Bits and Bobs: The Anatomy of Sex

Join The Florence Nightingale Museum as we host The Society for Reproduction and Fertility for a fun and informative night of exploration of our reproductive anatomy at Bits & Bobs: The Anatomy of Sex!Join us for an intriguing event at The Florence Nightingale Museum where we delve into the fascinating world of reproductive anatomy.

From the basics to the complexities, this event will uncover the mysteries of human anatomy in an engaging and interactive way.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the wonders of the human body!Led by experts in reproduction, fertility and anatomy, Bits & Bobs is an interactive, fun-filled exploration of the anatomy of sex and how our bodies work.Drop-in and enjoy exploring the exhibits at your own pace.

Alongside eight fun and intriguing interactive activity stations placed around the museum, SRF scientists will present a series of flash talks and animations, highlighting our cutting-edge research in the field of reproduction and fertility.With support from the team at Anatomy of Bits, SRF have created an event where everyone is welcome to join us to learn about the fascinating topic of reproductive anatomy in a safe environment, where you can ask any burning questions without fear of judgement.SOME ACTIVITIES ON THE NIGHT:X and Y: Sex and Why? Jump into the world of developmental anatomy – what shapes our internal and external anatomy.

Just as we are different on the outside, we are different on the inside.(Seminal) Ejaculation Station Take the journey of a sperm through the development of seminal fluid.

Learn about the many elements that equip the sperm for its arduous journey after leaving the body!Menstruation Station Follow the pathway of a human egg cell and learn about the structures it will pass through on its way to fertilisation or menstruation.Reproductive Myth Busters Can you separate reproductive fact from fiction? Test your knowledge of reproduction, development, anatomy and fertility through a series of ‘true-or-false’ challenges..External Genitalia in Clay Using clay, you will create your own model or representation of the external genitalia.

The creative process will allow you to learn about the different features and anatomical terms of the external genitalia as you create your own piece of art.The Reproductive Thread Reproduction is the thread that connects generations.

At this station, participants can enjoy a relaxed crochet activity while learning about the continuity of life, from conception to birth, much like how threads connect different parts of a fabric.These stations may be modified / changed to ensure smooth running of the overall event.