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Science Education

Formerly known as European Learning Laboratory for the Life Sciences

Our inspiring educational experiences share the scientific discoveries of EMBL with young learners aged 10-19 years and teachers in Europe and beyond. We belong to EMBL’s Science Education and Public Engagement office.

European Researchers’ Night

European Researchers’ Night (NIGHT) is the flagship initiative of the European Commission to bridge science and society and to encourage young people to pursue research careers. Nacht der Forschung Heidelberg | Mannheim, under coordination of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory and together with partners from cutting-edge research, science education, science communication and the arts, organised the NIGHT in Heidelberg and Mannheim, in Germany in 2018 and 2019.

The overall objective of Nacht der Forschung Heidelberg | Mannheim was to bring researchers closer to the general public and to increase awareness of research and innovation activities, with a view to facilitate the image of researchers, create an understanding of the impact of researchers’ work on citizen’s daily life, and encourage young people to embark on research careers. By showcasing twelve different science disciplines and different activities (149 in 2018 and 148 in 2019), the project offered a unique opportunity for all age groups to engage with researchers from different areas, and experience and understand the impact of research on our daily lives and future.

Project introduction

Science has undergone an unforeseen rapid development over the past decade. The new innovations have significantly influenced many details of our everyday lives. Europeans are interested in science and technology; however, they perceive the information they receive as insufficient and their opinion towards public engagement in science and technology is fragmented. Public engagement has become the leading approach to bridge science and society. Arts, as a form of expression and a source of genuine creativity has also started to play an important role in supporting the link between science and the public. By nurturing the exchange between science and arts, we arrive at new forms of expression, unlock the potential of creative arts and enrich scientific thinking.

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