The 28th Galway Science & Technology Festival was formally launched this week at Medtronic, the Festival’s primary sponsor, marking the start of an thrilling programme as a part of ‘Research Ireland’s National Science Week’. This 12 months’s theme, ‘Then, Today, Tomorrow’, will run all through the Festival’s occasions, celebrating scientific discoveries of the previous, showcasing the newest improvements of at present, and galvanizing the subsequent technology of scientists, technologists and engineers.
The spotlight of the Festival is the implausible free Family Day Exhibition, which can happen on Sunday ninth November from 10am–5pm and is proudly hosted on University of Galway campus, the Festival’s primary training accomplice. The Exhibition guarantees to be a vibrant, family-friendly occasion, that includes over 100 interactive reveals, 25 completely different exhibits and workshops, and a variety of experiences for all ages. Visitors can discover every part from unmissable dinosaurs, unique bugs, LEGO, to the ever-popular Teddy Bear Hospital, synthetic intelligence and stay science demonstrations. Admission is totally free, with tickets for particular person exhibits and workshops accessible from 9am on Saturday, 1st November through the Festival web site. Early reserving is beneficial, as lots of the hottest occasions replenish rapidly.
This 12 months’s programme additionally includes a vary of partaking occasions which can be found to the general public together with ‘The Science of Women’s Health – Evidence, Insights and Interventions’ sponsored by Research Ireland with Professor Mary Ryan (Consultant Endocrinologist and creator ) and internationally famend respiration knowledgeable Patrick McKeown. This occasion is occurring on Wednesday twelfth November on the Black Box Theatre, tickets are €20 and accessible now at THT.ie On Tuesday 18th November on the Eye Cinema ‘Back to the Future – The Science Behind the Movie’ will function a screening of the movie from 1985, 40 years since its unique launch plus a cinematic speak with ‘Superhero Scientist’ Barry Fitzgerald, who will discover the fascinating supplies and applied sciences imagined on this iconic movie.
Running from the tenth to 14th November, there might be Artificial Intelligence Workshops within the O’Donoghue Centre at University of Galway which might be open to the general public, specializing in the thrilling function of AI in constructing sustainable cities.
The “My Moving Brain Community Connect” occasion, exploring mind well being and inclusion in sport, takes place on Saturday 1st November at 1pm within the O’Donoghue Centre, University of Galway.
There might be a ‘Marine Science Exhibition and Workshops’ at Galway City Museum, providing hands-on studying about our oceans.
In addition, the Festival’s annual Schools Programme will carry all kinds of free science exhibits and workshops to school rooms throughout Galway metropolis and county, making certain that 1000’s of scholars have the chance to have interaction instantly with Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM ).
Festival Chair Paul Mee added “The Festival continues to thrive thanks to the support of our sponsors, partners, and the wider community. By making science accessible and fun, we are not only showcasing innovation but also encouraging young people to see themselves as the scientists, engineers, and problem solvers of the future.”
Festival Manager Anne Murray stated “Our aim has always been to make science accessible, engaging, and fun for everyone. The Festival is not just about showcasing innovation, it’s about creating moments of discovery that families, teachers and young people can share together. This year’s programme highlights how science connects our past, present and future in ways that inspire curiosity and confidence.”
Galway Science & Technology Festival is proudly supported by its primary sponsor Medtronic, lead tutorial accomplice University of Galway, Research Ireland, and a large community of native and nationwide companions.
For full particulars of the programme and to ebook tickets, go to www.galwayscience.ie