Case studies

Read the case studies from science centres and museums around the UK, highlighting the new ways of working and some of the small changes that have made a big impact for everyone. The evidence from these case studies has informed the new ASDC Theory of Change.

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Shaping the future of Cambridge Science Centre

Cambridge created a young person’s advisory panel, where young people input and guide the science centre’s work now and into the future. 

The Curious Researchers

The Curious Researchers project was created by We The Curious as part of our research collaboration with UCL and the YESTEM project. 

E=mc² : Life brings autism into the equation

Working with the autistic community and the importance of user voice   

Using Big Data to address critical issues in our towns and communities

W5's partnership aim with Market Development Association is to provide co-designed programming and resources for young people, building sustained and beneficial collaboration…

Igniting STEM career aspirations in South Wales

Techniquest worked with Cardiff University and Enthuse partnership to engage with pupils from some of the most deprived areas in south Wales,…

Using the inspiring stories of the Hershel family to create wonder in Slough

The Royal Astronomical Society held hands-on engaging workshops about the discoveries of the Hershels at Slough Museum, where families took part in…

‘For Me’ - valuing the individual and your local community

Identified and addressed barriers for engagement with their closest community group Wood Farm, through building trust and co-producing activities. 

Exploring new horizons: Engaging youth through science in their region

Jodrell Bank Centre for Engagement worked with two national youth charities, Onside and IntoUniversity bringing them to the centre to learn about…

An open discourse with youth participants as valued contributors

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre partnered with Widnes Library and GLOW youth group to improve and adapt their science show