in the UK only 16.5% of engineers are women*. In a profession where female engineers are so underrepresented, we caught up with two generations of software engineers who discuss their own experiences this #INWED24.
To celebrate the 39th anniversary of Shannon Lucid’s first spaceflight on 17 June 1985, Assistant Curator Lucy Twisleton takes a closer look at the career and legacy of this pioneering astronaut and biochemist.
Join us as we explore five exhibition highlights that link to the National Curriculum for science and music in KS1 and KS2. Take a musical tour through objects and interactives that encourage hands-on engagement and promote self-expression.