Inventor and engineer Dr Lucy Rogers explores the beauty, science, and surprises of the world above us in her book UP. Join us for her talk to explore them with her.

Go on an adventure through a kite market in India.

Creep through the Borneo jungle to witness millions of bats pour out of a cave at dusk.

Venture to Tornado Alley to chase the raw power of storms.

Journey to Mexico to stand in awe of a total solar eclipse.

Gather with the crowds in Bristol to watch a hundred hot air balloons drift towards the horizon.

Look up into the night to spot one of the 13,000 satellites orbiting overhead.

The sky is a world of endless wonder. From the intricate dance of clouds and the vibrant hues of the aurora borealis to the marvel of effortless soaring birds and the silent majesty of the stars, it is a living storybook.

 Up is for everyone who has ever marvelled at a shooting star, wondered about the ingenuity of human flight, or dreamed of touching a rainbow. Bringing rich insights, personal stories, and a very real sense of awe for the natural world, Dr Rogers explores the science behind these phenomena and reveals all there is to discover if we look Up.

Lucy Rogers is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering. She’s an award-winning engineer and former BBC Robot Wars judge. Her creative projects span animatronic dinosaurs to carbon-negative technologies, demonstrating her versatility across diverse engineering disciplines. Her work encompasses robotics, space technology, environmental innovation, and educational outreach.

Lucy has become a prominent voice in science communication with the aim of  making engineering accessible to broader audiences. She founded initiatives including ISSWave, connecting people worldwide to wave at astronauts aboard the International Space Station, and the Guild of Makers, to encourage people to make and innovate products with their hands.

Refreshments included.