# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Life Scientific - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 06 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 06 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Join Jim Al-Khalili as he interviews a special guest about their life and work, for a live recording of popular BBC Radio 4 programme.About this EventWhat turns a childhood fascination with animals, into a lifetime spent defending the natural world? How do you communicate the urgency of climate and biodiversity loss to millions? And what does it take to recreate a Tyrannosaurus Rex?! The man with the answers is naturalist, broadcaster and author Chris Packham.Chris has spent decades bringing wildlife into our living rooms, via much-loved TV programmes including The Really Wild Show and Springwatch. Known for his uncompromising commitment to conservation, Chris is also a leading voice on environmental issues and a co-founder of the campaign group Wild Justice.In a special edition of Radio 4’s The Life Scientific, recorded at the Ri, Jim Al-Khalili talks to Chris about the kestrel that changed his life, coming to terms with his autism diagnosis, and why speaking up for wildlife has never been more important.This event will include time for audience questions.By booking to attend events at the Royal Institution, you confirm that you have read and agree to the Ri's Event image by BBC - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/the-life-scientific/100001993015607332 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: The Royal Institution - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 7.9, max: 21.44, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Royal Institution - **lat**: 51.5097196 - **long**: -0.14252569999996467 - **full address**: The Royal Institution, 21 Albemarle Street, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Life Scientific - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f18e7014385732c2d1e8c7c3f35fce6dc7f27a4d967f1ae45c4f9b5adc87e01c-rimg-w1200-h675-dc32025a-gmir.jpg?v=1784931959 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Life Scientific being held? - **A:** The Life Scientific takes place on Tue, 06 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 06 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 pm at The Royal Institution, 21 Albemarle Street, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Life Scientific? - **A:** The Life Scientific is organized by The Royal Institution. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Life Scientific 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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