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Tay’s Anatomy

Published on 5 September 2018

While growing numbers pop into Dundee Science Centre to gain a better understanding of their recent operation or procedure, a celebration of Dundee’s expertise in developing medical technologies will take place in the city this weekend (Saturday 8 September 2018).

In what will be the first ‘Meet the Expert’ event in Dundee Science Centre’s brand new Medical Marvels exhibition space, ‘Tay’s Anatomy’ will see a range of local scientists and other professionals gather to showcase the skills they use on a daily basis to improve patients’ health and wellbeing.

Grant Carpenter of Dundee Science Centre trying out some keyhole surgery techniques – with sweets!

Deputy First Minister Applauds Dundee Science Centre’s Contribution to Science Education

Published on 31 August 2018

John Swinney, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills applauded Dundee Science Centre for its contribution towards the Scottish education system when he spoke at the celebratory launch of the new Science Learning Suite last night (Thursday 30 August 2018).

In front of around 150 invited guests, Mr Swinney spoke at the official celebration of the new facilities which, alongside the ‘Medical Marvels’ exhibition, follow a successful £2M fundraising campaign coinciding with the centre’s 18th birthday. After several months of construction and fit-out, the redevelopment doubles the upper floor space through a mezzanine extension.

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Young Dundee Duo to Launch First EP

Published on 23 August 2018

Two Dundee teenagers will launch their band’s first EP in the city next month.

Albany, formed by guitarist Jamie Cruickshank and drummer Jack Guyan (both 15) will launch ‘Origins’ at Church, Ward Road, Dundee on Friday 7 September 2018.

The EP was recorded at Dundee and Angus College Gardyne recording studio, as part of the Scottish Music Centre’s ‘Music Plus’ programme, supported by Gardyne’s Youth Music Initiative (YMI).

Jamie and Jack, Albany

Great-Great-Granddaughter of Aviation Pioneer Takes Flight in Dundee

Published on 22 August 2018

Over 100 years after a Dundee-based aviation pioneer flew his experimental glider for the first time, his great-great-granddaughter has enjoyed her first flying lesson!

When he was just 17, one year older than Isabella Coombs, David Urquhart was working as an amateur engineer with aviation trailblazer Preston Watson. Preston had the vision, talent and financial backing to develop his own aeroplane designs in what was the very earliest stage of experimental controlled powered flight.

Harry Miles, Instructor, with Isabella.

Dundee Community Crafts Sculpture to Mark Finale of Arts Project

Published on 15 August 2018

What is it like to be a young person in Scotland in 2018?

A Dundee community project, which encouraged young people to express themselves through the arts this Summer, has left a permanent mark on the city exploring just that!