Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine
Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance
Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust
Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine
Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History
Luxembourg Centre for European Law
Luxembourg Centre for Socio-Environmental SystemsScience workshops
The secrets of reading
(English or French, 20 minutes, 9-12 years)
Crack the code of a secret message to discover how the brain learns to read. Through this hands-on decoding challenge, you’ll discover how just one little hint can make a wor(l)d of difference!
The many faces of cancer
(English, 50 minutes, 12+ years)
Have you ever thought about why treatment works in some patients but not in others? In this hands-on activity, you’ll explore how scientists are using DNA sequencing to uncover the hidden differences between cancers, and how that can change the way we treat them. Plus, you’ll see how artificial intelligence is becoming a powerful tool to make sense of all that complex data! No lab coat needed, just your curiosity and an open mind!
The immune system and cancer: friend or foe?
(English or French, 50 minutes, 16+ years)
The immune system is our personal bodyguard, protecting us from different diseases. But did you know it can sometimes get hijacked by cancer cells forcing it to help the tumor grow? In this workshop, you’ll discover how cancer can trick and play hide and seek with the immune system.
Defenders of the Digital World
(English, 20 minutes, 12+ years)
Step into the shoes of cybersecurity agents! In this workshop, you’ll role-play as humans and AIs protecting a digital world. You’ll make crucial security decisions and discover where humans and AI shine, fail and why collaboration is key.
Teaching Physics: Hands-On vs. VR
(English, 45 minutes – 2 hours, 12+ years)
Dive into the world of physics through two distinct approaches: explore traditional hands-on experiments as well as cutting-edge Virtual Reality (VR). In this activity, you’ll compare these two approaches while exploring the working principles of an electric motor. Experience the strengths and limitations of each method and discover how both offer unique insights into the fundamentals of the universe.
3..2..1 Blast Off!
(English, 2 hours minimum, 12+ years)
Launch your own rocket in 3 steps:
1. Learn the basics of rocket science and fun facts about space
2. Design and build your unique rocket
3. Blast off your rocket and watch it soar!
Clear up the infection!
(English, 45 minutes. 12+ years)
Get to know the basic functions of your immune systems’ cells via a short game called “Immune System Competition”. Understand your adaptive immune system and the steps involved in the production of antibodies.
Environmental Detectives
(English or French, 45 minutes, 12+ years)
Pollution is poisoning several animals in Luxembourg. Can you identify the chemical villains of those toxic tales? Play this game to learn more about different chemicals and their effect on the environment.
From Sunscreen to Science: Protect Your Code Like a Pro!
(English, 45 minutes, 12+ years)
Unravel the science behind DNA, UV radiation, and how sunscreen works to protect your genetic code. By extracting DNA from strawberries, building your DNA strands, and making DNA bracelets that can react to UV light you will explore the invisible world of molecular protection.
True or False? Can You Spot Misinformation?
(English, 45 minutes, 16+ years)
This interactive quiz will test your skills in spotting fake news! Along the way, you’ll learn how to detect misinformation and sharpen your ability to separate fact from fiction.
Flight to a Rare Destination: Navigating disease diagnosis
(English, 30 minutes)
Embark on an exciting flight to uncover the difficult journey of diagnosing rare diseases. Experience the challenges faced by patients, explore the roles of doctors and other healthcare professionals, the variety of tests involved, and the complex steps patients take before reaching a final diagnosis.
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ADHD – Why so distracted?
(English or German, 45 minutes)
Put yourself in the shoes of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to better understand their daily challenges. The workshop starts with a short interactive introduction to the topic (What is ADHD? How does it manifest? What is happening inside the brain?) including three questions designed to stimulate discussions. Afterwards two tests will simulate two conditions common for individuals affected by ADHD: overstimulation and hyperfocus.
THIS WORKSHOP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR BOOKING ANYMORE. But you can download the workshop guidelines and carry out the workshop yourself.
