The twenty eighth annual Galway Science and Technology Festival kicked off on Sunday with a full day of discovery, enjoyable, and hands-on studying celebrating the marvel of science, expertise, engineering and maths (STEM ).
15,000 attendees from Galway, Roscommon, Mayo and Clare visited the University of Galway campus for a variety of actions together with 25 reside reveals and workshops plus over 100 interactive stands from native, nationwide, and multinational organisations. Exhibits included the newly-designed Medtronic Experience, the Medtronic Mystery Experience and the University of Galway’s ‘Explore the Wonders of Science’ exhibition.
Renowned Zoologist Dr Michel Dugon, founding father of the Venom Lab at the University of Galway and creator of The Bug Doctor sequence, acquired the Galway Science Person of the Year Award. Recognised for his over 14 years of inspiring kids at the Festival and college students throughout Galway and past together with his reside workshops on bugs, spiders, and snakes and necessary ongoing scientific analysis at the University of Galway. A protracted-standing favorite amongst faculty teams and households, making science accessible, partaking, and thrilling.
Speaking at the Festival, Senior R&D Director with Medtronic, Ronan Rogers, mentioned that at Medtronic, their story is one among steady innovation.
“From developing the world’s first leadless pacemaker, to today’s breakthroughs in robotics and minimally invasive therapies, and exploring how artificial intelligence will help predict and personalise patient care – science never stands still. The Galway Science and Technology Festival remind us that every breakthrough starts with curiosity, and the next one could come from right here in Galway.”
Professor Becky Whay, Deputy President and Registrar, University of Galway, mentioned that as lead tutorial accomplice, they’re proud to help and host the Galway Science and Technology Festival on our campus.
“This collaboration reflects our commitment to inspiring curiosity and innovation in STEM and showing how these fields connect to real-world impact. Congratulations to our colleague Dr Michel Dugon on being named Science Person of the Year, a fitting recognition of his passion for engaging and inspiring others through science.”
The exhibition as soon as once more underscored the significance of STEM studying and curiosity in regards to the world round us. Encouraged younger individuals to discover future careers in science and expertise. Provided a chance for households to have interaction immediately with scientists, engineers, and innovators.
Organised by the Galway Science & Technology Festival in partnership with lead company sponsor Medtronic and lead tutorial sponsor the University of Galway, with help from Research Ireland and quite a few trade sponsors. The Festival group extends gratitude to all exhibitors, volunteers, sponsors, and guests and seems ahead to an excellent larger celebration of science subsequent yr.
Don’t miss further upcoming partaking occasions in November together with ‘The Science of Women’s Health’ sponsored by Research Ireland, occurring at the Black Box Theatre on Wednesday November 12. For a full record of further occasions, workshops and strolling excursions, go to GalwayScience.ie
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