Pictured: (l-r) Paul Jackson, Engineering UK, Kathryn
James, MD of the NEC and Paul Golby, Chairman of EOn and Chair of
Big Bang
The Bang UK Young Scientists & Engineers Fair comes to The
NEC, Birmingham in March 2012 and local schools and families can
now register online for free tickets at www.thebigbangfair.co.uk.
Promising to be bigger and better than ever, people in the West
Midlands are being encouraged to sign up early to become part of
the UK's largest free celebration of science and engineering for
young people.
The organisers got together at the NEC, joined by the exhibition
venue's Managing Director Kathryn James, last week to launch the
event and talk through plans with exhibitors.
Promising to be bigger and better than ever, Kathryn James said:
"We are delighted to be welcoming this high profile event to
Birmingham, designed to inspire young minds. It will be a large
event, running across three halls at the NEC and utilising all our
conference facilities.
"Attracting this event to the city has been a team approach
involving Birmingham City Council and other regional partners, and
is fine example of how the region often pulls together to secure
events that bring visitors and profile to the city."
Taking place from 15-17 March 2012, The Big Bang Fair aims to
bring the thrill of science to life for thousands of young people
aged 5-19 and inspire future talent. Youngsters can make the
impossible possible with a host of hands-on activities, from
building chocolate bridges and experimenting with a bionic eye to
meeting robots and exploring the wonders of outer space with the
Mars Rover.
The three-day spectacular combines more than 120 interactive
activities, exhibitions and live shows, such as Brainiac Live! to
demonstrate just how fun and inspiring science, technology,
engineering and maths can be. School groups will be invited to
visit the first two days of The Big Bang Fair, which will also open
to families and community groups on the Saturday.
The Big Bang Fair also hosts the finals of the 2012 National
Science & Engineering Competition where students from across
the country will compete to claim one of the UK's most prestigious
science and engineering honours for young people.
King Edward VI High School for Girls is just one of many
Birmingham schools showcasing their talent at The Fair as pupil
Stephanie Galvao takes to the limelight with her in-depth
investigation into improving the treatment of cancer patients.
Paul Jackson, Chief Executive of The Big Bang Fair 2012,
said:
"The Big Bang Fair is set to be bigger and better than before
when it arrives at The NEC, Birmingham next March. With lots of
amazing events and activities lined-up, it's the perfect
opportunity for young people to discover what science and
engineering is all about.
"Over 29,000 people visited The Big Bang Fair in London last
year so we advise that parents and teachers register for free
tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment."
To find out more about The Big Bang Fair, and to book your
place, visit www.thebigbangfair.co.uk or www.thenec.co.uk.