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The History of Burn Scars

Event Date:

Wed, 22/03/2023

Throughout history, the skin has spoken and people have listened intently, but also judged. The word stigma stems from the Latin ‘stigmata’, meaning ‘mark’, or ‘brand’, usually by way of a burn. This talk explores the...

Skin: A Layered History Exhibition Launch

Event Date:

Thu, 09/02/2023

This event celebrates the launch of our exhibition ' Skin: A Layered History '. The event will begin in our foyer with a wine reception. You will then have the opportunity to hear two speakers, Dr Katherine Aske and...

Christmas Charity Lecture: Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Christmas Medicine

Event Date:

Thu, 08/12/2022

This Christmas Charity Lecture will explore the relationship between Roald Dahl and his interest in medicine through the eyes of his doctor and friend, Professor Tom Solomon. Most people know Roald Dahl as a wonderful...

Schools Lecture 3: Ethical Dilemmas in Medicine

Event Date:

Wed, 05/10/2022

This is part of a series of three events aimed at school students who are considering a career in medicine. You are invited to sit alongside some of Scotland’s best medical professionals as we discuss the role of ethics...

Schools Lecture 2: Physician's Pathways

Event Date:

Mon, 03/10/2022

This is part of a series of three events aimed at school students who are considering a career in medicine. This is your chance to speak with practising physicians, and GPs about their journey into their particular...

Schools Lecture 1: Becoming A Doctor

Event Date:

Wed, 28/09/2022

This is part of a series of three events aimed at school students who are considering a career in medicine. Join us in the Great Hall at 11 Queen Street as we walk through the steps of applying to medical school. We...

Exhibitions Out of Hours - FOOD: Recipe or Remedy

Event Date:

Sat, 13/08/2022

Discover our latest temporary exhibition, featuring everything from intestinal worms and bezoar stones to modern art, all housed in our historic Queen Street building. On Saturday 13 August, visit the new exhibition ‘...

Kitchen physick, or how to eat yourself to health

Event Date:

Wed, 20/07/2022

This is part of a series of events accompanying our exhibition, ' FOOD: Recipe or Remedy '. In our 21st world of superfoods, dietary supplements, ‘nutriceuticals’ and wellness recipe books and manuals we might think the...

Food, Drink and the Maintenance of Health

Event Date:

Wed, 22/06/2022

This is part of a series of events accompanying our exhibition, ' FOOD: Recipe or Remedy '. The event will begin at 6pm in our foyer with a wine reception. Then, from 6.30pm - 7.30pm, you will have the opportunity to...

From Lambskin to Latex: The History of Condoms

Event Date:

Wed, 25/05/2022

Join us as Dr Kate Stephenson explores the strange and fascinating history of condoms. First used in Europe in the 16th century in an attempt to prevent the spread of syphilis, historical condoms came in many forms from...

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The History of Burn Scars

Skin: A Layered History Exhibition Launch

Christmas Charity Lecture: Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Christmas Medicine

Schools Lecture 3: Ethical Dilemmas in Medicine

Schools Lecture 2: Physician's Pathways

Schools Lecture 1: Becoming A Doctor

Exhibitions Out of Hours - FOOD: Recipe or Remedy

Kitchen physick, or how to eat yourself to health

Food, Drink and the Maintenance of Health

From Lambskin to Latex: The History of Condoms