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

In her new book, , reveals the ways chemistry underpins our everyday existence. From hairdressing disasters and laundry mishaps to life-saving medicines and kitchen experiments, chemical processes are all around us, defining our interactions with the world we live in. It’s a story that's both universal and personal, grand and intimate.

Dame Ijeoma Uchegbu is Professor of Pharmaceutical Nanoscience at University College London, President of Wolfson College, University of Cambridge, an inventor, educator and an author. She is joined by materials scientist, engineer, broadcaster, award-winning author and Royal Society Professor of Public Engagement Mark Miodownik to discuss how chemistry can help us see stuff differently.

This talk is part of the Royal Society’s See Stuff Differently programme.

Attending the event

This event will be held in Theatre 1 at the Royal Society on Thursday 2 July 2026, 1pm – 1.30pm.

• 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
• Eventbrite tickets for Summer Science Exhibition are recommended, with only a limited number of walk-up tickets released on the day
• 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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