The London School of Health and Hygiene’s mosquito project

The London School of Health and Hygiene used a box made from a fine mesh cotton to hold tens of mosquitoes. They asked visitors to place their arm on the top of the box, so that the mosquitoes could fly towards their skin but were unable to bite. The researchers could then count the number of the insects that were attracted to each person. This data is being used as part of the research and development of mosquito repellents. It is estimated that more than 1 million people every year are killed by diseases carried by mosquitoes, the majority of which are due to the malaria parasite.

Plenty of interactive stands enabled visitors to immerse themselves in different scientific fields

Pop Up Planetarium inspired an audience with an adventure through the cosmos

Al Worden and Helen Sharman talk about their experiences in space Displays throughout the exhibition centre blended science and art