Category: Topic:Science & Society

  • 20 years evolution of Portuguese students towards physics – A pseudo-study

    20 years evolution of Portuguese students towards physics – A pseudo-study

    In 2004, LIP started to significantly strengthen the interaction with high schools through projects, internships, and visits. This was followed by the World Year of Physics and the development of the Portuguese Language Teacher Programme. This resulted in a significant boost in student interest in Physics, reflected by a higher minimum admission score for Portuguese…

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  • HAWC Outreach educational activities in Mexico

    HAWC Outreach educational activities in Mexico

    The INAOE is deeply involved in two STEM programs coordinated by HAWC collaborator Ing. Janina Nava : “Por mas Mujeres en ciencia y tecnología” : Camps dedicated to exploring science and fostering personal growth tailored for female high school students with difficult background. “Mujeres en STEM Futuras lideres” : A mentoring program designed for young…

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  • “I’m a scientist – Get me out of here”

    “I’m a scientist – Get me out of here”

    “I’m a scientist – Get me out of here” is an outreach competition. It takes the form of an online, student-led international STEM program that connects school students with scientists through text-based chats. Each week, students vote for their favorite scientist, and the winner receives funding for a science communication project.

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  • A Digital Learning Module about Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

    A Digital Learning Module about Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

    Digital learning modules are a virtual and versatile format for classroom and distance learning. This module was developed as an extension of the hands-on PET workshop. It is composed of explanatory and experiment videos with interactive elements, followed by tests and interviews with experts.

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  • Women and Girls in Science and Technology

    Women and Girls in Science and Technology

    In celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, local schools hosted one-hour presentations by women working in STEM fields over the course of a week. This event is held in the canton of Geneva, the district of Nyon, and the departments of Ain and Haute-Savoie.

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  • The Fellow Program of Netzwerk Teilchenwelt – Keeping young talents attached

    The Fellow Program of Netzwerk Teilchenwelt – Keeping young talents attached

    The fellow program started in 2017. It takes the form of a multi-step program from masterclass to CERN project week. With tailored trainings for a long term impact. It also manage to maintain 50% females throughout all steps!

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  • COLLISION | Stories from the Science of CERN – An anthology of short stories of fictions

    COLLISION | Stories from the Science of CERN – An anthology of short stories of fictions

    A collection of short stories bringing established, professional authors together with members of the CERN community, to explore some of the discoveries being made, through fiction. Every story is distinctly unique, with each writer showcasing a totally different style. The CERN community submitted more than 300 short story proposals for the project, out of which…

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  • IGFAE Labs (Galicia, Spain)

    IGFAE Labs (Galicia, Spain)

    The IGFAE Labs are newly created spaces directed towards responsible research and innovation (RRI) with society and its immediate surroundings.

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  • The Quantum Prisoner – A great adventure at the heart of science and technology

    The Quantum Prisoner – A great adventure at the heart of science and technology

    The Quantum Prisoner is a free, browser-based adventure game with no registration needed. Players visit 25 science-related locations and play 30 minigames centered on scientific and technological concepts. This game combines a sci-fi narrative with actual scientific concepts and fantastic interpretations. Teachers can use this game as an educational tool by selecting specific minigames for…

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  • IPPOG Masterclass for non-scientific Personnel

    IPPOG Masterclass for non-scientific Personnel

    The project is based on the fact that 97% of CERN’s staff are non-scientists. The goal is to adapt the masterclass intended for students to benefit non-scientific personnel, to offer them hands-on experience and insight into the work of their scientist colleagues. These sessions improve their capacity to support the organization’s mission and outreach.

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