Glasgow Science Festival 2025 - Conviction or Acquittal: The Science of Jury Decision Making

The Open University and colleagues at Glasgow Caledonian University will be hosting the event 'Conviction or Acquittal: The Science of Jury Decision Making' at this year's Glasgow Science Festival 2025.

Have you ever wanted to be on a jury? At this event, you will get the opportunity to do just that! Watch a trial, be the jury and reach a verdict.

Learn about the science behind juries from forensic psychologist, Dr Lee Curley and colleagues at Glasgow Caledonian University and The Open University's Dr Hayley Ness, a Senior Lecturer in Psychology. Discover the theory behind juror decision-making and what biases influence those choices. An evening not to be missed!

Whether you're a true crime buff, a legal enthusiast, or simply curious about how justice is served in Scotland, this thought-provoking event as part of Glasgow Science Festival is not to be missed.

Find out more about this free event, including the itinerary on the Glasgow Science Festival website. Please note that due to the subject matter, this event is not suitable for under-18s.

The OU is also hosting a range of free interactive drop-in events at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, as part of the Glasgow Science Festival on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June 2025. 

We also have content in the Glasgow Science Festival's 'Science on the Sofa' programme, available online 1-30 June for you to browse at your leisure.