
Painting with pastels: Portraiture course
Painting with pastels: Portraiture course at MATERIAL Gallery, London, invites you to explore soft textures and expressive linework, guiding beginners and enthusiasts to capture character with confidence.

Research Computing Showcase day 2026
Day-long showcase of cutting-edge research computing at Imperial College London. Attendees will see demonstrations, talks, and posters highlighting advances in high-performance computing, data science, and visualization within a university research environment.

IDE Seminar Series: Dr Julie Tai Schmiedel
Part of Imperial College London's IDE Seminar Series at White City Campus, featuring Dr Julie Schmiedel. A scholarly science/technology talk for researchers and students exploring current developments in the field.

How can a better economics help address the climate crisis?
Join an insightful talk at UCL on how better economics can address the climate crisis. The session links economic theory with climate policy, carbon pricing, and sustainable growth, followed by audience Q&A.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Finding Your Place
An academic lecture at Imperial College London examining diversity, equity, and inclusion, addressing how individuals find their place within institutions and how campuses promote belonging, with practical insights for students and staff.

Physics Colloquium: Neutrino Sector & DUNE
Dr. Sowjanya Gollapinni presents a physics colloquium on deciphering the neutrino sector with the DUNE experiment. The talk covers latest neutrino measurements, oscillation phenomena, and implications for beyond-Standard-Model physics. A formal, in-person event at Blackett Building, Imperial College London.

Building Physics and Design Practice: Evidence Across Scales
This talk at UCL Bartlett links building physics with practical design decisions, showing how evidence can inform actions from components to whole-building scales. Expect insights into integrating climate-responsive design, energy efficiency, and performance targets across disciplines.

How can we solve the inequality emergency?
An engaging 60-minute lecture at the London School of Economics addressing the so-called 'inequality emergency.' Economists and policy experts discuss practical tools to reduce income and opportunity gaps, with a Q&A to follow, inviting students and professionals to engage with the issue.

Artificial intelligence for language assessment
An academic lecture on how artificial intelligence can be used to assess language ability, addressing AI methods for linguistic testing, potential biases, and practical implications for language education and assessment design. Presented at UCL IOE, exploring current research and future directions.

IAS Book Launch: Critical Conditions
Join scholars at UCL's Institute of Advanced Studies for the launch of Critical Conditions. The evening features a brief introduction, a reading from the new book, and a moderated discussion on contemporary critical theory, offering a lively, academic atmosphere in a historic campus setting.

Ese Evening Lecture Series: Energy Transition
An engaging evening talk at Imperial's South Kensington Campus exploring the energy transition through science, technology, and policy. Researchers and practitioners discuss innovations, challenges, and practical paths toward a sustainable future.

Dennis Rollins Velocity Trio
Dennis Rollins Velocity Trio performs at Vortex Jazz Club in London on 21 April 2026 at 7:45 PM. The award-winning trombonist brings a virtuosic UK jazz/funk blend with high-energy improvisation and lively, contemporary grooves.

AgentCon London
AgentCon London is a one-day AI conference at London Southbank University for developers, data scientists, and AI enthusiasts. It spotlights Generative AI, Copilot Studio, and Azure, bringing together practitioners to explore the latest AI tooling.

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB): the first decade
An expert-led lecture examining a decade of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), its aims, projects, and geopolitical impact. Part of LSE's Global South Dialogue in the Ideas series, this 2pm–3pm talk at the London School of Economics on 22 April 2026 offers insights into development finance and international policy.

Community Garden Action Days
Join Imperial College London's Community Garden Action Days on April 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM for hands-on gardening, bed tidying, planting herbs, and improving campus green spaces. A friendly volunteer event perfect for students and locals looking to contribute to sustainability in an outdoor campus setting.

UCL200 Walking Tour
Join a guided walking tour of University College London, discovering campus landmarks, historic architecture, and stories behind its 200-year history. Led by campus guides, the stroll blends architecture, lore, and student life into a lively, casual campus experience.

Freedom Ship: A Conversation with Marcus Rediker
A scholarly conversation with historian Marcus Rediker on the Freedom Ship concept, its historical context in maritime abolition, and possible futures, hosted by UCL's Institute of Advanced Studies.

La haine
Screening of La haine (dir. Matthieu Kassovitz) at Riffraff Kino/Bar in Zurich on 22 Apr 2026 — a gritty, acclaimed French drama about urban tension and youth, presented as part of the cinema's programme.

Where is the Unified Patent Court heading?
An academic briefing at UCL Law examining the future of the Unified Patent Court: its jurisdiction, cross-border patent enforcement, and potential impact on European IP litigation. The talk surveys the legal framework, recent developments, and likely paths forward for patent reform.

Global ideas for global challenges: a panel in honour of Nick Stern
Join a high-level panel at the London School of Economics exploring global challenges and policy responses, honouring Sir Nick Stern's influential climate-economics work. Academics and policymakers discuss pathways to sustainable development in this timely, university-led event.
North London Book Fest
The North London Book Fest at Alexandra Palace brings together authors for intimate readings, Q&As, and lively panels celebrating contemporary literature. Attendees can discover new voices, hear fresh releases, and enjoy a vibrant, book-loving festival in a historic London venue.
Veronica Ryan in Conversation
Veronica Ryan sits down for an in-depth conversation at Whitechapel Gallery, exploring her contemporary sculpture practice and recent commissions. This artist-talk offers insight into her process and the gallery program in east London.

Does it matter how we talk about prosperity in the UK?
A focused lecture at UCL Bartlett examining how language shapes perceptions of prosperity in the UK, with implications for policy and public discourse. The talk analyzes framing, rhetoric, and the role of economists and policymakers in shaping economic narratives.

Radical Heritage Science
An academic lecture at UCL examining radical approaches in heritage science and how innovative ideas and methods can deliver social good. This talk surveys new tools for conservation, digital heritage, and community engagement, highlighting implications for policy and practice.
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