'Invasion of the Mini Killers' at Coleraine

THE STEP-UP 'Engaging Young Minds' programme of activities began this week with an interactive lecture entitled ' Invasion of the Mini Killers' delivered by Professor James Dooley from Ulster's School of Biomedical Sciences at Coleraine.
By The Newsroom
Published 24th Oct 2010, 12:21 BST
Updated 25th Oct 2010, 18:21 BST

Throughout this week almost 1,500 primary school pupils at venues in Londonderry, Coleraine and Belfast were taken on a fascinating journey through the world of microscopic organisms as Professor James Dooley outlines the good, the bad and the ugly side of bacteria and how they can cause disease and illness.

Dr. Damian O'Kane, Head of Access and Educational Partnerships said: “This innovative programme encourages primary school pupils to engage meaningfully in STEM related subjects and to develop career paths in these critically important areas. We have expanded our provision this year to include many more primary schools from social and economic disadvantage.”

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The programme of activities including lectures and competitions will be delivered throughout the coming year on all campuses of the University of Ulster.

Pupils will be given the opportunity to showcase their many talents including becoming real life crime scene investigators and mini chefs.

The programme is supported by the Department for Employment and Learning, The Honourable The Irish Society and the University of Ulster’s Access Agreement.

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