51³Ô¹ÏÍø Lates: Happiness and Health
29 January 2026, 18.00-21.00
Beat the winter blues and start 2026 afresh with an evening of science, music and fun for your body and mind.
Explore the science behind feeling your best as 51³Ô¹ÏÍø researchers share the secrets to hacking your health and wellbeing. Find your flow in a Tai Chi balance workshop, take part in mindful crafting, or unwind in our Calm Space.How old are you really? Find out when you test your gait and balance using movie-making technology, and see what it tells you about the health of your bones and muscles. Then stop by the Grantham Climate Friendly Pop-Up Kitchen to sample planet-friendly snacks while you discover how to eat better for your body and the planet.
And finally, shake off your winter slump at the Underground Ceilidh, guaranteed to get you moving. Throw in a live DJ set from DJ WheelUp and our friends at the Rhythm Studio, a bar and good vibes, and you’ve got yourself the perfect evening of happiness and health.
Whether you’re ending your bed rot for the year, looking to revive and reset, or just fancy a sociable night with science, music and conversation, take it at your own happy and healthy pace.
About 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Lates
51³Ô¹ÏÍø Lates are fun and social post-work events where visitors can interact with the latest scientific developments at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, centred around a new theme for each evening.
The themes for the 2025/26 season of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Lates are:
23 October, Light: Join our researchers in welcoming the autumn and celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Learn all about how light works, as well as its uses in health research and even in space!
20 November, Time: Step into a free evening of timely science, art and entertainment exploring the mysteries and mechanics of time—from the birth of the universe to the future of time-saving tech.
29 January, Wellbeing: New year, new you! Start 2026 afresh by learning the scientific secrets to hacking your health and wellbeing from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø researchers in our January Lates.
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What to expect?
Check out some photos from our past evenings of discovery!
Socialise with friends © Brendan Foster Photography
Dance at an atomic silent disco © Brendan Foster Photography
Engage with interactive exhibits © Brendan Foster Photography
Experience artistic collaborations © Brendan Foster Photography
Want to get involved?
If you are an artist or facilitator interested in working with the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Lates team, please get in touch via email (lates@imperial.ac.uk)
If you are an 51³Ô¹ÏÍø staff member or student interested in volunteering at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Lates, you can to be the first notified when shifts open. with the public engagement team.