Unfolding Potential: From Fidget Spinners to Soft Robotics - York Festival of Ideas 2026

Schedule

Sat May 30 2026 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC+01:00

Location

Boothams school, YO31 7EH | York, EN

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Bookings open 1st May 2026.
From humble paper baubles to high-fashion runways and soft robotics, Paper Engineer Darryl Bedford reveals that a simple sheet of paper is a gateway to infinite possibilities. In this visually stunning talk, students will discover the hidden mathematics of the universe, the neuroscience behind creativity, and how the 'ancient' art of Kirigami intersects with AI and biomimicry. Join us to unfold the secrets of resilience, problem-solving, and the design process—proving that the way we fold paper can change the way we think.
Full details on Bookings open 1st May 2026.
From humble paper baubles to high-fashion runways and soft robotics, Paper Engineer Darryl Bedford reveals that a simple sheet of paper is a gateway to infinite possibilities. In this visually stunning talk, students will discover the hidden mathematics of the universe, the neuroscience behind creativity, and how the 'ancient' art of Kirigami intersects with AI and biomimicry. Join us to unfold the secrets of resilience, problem-solving, and the design process—proving that the way we fold paper can change the way we think.
Full details Bookings open 1st May 2026.
From humble paper baubles to high-fashion runways and soft robotics, Paper Engineer Darryl Bedford reveals that a simple sheet of paper is a gateway to infinite possibilities. In this visually stunning talk, students will discover the hidden mathematics of the universe, the neuroscience behind creativity, and how the 'ancient' art of Kirigami intersects with AI and biomimicry. Join us to unfold the secrets of resilience, problem-solving, and the design process—proving that the way we fold paper can change the way we think.
Full details TBC

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Boothams school, YO31 7EH, 27 Portland Street, York, YO31 7EH, United Kingdom

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