Manchester Digital Laboratory

We are happy to announce that on the 15 November, MadLab and Nesta will be hosting a workshop and evening panel discussion called DIYbio: Learning to code or learning to type?

Biological organisms do not follow the neat logic of a software program. They interact in unpredictable ways; they need care and time to grow; and, fundamentally, they come with the unknowns of natural systems rather than the order of manmade technologies. DIY biology and facilities to do this at a community level has parallels with the early stages of the open source computing movement, but at the same time, the complexities of biology might limit the potential success of amateur initiatives.
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It’s that time of year again, when science devotees and newbies alike can find out more about the latest issues and cutting edge developments in science. The Manchester Science Festival returns from 27th October to 4th November, where the Mancunian public will have the opportunity to attend a plethora of talks and activities given by top researchers in their respective fields.

Unsurprisingly, MadLab is getting in on the action by hosting five workshops for people of all levels of expertise to get their hands dirty for the sake of Science.

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