Get an introduction to the concepts of bridge engineering and discover how load transfer works in bridges. Learn this and more through hands-on activities and fun: you will develop your own bridge models, testing and analysing the strengths and weaknesses of different designs. Perfect for budding engineers of all ages!
Join us for an educational experience with our ewes and lambs! Get an up-close look at how we use wand technology to scan sheep for health tracking, monitor birthing and feeding, and ensure full traceability with their animal passports. This innovative tool helps us identify each sheep, record health events, and manage their care efficiently.… Continue reading Meet UCD Lyons Farm Ewes & Lambs
Discover this fascinating camera technique that lets you see the invisible air flow all around you. Watch as heat rises from your fingers and breath escapes from your mouth, revealing the unseen world of thermal motion and air currents.
Bring your favourite stuffed animal toy to the Teddy Bear Care Centre to get a full health check! Healthcare professionals from UCD’s UCD College of Health and Agricultural Sciences have come together to help children learn about the role of looking after one’s health, dispelling fears surrounding medical scenarios, and normalising talking about one’s feelings… Continue reading Teddy Bear Care Centre
Get creative and print your very own poster using traditional letterpress techniques! This hands-on event is perfect for festival goers of all ages. While you are here, don’t miss the chance to explore rare printed treasures from our Special Collections. Don’t miss out on this fun and interactive experience!
Examine soil and grass, play games, and try your hand milking with our cow simulators! Plus, lots of dairy goodies to be given away at this hands-on, family friendly experience. The UCD Institute of Food and Health is proud of its research expertise in global food systems. Soil has many functions, as well as producing… Continue reading Soil to Society
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure through the metaverse with UCD Innovation Academy as your guide. Immerse yourself in exciting and interactive VR experiences, from mini-golf and roller coasters to multi-brush art and VR storytelling. Suitable for curious minds over 13!
Join us at UCD Greenacre, our new sustainability hub, where learning comes to life through hands-on experiments and real-world applications. Dive into the circular economy with our unique coffee grounds to mushrooms project, and experience firsthand how everyday materials can be transformed sustainably. Learn about the impact of plastics and the possibilities of plastic recycling… Continue reading Greenacre, UCD’s Sustainability Hub
Have you ever wondered how stress affects cyclists on the road? Hop onto one of our stationary bikes, put on a wristband and see firsthand what happens when something startles you while you cycle! The wristband has a sensor that measures a biomarker of stress on our skin, helping us to understand more about stressful… Continue reading Keep Calm and Carry on Cycling!
