We’re well and truly in the festive season now, so we’ve put together a guide of all our favourite science gifts for the STEM-loving adults in your life!
Science-inspired clothing
Fashionably Geeky
Cost: £45
Why we love it: We can't resist a science-inspired dress. This one is bright, it's fun, and it's perfect for Chemistry lovers everywhere!
Run and Fly
Cost: £44.99
Why we love them: There's nothing comfier than dungarees, and they're great for people of any age, body type and gender. Plus the snazzy science print is incredible!
Soctopuss
Cost: £8
Why we love them: Everybody's DNA is completely unique – and what better way to show off your own uniqueness than through your fashion choices?
Cottage road studio
Cost: £29
Why we love it: Cottage road studio does loads of different fun, colourful, science-inspired skirts, but we can never pass up dressing like an entire galaxy!
STEM accessories
Jamie Gallagher
Cost: £7
Why we love it: Not only does science communicator Jamie Gallagher make a range of brilliant STEM- and neuroscience-inspired pins and accessories (worn by the likes of David Tennant!), he also donates the profits of his pins to the Albert Kennedy Trust, which supports young LGBTQ+ people experiencing homelessness.
She Sells Cells
Cost: £30
Why we love them: They're so unique, showing the beautiful, fascinating intricacies of a microbe, and make every outfit a million times more interesting.
Enginearring Designs
Cost: £16
Why we love it: At Braintastic! Science, we're huge supporters of women in STEM, and want the world to know that we're proud STEMinists! Plus, by using a tote bag, you're doing your bit for the environment – it's a win/win.
Molecular Motifs
Cost: £30.38
Why we love it: This gorgeous necklace celebrates the uniqueness of every person's DNA, and is beautifully handmade from upcycled metal.
Some of the best science books on our shelves
Cost: £11.99
We couldn't have a gift guide without including Overloaded by Braintastic! Science founder Ginny! Ever wondered how stress affects memory? Or what role hormones play in our relationships? This book is your go-to for everything to do with the fascinating chemicals that power our brains.
Cost: £20
Zoology expert Jules Howard explores the story of our planet, starting way back in the Cambrian period, through an interesting new point of view – the egg. From the earliest insects, through dinosaurs, early mammals, fish and birds, all the way through to the present day, this book will make sure you never look at an egg the same way again!
Cost: £8.99
Think you understand your own emotions? Think again. Neuroscientist Dean Burnett started to explore exactly what emotions are, how they work, and why we feel them – only to discover that they're a lot more complicated than we might think!
Cost: £20
Like it, hate it or love it, artificial intelligence is here to stay, and it's changing how we live our lives. In this Women's Prize for Non-Fiction 2024 shortlisted book, Madhurmita Murgia looks at the role that AI takes in our lives, and how it changes what it means to be human.
Homeware for science lovers
Science Scribbles
Cost: £12
Why we love it: What's better than a warming cup of tea? A warming cup of tea that reminds us of the fact that the diverse world of science is for all of us! (Also rainbows)
Bakerlogy
Cost: £12.50
Why we love it: It combines two of our greatest loves: neuroscience and sweet treats! Why not invite your friends over to snack on their very own brain?
Science Museum
Cost: £35
Why we love it: It's a stunning celebration of the beauty of our universe – in our very own bedroom!
Beyond Basic Bubbles
Cost: £26.99
Why we love it: After a long day of performing our sensational science shows, there's nothing we want more than to relax in the bath... surrounded by even more science!
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