Science Week 2024: Regeneration is the Theme, with Events Across Ireland!

Science Week, the annual week-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) will take place across Ireland from the 10-17 November. This year, Science Week will explore the theme of Regeneration.

Science Week is harnessing the power of regeneration and calling on the people of Wexford to celebrate our innate ability to reinvent, rejuvenate and regenerate. With hundreds of events taking place nationwide, there is something for everyone – whether you’re passionate about protecting our environment, biodiversity, our future health, or using technology like generative AI in our everyday lives.

Regeneration is happening all around us and Science Week is the chance to explore the endless opportunities for the future, and how the decisions we make today will greatly impact future generations. Some events taking place as part of the Wexford Science Festival not to be missed include:

Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society, Research Ireland, said: “Regeneration is happening all around us and touches every part of our lives - from how we safeguard our health, to the technology we use, and how we care for our planet. Science Week is a chance to show people what is possible when we use our collective strengths to build a brighter, more sustainable future. This Science Week, there is something for all generations, and I would encourage everyone in Wexford to get involved, whether by attending local events, engaging online, or sharing experiences with friends and family.”

With fourteen festivals taking place across the country, including Wexford Science Festival, Science Circus by the Sea Festival, Southeast Science Festival, Cork Space Fest, Kerry Science Festival, and “C’mere Till I Tell Ye” Dublin STEM Festival, there is something for all ages and interests.

For more information on how to get involved and to see the full list of events, workshops and talks across the country, please visit ScienceWeek.ie. You can also follow developments using the hashtag #scienceweek or #regeneration. Most Science Week events are free to join, but registration may be required.

Science Week 2024 in Mayo: The Science Circus By The Sea Festival

The Science Circus by the Sea Festival will take place in Mayo as part of Science Week.

The festival offers a plethora of events, including the following:

Desert Bloom: An Interactive Show for Little Ones

This event is perfect for very young children and is a charming, relaxed and interactive performance that brings the lifecycle of a special flower from the Atacama Desert in Chile, South America to life. Using dance, storytelling and puppetry of the insects from the region, Angelica Santander will make this tale come alive!

StrongWomen: Inspiring Show About the Power of Teamwork and Science

StrongWomen Aoife and Maria will reveal the scientific secrets behind their astounding tricks. The event involves a fun, lively and fast-paced family circus performance, where you will find out how jugglers, acrobats and hula hoop artists use science to create their amazing acts. Don't miss this inspiring show about the power of teamwork, science and strong, brilliant women. There will be a short post-show discussion about girls and women in science with the performers and women in STEM.

What Stuff Does: Unpacking the Mechanics of Juggling

This event involves comedy and incredible circus skills, with phenomenal performer and research scientist Robin Dale unpacking the mechanics of juggling using flying ping pong bats, disobedient buckets of water and a wrestling match with a flipchart. Get ready to be amazed by this part TED talk, part stand-up comedy, part mesmerising circus act!

Science Week in Limerick: Events for All Generations

Limerick science lovers are being invited to explore their ability to reinvent, rejuvenate and regenerate as part of Science Week 2024, which runs from November 10th to November 17th.

Science Week 2024 is an annual week-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM). The theme of this year's week is Regeneration.

The week will explore the endless opportunities for our futures, and how the decisions we make today will greatly impact future generations. Some events taking place as part of the Limerick Festival of Science and Ballyhoura Science Week Festival not to be missed include:

Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society, Research Ireland, said: “Science Week is a chance to show people what is possible when we use our collective strengths to build a brighter, more sustainable future. This Science Week, there is something for all generations, and I would encourage everyone in Limerick to get involved, whether by attending local events, engaging online, or sharing experiences with friends and family.”

With fourteen festivals taking place across the country, including Limerick Festival of Science, Ballyhoura Science Week, Science Circus by the Sea Festival, Cork Space Fest, Kerry Science Festival, and “C’mere Till I Tell Ye” Dublin STEM Festival, there is something for all ages and interests.

For more information on how to get involved and to see the full list of events, workshops and talks across the country, please visit ScienceWeek.ie.

Most Science Week events are free to join, but registration may be required.

Science Week in Tipperary: A Celebration of Regeneration

Science Week, the annual week-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and maths will take place across Ireland from the November 10 to 17. This year, Science Week will explore the theme of Regeneration.

Science Week is harnessing the power of regeneration and calling on the people of Tipperary to celebrate our innate ability to reinvent, rejuvenate and regenerate. With hundreds of events taking place nationwide, there is something for everyone – whether you’re passionate about protecting our environment, biodiversity, our future health, or using technology like generative AI in our everyday lives.

Conversation with Ella McSweeney

This event, taking place at TUS Thurles, will be an hour-long conversation with Ella McSweeney, food and farming journalist. The audience will have the opportunity to listen to her stories and reflections on farming and environmental issues. The hour will end with a question and answer session.

Secrets of Superhero Science

At Thurles Library, there is an event called 'Secrets of Superhero Science' for children. This event takes place from 11am to 12:30pm. In this event, kids will discover the incredible superpowers of superheroes and learn about the real-world science behind them. For example, they will learn about the science of Supergirl lifting trains and aeroplanes, Tony Stark flying in the Iron Man suit, Spider-Man climbing walls and spinning webs, and Sue Storm of the Fantastic Four being invisible!

Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society, Research Ireland, said: “Regeneration is happening all around us and touches every part of our lives - from how we safeguard our health, to the technology we use, and how we care for our planet. Science Week is a chance to show people what is possible when we use our collective strengths to build a brighter, more sustainable future. This Science Week, there is something for all generations, and I would encourage everyone in Tipperary to get involved, whether by attending local events, engaging online, or sharing experiences with friends and family.”

With fourteen festivals taking place across the country, including Tipperary Festival of Science, Circus by the Sea Festival, Southeast Science Festival, Kerry Science Festival, Cork Space Fest and “C’mere Till I Tell Ye” Dublin STEM Festival, there is something for all ages and interests.

Science Week: A Chance to Regenerate Our World

Science Week is a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of science and technology. It’s a time to learn, discover, and engage with the world around us. By focusing on the theme of regeneration, Science Week aims to inspire us all to think about how we can make a positive impact on the future. So, get involved, attend an event, and help us build a brighter, more sustainable future.