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EVENTS | Science Gallery


>> SCIENCE GALLERY - THE LOWDOWN

WHY?

Science impacts all our daily lives yet can still appear mysterious and remote. Why should we be kept in the dark about today’s burning scientific issues?

WHAT?

Science Gallery is a world first. A new type of venue where opinions on white-hot scientific issues collide and you can have your say. A place where ideas meet. It’s been a phenomenal success, with over 70,000 visitors in the first eight months!

HOW?

Through exhibitions, public experiments, challenges, festivals, debates and workshops. Science Gallery is about opening up science and technology to passionate argument.

WHO’S IT FOR?

It’s for everyone who has a view on how science and technology affects their lives. Science Gallery is especially aiming to connect with young adults ages 15 – 25.

WHERE?

In the heart of the city accessible from Pearse Street and the Trinity campus.

HOW MUCH?

Entrance to the Science Gallery will cost nothing, nada, nought, zero.

HOW DO I BECOME AMEMBER?

Log onto the website and sign-up. There are already 3,500 members!

WHAT’S THE WEBSITE?

www.sciencegallery.com

(Photo of clothing exhibit)

(Science Gallery logo)


>> SCIENCE GALLERY – THE STORY

A number of years ago, scientists from Trinity College Dublin including Professor Mike Coey, one of Ireland’s leading scientists, developed a proposal for a new nanoscience research centre which would include an innovative approach in engaging young people in science and technology . And so the Science Gallery was born.

(Photos of clothing exhibit; two vehicle exhibits)


>> SCIENCE GALLERY – UPCOMING EVENTS

LAB IN THE GALLERY - PAY ATTENTION!

Cutting edge experiments on the brain and attention will take place both in front of and with the help of the general public.

LIGHTWAVE - Are You Ready to be Illuminated?

LIGHTWAVE returns in Jan 2009 celebrating the control of light through science, technology and art.

INFECTIOUS! - Are You Prepared?

Examining our close relationship with microorganisms and their ability to wreak havoc.

THE SCIENCE OF ATTRACTION

What makes us fall in love with someone? Science Gallery hosts a Love Lab to explore such questions.

(Photo of a robotic insect)