This Friday, European Researchers’ Night will show secrets of science to children and adults

Chemical experiments, robot control, as well as virtual reality and many interactive presentations for both ordinary people and science enthusiasts. All of this and more will be part of this year’s European Researchers’ Night, which will be held this Friday, September 27, in five Slovak cities. So don’t hesitate! See you in Bratislava, Banská Bystrica, Košice, Žilina, and Poprad.

The world around us becomes more and more interconnected, and that is why the main theme of this year’s Science Night is Complexity. “Visitors will learn from interesting lectures by Slovak and foreign scientists, as well as interesting experiments, why do we need to address climate changes not only from ecological point of view, but also we need to consider the knowledge from other scientific disciplines,” says Ľubomír Bilský, director of the The Slovak Organisation for Research and Development Activities (SOVVA), which organizes the European Researchers’ Night in collaboration with Slovak Academy of Sciences (SAS), Slovak Centre of Scientific and Technical Information (SCSTI) and Euractiv.

Close to science in five Slovak cities

The 18th European Researchers’ Night, which attracted 150 000 visitors last year, will bring a rich program to five Slovak cities. During the Friday all-day event, robotics and the topic of artificial intelligence will be present in each city. “In Bratislava, visitors will be able to see a demonstration of the work of ROBOT-ník Sam, who is already assisting construction workers on building sites. In several cities, visitors will have an opportunity to try programming robots,” adds Ľubomír Bilský.

Are you a fan of puzzles? Then don’t miss the Tangram workshop led by an instructor at the Aurelium Science Center in Bratislava. Can you guess what bees know and we don’t? Or how the life of bees is connected to microplastics in nature? Don’t guess but come and find out at interactive lectures by scientists and beekeepers. Join the search for Archimedes and take home a well-deserved reward, step into a room full of 3D printers, try working with 3D pens, and discover interesting things you never knew. All this and more awaits you at European Researchers’ Night in our capital city.

Where can you experience the European Researchers’ Night 2024

Bratislava – Stará Tržnica, Lab.cafe, V-klub, Aurelium Science Center, Kafe LAMPY, Friday 9AM– 9PM, program

Banská Bystrica – Europa Shopping Center, Friday 9AM– 9PM, program

Košice – Shopping Center Optima, Friday 9AM– 9PM, program

Žilina – Shopping Center Mirage, Friday 9AM– 9PM, program

Poprad – Shopping Center Max, Friday 9AM– 9PM, program

In Banská Bystrica, besides the lecutres on science topics, visitors will experience musical performances and competitions for children. Experience outdoor exploratory activities with your kids, organized by the Center for Environmental and Ethical Education Živica. Take a glimpse into the human mind or discover what archaeological research has revealed about the rebel defense and execution sites in Kremnička.

In Žilina, everyone will find something to enjoy during European Researchers’ Night. Whether you are a fan of ships, road transport, trains, or you are interested in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence in medicine, or the play of light, there’s no shortage of variety. “Visitors will be able to try out a flight simulator and chat with experts from the University of Žilina about drone models they’ll be bringing along,” adds Ľubomír Bilský.

In Poprad, during the European Researchers’ Night you will learn how to recognize scam emails and how modern spy and security cameras work. Don’t miss the chemical fire show, reading history from lake mud, cellular puzzles, or the research on cosmic radiation conducted at Lomnický Peak.

In Košice, you will have the opportunity to dive into the world of data and teach an artificial brain to do what human one can. Immerse yourself inside an atom, uncover fascinating chemical reactions that help us in everyday life, discover the sounds and lights of rocks and much more.

The entire Friday offers a unique opportunity to engage with science and talk with top Slovak and international scientists. All you need to do is come and explore the mysteries of science.

You can find out more about the European Researchers’ Night at www.nocvedy.sk.

 

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