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!
Go undercover with the DNA Detectives to combat crime! Engage in the techniques used by forensic scientists to solve crimes and help uncover the mystery of stolen information from Amgen. Can you crack the case?
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
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!
See innovation come to life as you experience the magic of 3D printing. Experience this cutting-edge technology in action and witness the various stages involved in turning an idea into an object. Discover how UCD Innovation Academy leverages 3D printers to explore ideas and test designs, and develop solutions to real-life problems. These experiences are… Continue reading UCD Innovation Academy’s MakerSpace Technology Showcase
Have fun and learn about temperature and air quality in Dublin! Join us for some interactive fun and activities such as wordsearch, matching games, colouring pages, a fun computer game about urban temperature changes, and cutting-edge air pollution sensors on site. Bring your questions, ideas and experience to share with UCD researchers – all ages… Continue reading Air Temperature and Air Quality in Dublin
Discover the fascinating journey of Irish plant science from the Bronze Age and the Modern Age, to the Space Age at ‘Plants for the Future’. Learn about the ancient agricultural practices that shaped our environment, modern drone and vertical smart-farming, and the exciting potential for plants in space.
Come learn about Biometric Measurement at this interactive stand. You can have your height and weight measured, get an estimate of your body composition and chat to us about healthy eating.
A health promotion event focusing on what it is to be “Sun Smart”. Meet the Healthy UCD team at our stand, who will have resources available to help keep your skin safe this summer and all year round. Play in the sand pit, customise your own sun hat and get your very own pocket sized… Continue reading Healthy UCD – Be Sun Smart
