Past FUTURES events

The 2022 programme included a range of online activities and in-person events at venues across the South West. With storytelling, talks, quizzes and comedy all exploring the worlds of science, culture and research, there was something for everyone.

Antimicrobial resistance is the most urgent global healthcare challenge for the human species. Dr Tina Joshi, Associate Professor in Molecular Microbiology at Plymouth, shared her expert insights on why this is happening – and what we can do about it.

In September 2021, over 500 individuals and families locally and across the South West joined us to discover research across science, heritage, health and history, and meet the University of Plymouth researchers who work to make a difference to our daily lives.

Voyage of discovery: Through interactive activities, experiments, talks and demonstrations our researchers and collaborators shared their projects covering everything from history to health, the environment and robotics.

Pandemic poetry: Writers from the University of Plymouth talked about how poetry has been read and written during the ongoing pandemic, providing inspiration and solace, and a way for people around the world to interact during periods of lockdown.

Seas the day!: World-leading experts from University of Plymouth’s Marine Institute explored the global challenges facing our planet: how to protect our seas at the national Marine Aquarium. 

The 2020 festival was an opportunity for all to meet the University of Plymouth researchers working to make a difference to our daily lives. The University had 24 researchers showcasing our research and innovation at the festival.