Tipperary Festival of Science to take place as part of Science Week 2024

Science Week, the annual week-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and maths will take place across Ireland from the November 10 to 17.

This year, Science Week will explore the theme of Regeneration.

Science Week is harnessing the power of regeneration and calling on the people of Tipperary to celebrate our innate ability to reinvent, rejuvenate and regenerate.

With hundreds of events taking place nationwide, there is something for everyone – whether you’re passionate about protecting our environment, biodiversity, our future health, or using technology like generative AI in our everyday lives.

Regeneration is happening all around us and Science Week is the chance to explore the endless opportunities for the future, and how the decisions we make today will greatly impact future generations.

Some events taking place as part of the Tipperary Festival of Science not to be missed include:

Conversation with Ella McSweeney, food and farming journalist: TUS Thurles, November 12, 11am to 12pm. An audience with Ella McSweeney- listen to her stories and reflections on farming and environmental issues, over the space of about an hour, followed by an opportunity for some questions and discussion.

Secrets of Superhero Science: Thurles Library, 11am to 12:30pm. Superheroes have incredible superpowers, and many of us would love to have them too! Supergirl can effortlessly lift trains and aeroplanes. Tony Stark flies around New York City in his Iron Man suit. Spider-Man climbs walls and spins webs. And Sue Storm of the Fantastic Four has the incredible power of invisibility.

Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society, Research Ireland, said: “Regeneration is happening all around us and touches every part of our lives - from how we safeguard our health, to the technology we use, and how we care for our planet. Science Week is a chance to show people what is possible when we use our collective strengths to build a brighter, more sustainable future. This Science Week, there is something for all generations, and I would encourage everyone in Tipperary to get involved, whether by attending local events, engaging online, or sharing experiences with friends and family.”

With fourteen festivals taking place across the country, including Tipperary Festival of Science, Circus by the Sea Festival, Southeast Science Festival, Kerry Science Festival, Cork Space Fest and “C’mere Till I Tell Ye” Dublin STEM Festival, there is something for all ages and interests.

For more information on how to get involved and to see the full list of events, workshops and talks across the country, please visit ScienceWeek.ie.

You can also follow developments using the hashtag #scienceweek or #regeneration.

Most Science Week events are free to join, but registration may be required.