The Centre for Life aims to:
 Inspire curiosity in science through an imaginative programme of
exhibitions and events, to raise standards in science education for young people
and to engage everyone in contemporary science issues, such as climate change
and stem cell technology.
- Provide substantial annual funding and state of the art facilities on site
to support world class scientific research in medicine.
The Centre provides:
- An exhibition based on the theme of "life" offering
live science shows, an interactive dome theatre, hands on displays and
family-based laboratory workshops
- A schools programme based on a suite of laboratories
and debating rooms
- An annual lecture and debating series featuring
popular and respected science communicators
- Management for the Newcastle Science Festival
- Outreach activities to disadvantaged or under achieving groups in the North
east.
- 100,000sq feet of laboratory space
providing a campus for world-class, University-based research in stem cell,
genetics and regenerative medicine
- Major conference facilities
Life is a partner in Newcastle Science City and aims through its Rediscover
Programme to provide insight into the science and issues surrounding the four
key topics of stem cells, ageing, energy and renewables, and nanotechnology.
Life also provides a location for a new and unique integration of science,
business, education and economic development. It is establishing new approaches
to translating scientific research into applications, creating an environment
where science and business can work and develop together. It is establishing
world class facilities for scientific research. It aims to bring about major
improvements in young people's participation and achievement in science.
It is helping to transform the City of Newcastle and the City region. First open in May 2000, the £70m Centre is one of fourteen UK Millennium
landmark projects. Designed by award-winning architect and urban designer, Terry
Farrell, the site offers a unique, stylish and architecturally striking
setting.
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