Edinburgh Science Festival: Zoom Box
Build a microscope you can use with your smartphone camera and get a closer look at scientific samples and the world around you with our USB microscopes.
About Edinburgh Science Festival: Zoom Box
Zoom in and get up close with the world around you! Build a microscope you can use with your smartphone camera and get a closer look at scientific samples and the world around you with our USB microscopes.
Please note: This event is part of our family science playground at City Art Centre – an entry pass (available from Wednesday 1 March) is required to take part.
Age 5+
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