Master Micropipetting with Amgen

Let's Chat About the Science Behind Medicine

In association with colleagues in Systems Biology Ireland and UCD Conway Institute, join us to explore some key tools of the Biotechnology Lab and get the chance to try your hand at micropipetting. The skills that scientists need to use this tool are usually taught in the lab, but at the festival join UCD researchers… Continue reading Master Micropipetting with Amgen

Hands-On Chemistry

10/6/18 NO REPRO FEES - In excess of 15,000 people descended on the UCD campus, on Saturday, 9th June as temperatures soared for the third annual UCD Festival, fast becoming one of the country’s most popular fixtures on the summer family festival calendar. PICTURED IS Annabel Purdy from Delvin, County Westmeath experimenting with liquid Nitrogen.Festival goers were invited to open their minds and let loose their imaginations as they explored a taste of the innovation, creativity and research that takes place on UCD campus every day. Attendees were greeted with a jam-packed schedule of fun and interactive events, with six festival zones and over 100 free events to enjoy. The huge numbers on campus immersed themselves in a day of hands-on fun and discovery. Festival goers got to experience UCD’s Folklore Collection, jumped into the Family Fun zone, found out more about diverse views and life experiences with talks and debates and got a little closer to the latest advances in Science, Engineering, Innovation and Technology. This year's festival was kindly sponsored by Intel, Microsoft, Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County Council and UCD Sport and Fitness. ENDS For further press information, please contact TRA Brands | The Reputations Agency Suzie O’DeaSuzie@thereputationsagency.ieM. 086 331 8800 Nicole FennerNicole@thereputationsagency.ieM. 086 8641544 Stephanie CaslinStephanie@thereputationsagency.ieM. 087 9634408 .Photo:Barry Cronin/www.barrycronin.com

Don’t miss this hands-on, fun, educational event to pinpoint how chemistry is applied in society, technology, and green transition. Come to see Chemistry in action in a fun and interesting way!

Interactive Archaeology

Don’t miss a visit to the Centre for Experimental Archaeology and Materials Culture, where we will have a range of specialists from the UCD School of Archaeology talking to visitors about their area of expertise with the aid of demonstrations, guided handling of ancient artefacts (man-made objects) and other sample material (human and animal bone,… Continue reading Interactive Archaeology

Immersive Medtronic Showcase

Get ready to be inspired in an immersive showcase! A not-to-be-missed and unique opportunity to connect with the Medtronic team of engineers and innovators, who are using exciting technology to tackle major health challenges and making a real difference in the world. WARNING – NOT TO BE MISSED  

I-Form, the Research Ireland Centre for Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced manufacturing is transforming how things are made through digital technologies such as 3D printing & AI. Visit the I-Form area to see a preview of the next industrial revolution in action, and meet the brilliant engineers who are driving the change and making it happen!

Muscle-controlled games for prosthesis control

Ever wondered how bionic arms work? This interactive exhibit will allow you to control a game with the muscles of your arm, using the same techniques that are used to control bionic arms.

Engineering Make & Do Workshop

Get hands-on and explore engineering activities in our children’s make and do area. Build a bionic hand out of cardboard, or see how tall you can make a marshmallow structure.

View our UCD Crop Robot and Self-Driving Tractor

Join us at UCD Lyons Farm to meet our Crop Robot and learn about the innovative technology we use to grow crops. Discover our self-driving tractor and slurry tanker, which are GPS-controlled for precise application of organic fertilisers. We grow wheat, barley, sunflowers, peas, beans, and lupins, using sensors to monitor crop health and reduce… Continue reading View our UCD Crop Robot and Self-Driving Tractor

Robotics Showcase

Robotics showcase from UCD Engineering students, focusing on learning new aspects of engineering, programming and robotics. Check out the mini robots display and see them in action!