Events for week of 14. October, 2024

The workshop will present how the brain analyses and combines information about food (from the senses, from the gastrointestinal tract and fat, and from memories) into a complex perception, flavour. Based on it we then decide, whether we ingest food, how much do we eat, and whether we like it. No machine can replace the analysis of our brain, so…

Basic information on human capabilities, their meaning and testing. Testing in movement challenges: a) Strength endurance challenge b) Balance challenge c) Hand-eye coordination challenge

Participants will be given a short introductory lecture on the basics of kinesiology tapes and will learn more about their use in physiotherapy and their effects on a variety of pathologies. This will be followed by a practical demonstration of kinesiotaping techniques and a demonstration of the correct application of kinesiology tapes. Participants will have the opportunity to take part…

Changes in pH can affect a variety of chemical processes, therefore accurate determination is important for understanding the properties of substances. Red cabbage contains large amounts of substances called anthocyanins. These are water-soluble dyes that change colour in different pH environments and for that reason red cabbage can be used as a natural pH indicator. Cabbage is also a good…

The workshop will contain three movement challenges and some myths about our bodies. Sitting in a circle: each student sits on the other's knees to form a circle. If the pupils are in the proper order, they can sit on each other's knees while supporting the one in front of them. It is a mind game with the number of…

Discussion on the importance of hand hygiene, when to wash hands, what to look out for; demonstration of how to wash and disinfect hands; examination of successfully cancerous hands with a handy teaching aid for the UV fluorescent test; showing a film on handwashing and the importance of clean hands.

Demonstration of basic resuscitation and AED procedures using simulation manikins; visitors will have the opportunity to try out the role of a rescuer. Watch a short educational video on basic resuscitation procedures and the use of an automatic defibrillator. This is followed by small group work, where each individual tries their hand at approaching an injured/ill person and giving cardiac…

Participants learn about critical thinking methods (from the field of media ecology) for understanding fake news production strategies. They learn to navigate among the abundance of information in the media environment and become aware of their own media self. Participants learn 1) the difference between information, misinformation and disinformation; 2) the effects of false information and why no one is…

We will present children with age-appropriate information about groups of protein-rich, fatty, and carbohydrate-rich foods, as well as micronutrients and their primary dietary sources. They will learn about the general importance of these nutrients for health or primarily for the well-being and performance of children ("What is good for strong muscles/solid bones/to fight against sniffles/for good thinking of our brains?"…

As part of the activity "Wildlife detective: revealing the invisible wildlife around you", students and teachers will learn how to efficiently monitor biodiversity with innovative approaches, based on modern, genetic methods. These approaches enable the understanding and research of many important wildlife features (what they eat, what kind of environment they live in, are their populations stable in nature, whether…

The Pop-It is a fidget toy that consists of a plain, vividly colored silicone tray with poppable bubbles, similar to bubble wrap, that can be turned over and reused. They are available in different colors, shapes and sizes and even in wearable forms. Marketed as a stress reliever, its popularity has grown in spring 2021 thanks to TikTok influencers, as…

An event aimed at bringing together shareholders in economy and science, fostering collaboration among them and showcasing the results of research, development and innovation (RDI). Presentation of the activities of the Styrian Chamber of Commerce and its members in the field of RRI.

The workshop is designed to provide participants with a deep understanding of critical aspects of the product design process. We foster creative thinking, conceptualisation, user-centred design, and product functionality. Participants will gain practical skills in designing engineering products that are aesthetically appealing and user-friendly. Through a combination of theory and practical exercises, participants will gain a comprehensive insight into the…

The Europe Direct Information Centre Koper – Capodistria will offer various informational materials about the EU, its policies, EU institutions and EU research programmes. The guests will also have the opportunity to take part in an interactive board game called EU Clues and a quiz with symbolic prizes.

Using five different archaeological finds (or replicas of them), we will see what conclusions archaeologists can draw about life in the Roman period. What can they "tell us", for example, a fragment of a glass bowl, a Victoria statuette, a sigillate goblet, a brick, a stylus, etc.?

Primary and secondary school students and teachers will have the opportunity to take part in a treasure hunt called "Fantastic animals and where to record them", where children will learn how to collect and use data of wildlife. They will also be introduced to the SRNA app, developed in the Step Change project, to collect wildlife data. During the workshop…

We will present a way to identify amphibians from photographs: we can identify each individual toad or newt from their abdominal pattern - just as we can identify each human from fingerprints. Sometimes, it's easy because toads have a distinctive pattern of black and yellow spots on their abdomen; sometimes, it's more challenging, and researchers have to use different software…

At the Piran Aquarium, you will get a closer look at the unique underwater world of the North Adriatic. It is home to around 140 organisms, the most abundant of which are fish - around 60 species.

The World Wide Web offers easy access to information but also presents pitfalls. We will present unethical practices in electronic publishing, such as predatory journals, plagiarism, predatory metrics, and deceptive conferences. We will answer questions about how to recognise these practices and why it is not advisable to engage with them or use their resources. We will emphasise the importance…

Participants will be given a tour of the research centre and introduced to the laboratories and the work of the researchers. This will be followed by a short presentation on carbon fluxes and carbon in wood as a basis for thinking about misconceptions and truths about wood.

What does it mean to think critically? How much space for critical thinking is there in school? Do schools encourage critical thinking at all? We will then focus on critical thinking as a socially reflective and self-reflective practice and examine its presence within the Slovenian school system. We will look at the examples of good practice and encourage students to…

"Raising awareness of the interested public through presentations on fake news and conspiracy theories in the field of gender equality: Despite technological and social progress, even in the field of gender equality, fake news and conspiracy theories exist. Based on their characteristics, fake news can be classified into several subgroups, such as: false information, which refers to inaccurate information or…

Participants will be given a tour of the research centre and introduced to the laboratories and the work of the researchers. This will be followed by a short presentation on carbon fluxes and carbon in wood as a basis for thinking about misconceptions and truths about wood.

Topology is entering the big door of physics. In this popular science lecture, I will show that topology can be used to represent critical behaviours of nature.

The competition was open to all age groups of educational institutions from all over Slovenia. As part of the main event of the European Researchers' Night at the Minorite Church, the selected works will be exhibited in the exhibition centre below the Minorite Church.

The Science Slam will be held on the project's theme: fake news and conspiracy theories. As is customary at the slam, the speakers will try to convince the lay audience with exciting stories about their research work. At the end, the best performance will be selected. Please register in advance at the following link to attend the slam.

In this workshop, we will collect and analyze data using basic statistical methods through various playful tasks, such as rolling dice and conducting surveys. Participants will learn the fundamentals of statistics and acquire basic skills for data analysis through play. The workshop is designed for high school students and adults who wish to improve their understanding of statistics in a…

In this workshop, we will collect and analyze data using basic statistical methods through various playful tasks, such as rolling dice and conducting surveys. Participants will learn the fundamentals of statistics and acquire basic skills for data analysis through play. The workshop is designed for high school students and adults who wish to improve their understanding of statistics in a…

Outdoor storytelling will be held in the Mythical Park in Rodik. The Mythical Park is an example of an excellent cooperation between researchers and the local community. Here the research idea was realised with the support of the local community. Its success also lies in preserving the heritage of storytelling, which is not ""frozen"" in audio-visual records. Stories from the…

First, we will watch a documentary about a specific case of fake science and its consequences. Then, in a relaxed debate, we will talk about the manipulation of research data and ideas that online sources and social networks readily exploit and what the consequences can be. In online communication, we are witnessing an increasing loss of knowledge, an inability to…

Various compositions connected by the principles of topology will be performed.

Documentary film "The Social Dilemma" for the general public. The film features interviews with individuals involved in creating social networks and dramatised scenes depicting a teenager becoming increasingly addicted to these platforms. Employees who contributed to Facebook, Google, Instagram, WhatsApp, Twitter, and other social networks emphasise the unexpected development and impact on many people. In addition to illustrating how tech…

A unique opportunity to explore the impact of fake news and conspiracy theories through interactive and engaging content. Participants will enjoy artistically designed snacks and take the opportunity for informal discussions on the presented content, exchanging opinions, experiences and questions with experts and other event visitors.