Nerd Nite London

Be there and be square is the mantra for this series of monthly talks. At the September event, a trio of top boffins explain why they think the geeks shall inherit the earth. They'll explain how to hack happiness, bend people to your will and become immune to hangovers. You know, just everything you need to win at life. Expect pipette droplets of humour with your science – these experts will serve up wisdom that’s as entertaining as it is enlightening. On the bill are Laura Kudrna, Christian Jarrett and Richard Stephens. The event takes place in a bar, so there’s beer, and this month’s proceeds go to Detention Action, a charity supporting those in immigration detention centres. It’s likely to sell out, so book sharpish.