Open Air Laboratories - OPAL

Open Air Laboratories (OPAL) is a nationwide initiative that encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to explore, study, and enjoy their local environment. OPAL organises activities, events and a series of national surveys that bring scientists and the public closer together, creating lasting relationships, and contributing to valuable scientific research. OPAL is funded by the Big Lottery Fund, and led by Imperial College London.

What is Insect Week?

Insect Week encourages people of all ages to learn more about insects.

Every two years, the Royal Entomological Society organises the week, supported by a large number of partner organisations with interests in the science, natural history and conservation of insects.