1pm to 4.30pm: LOVE YOUR HEALTH. 

Interactive, hands-on event to meet our scientist and our life-changing research work.

An interactive event where you will meet local scientists at the forefront of research into vision, kidney, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, and the tiny world of microbes and their fight with our immune system.

Our researchers will welcome you with live demonstrations and hands-on research activities.

Kids will have their eyes opened to the possibilities of science, teenagers get inspired for a career in biomedical science, and adults will gain an in-depth view of ongoing research in Belfast. Come and discover how science is transforming healthcare!

https://nisciencefestival.com/event/love-your-health/ 

1.30pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm. CELL EXPLORERS TOURS.

Learn how scientists grow and study different types of human cells in the lab.

An exciting event where you will learn how scientists grow and study different types of human cells in the lab.

These include blood vessel, nerve, muscle, and immune cells. Some volunteers (typically children) will get a chance to try out the techniques used to explore how these cells behave in diseases and react to treatments.

The event includes a guided tour of the cutting-edge cell culture facilities at the Wellcome-Wolfson Institute of Experimental Medicine, Queen’s University Belfast. You’ll also hear about the latest research being done at the Institute and how it’s helping us understand more about human health and how to tackle disease.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to dive into the world of cell science!

https://nisciencefestival.com/event/cell-explorers/ 

2 & 3pm: TOUR – ADVANCED IMAGING FACILITY. 

An exciting tour featuring microscopy demonstrations, showcasing the vibrant fluorescent signals of our samples.

Are you curious about the hidden world of microscopic life and cutting-edge research?

Join us for an exciting tour featuring microscopy demonstrations. Discover the latest techniques, including confocal, multiphoton, super resolution, and electron microscopy, while exploring critical research in the WWIEM and the School of Medicine at Queen’s University.

Engage with our experts and ask questions as you delve into the science behind eye diseases, multiple sclerosis, cancer, and more. Don’t miss this ultimate opportunity to see science in action!

You can also explore cutting-edge medical research through song at 

https://nisciencefestival.com/event/qub-experimental-medicine-advanced-imaging-core-facility-tour/ 

Also, come to our collaborative event with SONIC: HIVE choir will perform experimental pieces on immunology, infection, respiratory, vision, and vascular medicine. Experience their improvised, electronic-enhanced songs in the immersive Sonic Lab audio theatre for a unique learning experience.

HIVE Choir present: Experimental Medicine + Experimental Music!