Curiosity comes to town as NI Science Festival returns to Coleraine and Portstewart
With a star-powered programme of world-class scientists, celebrity speakers and family-focused events, the NI Science Festival (NISF) is returning to the Causeway Coast.
Celebrating the wonders of science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics (STEAM), the festival presents a vibrant programme designed to inspire curiosity, spark conversation and show how science shapes our everyday lives thoughout February.
For those that have ever wondered what food scientists actually do, Meet the Food Nerds! (February 13) is an opportunity to meet the team from the Co-Centre for Sustainable Food Systems for a lively, hands-on workshop.
Taking place at the Coleraine campus of Ulster University, families can explore how scientists use data on everyday food choices to tackle some of the biggest challenges in human and planetary health.
Orienteering Somerset Forest (12 February) with NI Orienteering is an opportunity for all ages to navigate your way around Somerset Forest and explore the Coleraine woodland next to the River Bann across 2km and 5km courses.
The Science of Steps (20 February) at UU Coleraine is a free interactive workshop to demystify common misconceptions using the latest research and engaging tasks.
At The Amazing Body Olympics (21 February), another free workshop at UU’s Coleraine campus, attendees will be put through their paces in a series of hands-on challenges that let you experience biomedical science in action, including testing reaction time, grip strength, balance, flexibility, cardiovascular and respiratory responses.
In partnership with Libraries NI, KUBO, the little robot with a big personality, will touch down at Portstewart Library (3 February) to help children start their computer programming journey.
For booking information and further details, visit www.nisciencefestival.com