sun13novAll Daysun20Science Week Book Club(All Day)
Time
november 13 (Sunday) - 20 (Sunday)
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Midlands Science is encouraging book clubs in the midlands to read a popular science book this year as part of Science Week. If book clubs do this, share it on
Event Details
Midlands Science is encouraging book clubs in the midlands to read a popular science book this year as part of Science Week. If book clubs do this, share it on Facebook/Instagram and tag Midlands Science, they’ll be in with a chance to win some amazing science books for their club.
A full listing of recommended books is available here.
For adults, books recommended include “Empire of Pain” by Patrick Radden Keefe, which explores the story of the Sackler family and their central role in America’s opioid epidemic and Limitless by Tim Peake, in which the astronaut takes readers closer than ever before to what life in space is like. For younger readers, Women in Science by Rachel Ignotofsky tells the story of amazing women in science and their achievements from ancient times to the modern day. “Alan Turing” by Maris Isabel Sanchez Vegara is a book in the series Little People, Big Dreams and tells the remarkable story of the father of computer science and artificial intelligence and his central role in Nazi code cracking in World War 2.
If your book club would like a speaker to attend your meeting to discuss some of the issues in your chosen book, simply email outreach@midlandsscience.ie and we will try to arrange this. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Sacred Heart Secondary School
Daingean Road, Tullamore, Co. Offaly.
Event Details
The Midlands Science Discovery Day in association with Integra offers a chance to experience everything from dinosaurs to Ironman in one location! Suitable for age 5 and up, the day
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The Midlands Science Discovery Day in association with Integra offers a chance to experience everything from dinosaurs to Ironman in one location! Suitable for age 5 and up, the day offers the chance for participants to meet reptiles up close and personal, learn about the science of Spiderman, star up at the night’s sky in Ireland’s largest mobile planetarium, do hands on science with Anyone 4 Science and learn about dinosaurs with Dale Treadwell.
The Discovery Day is one of the most popular events of the Midlands Science Festival and is open to everyone. Should any participants experience sensory issues in a crowded environment, please contact us directly and we will try to facilitate a visit to Discovery Day activities at a time that is quieter. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
When booking there are three time slots to choose from. The same providers/activities will be available throughout all three time slots.
Slot 1: 10:00am – 11:30am
Slot 2: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Slot 3: 1:30pm – 3:00pm
If you are brining a family of 6 please book 6 tickets as we will need to manage numbers on the day. We look forward to welcoming you all to Tullamore on November 12th
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Time
(Sunday) 11:00 am
Location
The Lough Ree Inn
Coosan Point, Athlone. Co. Westmeath
Event Details
Whether you are a dedicated dipper or a super-enthusiastic open water swimming, you are welcome to join Midlands Science for a Swim Ireland supervised dip and swim at Lough Ree,
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Whether you are a dedicated dipper or a super-enthusiastic open water swimming, you are welcome to join Midlands Science for a Swim Ireland supervised dip and swim at Lough Ree, Coosan Point, Athlone. Following your dip or swim [no pressure, it’s up to you how far you want to go], hot food and refreshments will be served in the Lough Ree Inn and an interview will take place with Catherine Kelly, author of “Blue Spaces”, the best selling book which explores why we love swimming and water so much.
It turns out that blue spaces have a range of unique effects on our physical and mental health and Catherine Kelly has explored this topic for years as a geographer. So dive in and join Midlands Science and Swim Ireland for a swim, food and a fun discussion. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
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Time
(Monday) 4:00 pm
Location
Online
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The discovery of insulin 101 years transformed the lives of millions of people. Insulin is truly a medical marvel as prior to its discovery, the main recommendation was a diet
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The discovery of insulin 101 years transformed the lives of millions of people. Insulin is truly a medical marvel as prior to its discovery, the main recommendation was a diet that so limited, people often died of starvation. 101 years after its discovery, we wanted to take a look back at the impact it has had and also share some key research and advice for those who experience diabetes.
This online event brings together Dr Craig Slattery of UCD, who has extensively researched diabetes, and Dr. Kate Gajewska, Clinical Manager for Advocacy and Research with Diabetes Ireland. Together they explore the science of diabetes and offer practical tips for ways to manage and live well with this condition. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
There is no need to book for this event as the video will be available on our YouTube Channel from Monday November 14th at 4pm.
Time
(Monday) 7:30 pm
Location
Athlone Golf Club
Hudson Bay, Athlone, Co. Roscommon
Event Details
Join us for an event exploring the science and psychology of golf with Dr. Eoghan McNeill, a psychology lecturer in Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). This event takes place in
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Join us for an event exploring the science and psychology of golf with Dr. Eoghan McNeill, a psychology lecturer in Technological University of the Shannon (TUS).
This event takes place in Athlone Golf Club with sports psychologist Dr Eoghan McNeill, a keen golfer and sports psychologist who has done work nationally and in peer reviewed research on the psychological factors that are at play every time you pick up the golf club bag. It’s not just a physical game, like a lot of things, it’s also psychological. This event will feature science communicator and keen golfer Dr Barry Fitzgerald in conversation with Dr Eoghan McNeill. You’ll be sure to come away with some psychological tips and tracks that will help you to improve your game.
Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
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Time
(Monday) 7:30 pm
Location
Radisson Blu Hotel Athlone
Northgate St, Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Event Details
In 2021, Midlands Science ran some online content with leading psychologist Dr Andrew Magee exploring the science of resilience. In a few hours, over 7,500 people had viewed
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In 2021, Midlands Science ran some online content with leading psychologist Dr Andrew Magee exploring the science of resilience. In a few hours, over 7,500 people had viewed this content which offered wise, compassionate and practical advice on resilience, all based on science from the field of psychology.
Midlands Science is now delighted to offer the opportunity to attend an in-person event with Dr Andrew Magee where he will be in conversation with Dr Craig Slattery of UCD. Together they will explore what science tells us about stress and resilience and also provide some advice, based on science, on how we manage stress better and build our resilience. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
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Time
(Tuesday) 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
St. Mary's Youth and Community Centre
Harbour St, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
Event Details
Drop-In and join Museum Educators from the National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology for a free afternoon of discovering archaeology. Archaeologists use lots of scientific techniques to figure out
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Drop-In and join Museum Educators from the National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology for a free afternoon of discovering archaeology. Archaeologists use lots of scientific techniques to figure out what life was like in Ireland hundreds and even thousands of years ago. Educators from the National Museum of Ireland will show lots of replica artefacts and raw materials, which you can take a closer look at. Think like an archaeologist and use the evidence to solve the puzzle and discover what these objects are and how they were used by the Vikings. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
This event is open to everyone. St. Mary’s Youth and Community Cente is wheelchair accessible.
This is a drop-in event so there is no need to book!
tue15nov6:00 pmSo You Want To Be A Formula 1 Driver?6:00 pm Online
Time
(Tuesday) 6:00 pm
Location
Online
Event Details
Buckle up, here’s the science bit! Join physicist Dr Barry Fitzgerald as he takes apart the world of Formula Driving and what it takes to be a driver in this
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Buckle up, here’s the science bit! Join physicist Dr Barry Fitzgerald as he takes apart the world of Formula Driving and what it takes to be a driver in this fast competitive world. This online event also includes the opportunity to win a day in the pit at Mondello Park to experience car racing up close and personal! Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
There is no need to book for this event as the video will be available on our YouTube Channel from Tuesday November 15th at 6pm.
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm
Location
Offaly History Centre
Bury Quay, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
Event Details
Discover more about archaeological artefacts from Co. Offaly, including the Dowris Hoard, with Dr Bernard Gilhooly, Assistant Keeper of Irish Antiquities from the National Museum of Ireland.
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Discover more about archaeological artefacts from Co. Offaly, including the Dowris Hoard, with Dr Bernard Gilhooly, Assistant Keeper of Irish Antiquities from the National Museum of Ireland. This talk will examine artefacts from the county, and with Science Week in mind, we will look at some of the techniques archaeologists use to interpret objects, and how they tell stories about past peoples and societies.
This evening lecture is part of the Midlands Science Festival and is organised in collaboration with the Offaly Heritage Office and the National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology. The Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week. Photo copyright: National Museum of Ireland.
wed16novAll Daythu17How to be a Climate Hero(All Day) Online
Time
november 16 (Wednesday) - 17 (Thursday)
Location
Online
Event Details
Climate Heroes is a two-part animation series for Science Week produced with Panick Design exploring the science of two driving factors in climate change and what we can do about
Event Details
Climate Heroes is a two-part animation series for Science Week produced with Panick Design exploring the science of two driving factors in climate change and what we can do about them – Energy Use and Fast Fashion. Both of these are things we engage with every day, and both have an impact on climate change. This beautifully animated series will explore key points from science about fashion and energy and suggest ways we can all be more aware of their impact on climate change and changes we can all make for the better.
This two-part animation will be released on the Midlands Science YouTube Channel and on our Facebook page at 10am on Wednesday the 16th and 10am on Thursday the 17th. No booking is required for this event. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Portlaoise Family Resource Centre
Harpur's Lane, Maryborough, Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Event Details
Join Aoife Munn for a practical evening workshop exploring what science can tell us about sustainable living. This two-hour, hands-on workshop on sustainable living incorporates 3 crafts including
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Join Aoife Munn for a practical evening workshop exploring what science can tell us about sustainable living. This two-hour, hands-on workshop on sustainable living incorporates 3 crafts including make your own wax wrap to take home, make your own bar of soap and make your own biodegradable pot of pollinator seed. Everyone will get to do all 3 crafts and look at how to reduce their waste and live more sustainably. The course is lively and interactive. So, roll up your sleeves and explore how the science of sustainable living can add to your life. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
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wed16novAll Daythu17How to be a Climate Hero(All Day) Online
Time
november 16 (Wednesday) - 17 (Thursday)
Location
Online
Event Details
Climate Heroes is a two-part animation series for Science Week produced with Panick Design exploring the science of two driving factors in climate change and what we can do about
Event Details
Climate Heroes is a two-part animation series for Science Week produced with Panick Design exploring the science of two driving factors in climate change and what we can do about them – Energy Use and Fast Fashion. Both of these are things we engage with every day, and both have an impact on climate change. This beautifully animated series will explore key points from science about fashion and energy and suggest ways we can all be more aware of their impact on climate change and changes we can all make for the better.
This two-part animation will be released on the Midlands Science YouTube Channel and on our Facebook page at 10am on Wednesday the 16th and 10am on Thursday the 17th. No booking is required for this event. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
Time
(Thursday) 7:30 pm
Location
Annebrook Hotel Mullingar
Austin Friars St, Bellview, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
Event Details
This unique event is supported by the Royal Society of Chemistry and will explore the myths, marketing and reality of cosmetic products. We spend millions every year
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This unique event is supported by the Royal Society of Chemistry and will explore the myths, marketing and reality of cosmetic products. We spend millions every year on everything from sunscreen to lipstick but what are we actually buying and what do the labels mean? This event will explore everything from the ingredients to the psychology of beauty and will include an opportunity for the audience to decide on different products in a blind test. Shopping for cosmetics will never be the same again! Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
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Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
Lough Boora Discovery Park
Boora, Leabeg, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
Event Details
Join Midlands Science and Midlands Astronomy Club for a unique night-time event in Lough Boora Discovery Park exploring the night’s sky using powerful tools and telescopes. Before going outside to
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Join Midlands Science and Midlands Astronomy Club for a unique night-time event in Lough Boora Discovery Park exploring the night’s sky using powerful tools and telescopes. Before going outside to explore the night sky, a short talk will explain some key points in the science of astronomy. All age groups are welcome and there will be some hot drinks and snacks on us! You’ll also be given a short guide to take away with key points to remember and a guide to buying your first telescope should you wish to do so. Children under 15 must be accompanied with a parent or guardian. If the weather is not favourable, it will move to indoors on the night. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
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Time
(Friday) 7:30 pm
Location
Dead Centre Brewing
Custume Pier, Custume Place, Athlone. Co. Westmeath
Event Details
Join Midlands Science in Dead Centre Brewing, a craft brewery and bar in the heart of Athlone, for an evening exploring the Science of Beer and Brewing. We will be
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Join Midlands Science in Dead Centre Brewing, a craft brewery and bar in the heart of Athlone, for an evening exploring the Science of Beer and Brewing. We will be exploring what beer actually is, where it came from and what we need to do if we want to brew our own beer at home. Science can help with all of this, so hop to it and get booking for some beer science! Every attendee will enjoy a free beer on the night courtesy of Midlands Science. This is a strictly over 18s event.
Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
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