STEM Talk - STEM Behind the Sci-Fi

Work Inspiration and Preparation Provided by The Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers

Ever wondered what it takes to become the official science advisor for Star Trek? Meet Dr. Erin MacDonald — astrophysicist, aerospace engineer, and sci-fi legend. Erin mixes science with storytelling, using her PhD to make science fiction feel real and helping creators imagine the future. From black holes to TV shows, she proves science can take you anywhere — even space (kind of)!

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Offer details

Set date

18th October 2025 (12:30 - 13:30)

Location

Online

Related industries

Engineering and manufacturing

Creative

Learning

Awareness

Audience

Primary school pupil

Secondary S1 to S3 (11-14 year old)

Secondary S4 to S6 (14-18 year old)

College

Not in education (16-24 year old)

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