# Event Details - **Event Name**: Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials (Theatre) - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 07:20 pm – Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 08:45 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Chemist Ivan Parkin explores the history and future of nanoparticles and their exciting uses in materials.About this EventThis page is for ‘in person’ Theatre tickets only. For livestream tickets, Both in person and online ticket holders will have access to the event recording.In this Discourse, Chemist Ivan Parkin will cover the history, synthesis and applications of nanoscaled materials, as nanoparticles and coatings in functional materials. Tracing the history of nanoparticle creation, some of their unique physical properties and their applications in thin film coatings on glass and in medicine, he will detail the synthesis and characterisation of the world’s first commercial self cleaning glass coating- Pilkington Activ.Through a series of demonstrations, the talk will guide us through some of the most important historical and leading-edge uses for nanoparticles, including how gold nanoparticles show synergistic enhancement of dyes to destroy common hospital pathogens, how surfaces can be modified to be hydrophobic, superhydrophobic and super hydrophilic through surface modification with nanoparticles, plus the use of nanoscaled coatings gas sensing and ultrasound probes.By booking to attend events at the Royal Institution, you confirm that you have read and agree to the Ri's Discourses are one of the Ri’s oldest and most prestigious series of talks. Since 1825, audiences in the theatre have witnessed countless mind-expanding moments, including the first public liquefaction of air by James Dewar, the announcement of the electron by JJ Thomson and over 100 lectures by Michael Faraday. In more recent times, we have had Nobel laureates, Fields medal winners, scientists, authors and artists – all from the cutting-edge of their field. Discourses are an opportunity for the best and brightest to share their work with the world.Steeped in nearly two centuries of tradition, a Discourse is more than just a lecture. To keep the focus on the topic, presenters begin sharply at 7:30pm without introduction and we lock the speaker into a room ten minutes ahead of the start (legend has it that a speaker once tried to escape!). Some of our guests dress smartly for our Discourse events to add to this sense of occasion.Discourses are free for Ri Members and Patrons - consider joining today.Find out more about the history of Discourses on our blog.The doors will open at approximately 6.45pm, and all ticket holders must take their seats by 7.20pm for a prompt start at 7.30pm. There will be a brief question/answer period after the talk.Latecomers will be admitted to the gallery.Event image by Steve Johnson - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/discourse-nanoparticles-in-functional-materials-theatre/100001980915452443 - **Event Categories**: art, theatre, literary-art, entertainment, nonprofit, virtual - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 21.44, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Royal Institution of Great Britain - **lat**: 51.5097196 - **long**: -0.14252569999996467 - **full address**: The Royal Institution of Great Britain, 21 Albemarle Street, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials (Theatre) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c165dfccb074a164244db2d7855aebf8e55df06fc3e66753ddd72901e184c096-rimg-w1200-h675-dc1a2e31-gmir.jpg?v=1769231949 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials (Theatre) being held? - **A:** Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials (Theatre) takes place on Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 07:20 pm to Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 08:45 pm at The Royal Institution of Great Britain, 21 Albemarle Street, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials (Theatre)? - **A:** Tickets for Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials (Theatre) are priced at GBP 21 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityTheatre - StandardGBP 21 + GBP 1 feeAvailableTheatre - ConcessionGBP 16 + GBP 1 feeAvailableTheatre - Ri Member or Ri PatronFreeAvailableTheatre - Ri Young MemberGBP 8 + GBP 1 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials (Theatre)? - **A:** Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials (Theatre) is organized by The Royal Institution. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Discourse: Nanoparticles in functional materials (Theatre) is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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