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This event is part of the Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition 2026.

Everything in the universe, including us, is built from tiny particles. These particles obey a set of laws called quantum mechanics, which are very different from the rules we see in our everyday experiences. Gravity, the force that keeps Earth orbiting the Sun, does not yet fit neatly with these quantum laws. Since we are made of particles, this gap in understanding raises fundamental questions about how ordinary actions, like jumping, are even possible.

Theoretical physicist and Royal Society Career Development Fellow at Queen Mary University of London, , will discuss the puzzle scientists are now starting to explore by examining the underlying building blocks which make particles and gravity.

Attending the event

This event will be held in Theatre 1 at the Royal Society on Saturday 4 July 2026, 2.20pm – 2.50pm.

• Free to attend as part of Summer Science Exhibition on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to seat availability. We recommend that visitors arrive 10-15 minutes before the session
• You can book . For entry slots where priority tickets are now fully booked, walk-up tickets will be available, subject to building capacity. Please be aware you may need to queue for entry
• Suitable for students aged 14+
• This talk will take place in person
• A recording of this talk will be available later on the
• Live subtitles will be available
• Travel and accessibility information and details on planning your visit - contact us directly to arrange any specific accessibility requirements
• Food and drink will be available for purchase at our onsite café

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