Have you ever jumped into freezing water and felt that sudden gasp or shock? That’s your sympathetic nervous system kicking into action – your body’s rapid 'fight or flight' response. At this interactive booth, you’ll experience a mini version of that response using the cold pressor test, a classic experiment used in both physiology labs and clinical settings.

You will immerse your hand in ice-cold water for one minute while we measure your heart rate so you can see how your cardiovascular system reacts instantly to cold stress.

Come along to explore how your body maintains balance under stress, compare your results with others, and discover the fascinating science behind that icy shock!