Dark matter is one of science’s biggest mysteries, here’s how we share our search with the world
Outreach activities
From classroom visits to public talks and hands-on workshops, we’ve bringing the excitement of particle physics to a wide range of audiences. Explore some of our past events and see how we’ve connceted science with curiosity!
Dr Paulo Braz giving a public talk on dark matter and the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment during Dark Matter Day at the University of Coimbra, helping to bring cutting-edge physics to a wider audience
Some of the LZUK team at the Science Museum Late in 2023, where they introduced visitors to dark matter and the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment. They shared the science behind the search and what it’s like to be part of an international collaboration.
PhD student Linda Di Felice speaking at Neutrino Day in South Dakota, about the LZ experiment. Photo credit: Laine Brost
The LZ stand at Neutrino Day 2024 in South Dakota, where team members ran hands-on activities and spoke with visitors of all ages about dark matter and the science behind the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment
The LZ stand at Neutrino Day 2023 in South Dakota, where team members ran hands-on activities and spoke with visitors of all ages about dark matter and the science behind the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment
Three LZUK PhD students speaking at Neutrino Day in South Dakota, where they presented talks on dark matter and the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment to the public, sharing the excitement of their research deep underground. Photo credit: Laine Brost
Some of the LZUK team at the Science Museum Late in 2023, where they introduced visitors to dark matter and the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment. They shared the science behind the search and what it’s like to be part of an international collaboration.
Three LZUK PhD students speaking at Neutrino Day in South Dakota, where they presented talks on dark matter and the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment to the public, sharing the excitement of their research deep underground. Photo credit: Laine Brost
Two LZUK PhD students being interviewed by a local South Dakota radio station from the underground lab, sharing their experiences of life and research a mile below the surface
Some of the LZUK team at the Science Museum Late in 2023, where they introduced visitors to dark matter and the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment. They shared the science behind the search and what it’s like to be part of an international collaboration.
PhD student Olivia Valentino carefully pouring liquid nitrogen in LZ’s underground lab. In her interview for symmetry magazine, she shares what it’s like to work a kilometer beneath the surface and the unique challenges of life as a researcher underground. Photo credits: Stephen Kenny at Sanford Underground Research Facility
Some of the LZUK team at the Science Museum Late in 2023, where they introduced visitors to dark matter and the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment.
Resources bank
Dark matter is invisible, mysterious, and essential to the universe. Why do scientists think it exists? How do we look for something we can’t see? Dive into our collection of short explainers and resources to start your journey into the dark side of the cosmos.
🎥 YouTube Videos
1. 🔬 Dark Matter at Boulby
Go underground into the Boulby lab where dark matter experiments are happening right now!
🔗 Watch on YouTube
2. 🌌 Kurzgesagt – Dark Matter & Dark Energy
Stunning animation meets mind-blowing science in this fan-favorite explainer.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
3. 🎓 TED-Ed: What is Dark Matter?
A short and engaging video exploring the unknown stuff that shapes our universe.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
4. 🧠 Talk on Dark Matter (Advanced)
A deep dive into the science from one of the researchers, great for curious minds!
🔗 Watch on YouTube
🌐 Websites
1. 🌍 Boulby Underground Lab
Explore one of the UK’s most unique science facilities, buried beneath the surface.
🔗 Visit Boulby
2. 🔎 LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) Experiment
One of the most sensitive dark matter detectors ever built — and part of our stand!
🔗 Visit LZ
3. 🌐 XLZD Collaboration
Meet the international team working together to discover dark matter.
🔗 Visit XLZD
4. 🧒 NASA Space Place – Dark Matter
A friendly, accessible guide to dark matter designed for younger audiences.
🔗 Explore NASA’s Page
5. 📖 Symmetry Magazine: Dark Matter Collection
A beautiful and informative collection of explainers, graphics, and Q&As.
🔗 Read the Collection
📚 Other Resources
1. 📺 BBC: The Underground Lab Unlocking the Universe
A short, powerful BBC feature about dark matter research at Boulby.
🔗 Watch the Video
2. 🧰 Huge Educational Resource Bank
Worksheets, presentations, posters, and more from Dark Matter Day — perfect for projects!
🔗 Explore Resources
Get in touch
Are you interested in having a member of the LZUK team give a talk or presentation about dark matter and the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment? Whether it’s for a school, university, science festival, or public event, we’d love to share our research and experiences working deep underground. Please use our contact form to request a speaker or write to us at lzuk.outreach@gmail.com.