TechFest, an Aberdeen based charity that promotes STEM, is delighted to bring you the Aberdeen Science Festival, a vibrant celebration of STEM and cutting-edge research happening right here in Aberdeen!
Beer, forensics, AI and dangerous ideas will combine at Aberdeen Science Festival. Whether you’re a budding scientist, an enthusiastic student, or simply curious about the wonders of science, you’ll find a diverse range of events designed to inspire and educate.
Powered by TechFest, the celebration of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) promises to deliver an electrifying week of unforgettable adventures and will run from September 21-28.
Sessions will take place at various locations including the University of Aberdeen, Robert Gordon University, The Lemon Tree and Greyhope Bay, with some family friendly events for everyone to enjoy.
Supported by joint principal sponsors bp and Shell and festival sponsor Equinor, Aberdeen Science Festival is primarily aimed at adults, including students and senior school pupils, with STEM Nights and Hot Topics set to generate thought-provoking debate.
Exciting New Look and Content
TechFest is thrilled to refresh their annual festival with a brand-new look and even more exciting content. Aberdeen Science Festival’s events are organised into five distinct categories. Throughout its eight-day run, the festival will deliver sessions under the headings of Hot Topics, STEM Nights, Engaging Experiences, Family Fest and Fringe events.
Hot Topics will cover cutting edge research and topical subject as well as Fashion and the Rise of DARQ Technologies for Sustainability.
Taking place after dark, STEM Nights will provide a space for the discussion of serious scientific ideas such as the Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas, which combines a blend of controversial academic research and audience participation with comedy.
For visitors looking for a hands-on experience, Engaging Experiences offer the opportunity to get up close and personal with science – you can be a forensic scientist for the evening or, if beer is more your thing, you might choose From Grain to Glass: Behind the Scenes at Fierce Beer.
The Family Fest events have been designed to appeal to the whole family – imagine the surprised and astonished faces that will be seen during The Ugly Animal Show which will celebrate and explore the incredible biology of the most monstrous members of the animal kingdom. Or the delight when the Storm Branch Catapults sessions at Hazlehead Woods provide the chance to build a mini catapult!
Finally, Aberdeen Science Festival has teamed up with partner organisations to deliver Fringe Events which offer a taste of local science, including Scotland’s Prehistoric Geometry at Aberdeen Art Gallery.
Launch and Ticket Sales
The full programme can be viewed on the TechFest website and ticket sales are now live as of today, August 7th, via www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/whats-on/
