Budding scientists from throughout the island of Ireland are being invited to enter the world’s largest science communication competition which is to hold a regional heat in Derry for the first time.
Held annually in over 20 countries across the globe, Famelab will take place in the city’s Millennium Forum on Thursday next, 6 March.
With science becoming increasingly specialised, those working in the field can struggle to explain their projects to colleagues let alone the general public.
And explaining what you do can be extraordinarily important.
The organisers of FameLab have recognised this and challenge up and coming scientists, engineers and mathematicians to explain a complex idea in a straightforward and engaging way.
The Derry heat is expected to attract the top newest voices from the world of science and engineering across the island who will deliver short three-minute pieces on bizarre and pertinent science concepts.
A spokesperson for the organisers said: “Expect to hear anything from why men have nipples to how 3D glasses work and is nuclear energy a good or bad thing?”
Presentations will then be judged according to FameLab’s “3 Cs” – content, clarity and charisma.
Over 4,000 participants have taken part across the globe so far.
Aside from prizes including an all-expenses paid communications master class, contestants will have the chance to represent Ireland at the Famelab international finals at the Cheltenham Science Festival with representatives from organisations like NASA and CERN.
The spokesperson said: “By entering FameLab, you will begin a journey with like-minded people, build your networks, expand skillsets essential for developing your career and, most of all, have a fantastic time!”
To enter the North West FameLab heat, simply complete a registration form, which can be downloaded from www.britishcouncil.ie/famelab/registration-form and return to [email protected] by Tuesday next, 4 March.
Participants can alternatively submit their entry to FameLab Ireland by online video.
Check www.britishcouncil.ie/famelab/enter for further details.
The event is being managed in partnership between the British Council and North West Regional Science Park, a project which has been funded by the European Union’s INTERREG IVA programme and is managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). The Department for Social Development are further funders and site owners.
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