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Science cafés are live events that involve a face-to-face conversation with a scientist about current science topics. They are open to everyone, and take place in casual settings like pubs and coffeehouses.

Anyone can go to a science café, and anyone can start an event series of their own. Use this site to find out more. But first...

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