The UGR organises major event on scientific dissemination

Tue, 12/12/2017 - 13:37
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12/12/2017
Desgranando Ciencia

The University of Granada is set to take part in the 4th edition of Desgranando Ciencia, a large-scale scientific dissemination event that will take place from 14 to 16 December 2017. The event, which aims to bring science closer to society, will unite over 150 researchers and experts in the field of scientific dissemination. They will shed light on the latest advances in science, while also exploring the most effective and innovative practices related to scientific dissemination.

Desgranando Ciencia 4 will involve the participation of renowned professionals and specialists, such as the writer, comedian, and creator of the Spanish TV programme 脫rbita Laica, Jos茅 A. P茅rez Ledo; award-winning blogger and podcast creator Javier Pel谩ez; journalist Susana Escudero; mathematician and expert in scientific dissemination, Clara Grima; artificial intelligence researcher Oscar Cord贸n (University of Granada); and Emilio Jos茅 Garc铆a, Director for Scientific Dissemination at the Andalusian Astrophysics Institute (CSIC). These specialists, among others, will deliver engaging 10-minute talks and papers on specific science topics.

This year鈥檚 edition also encompasses new programmes such as Desgranando Junior, which offers presentations, practical workshops and interactive experiences for children and adolescents. Photo exhibitions, book fairs, workshops, scientific poster competitions, and a certified course on scientific dissemination will also form part of this year鈥檚 event.

Desgranando Ciencia 4 will be held at the 鈥淧arque de las Ciencias鈥 Science Museum and has been organised by the 鈥淗ablando de Ciencia鈥 Association, the University of Granada, and the Andalusian Astrophysics Institute (CSIC).

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