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| Newsletter 4/2024 |
Dear reader,
In our last newsletter before the summer break we are both looking back on the FameLab heat at ETH Zürich and forwards to several upcoming formats like the Citizen Science school and an Arts-meets-Science-exhibition, to mention two of them. As goodie we have added the link to a quiz on neuromyths!
Best regards,
Life Science Zurich
Silvie Cuperus & Helen Stauffer
Communication & Events
www.lifescience-zurich.uzh.ch |
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| FameLab Switzerland - Semifinal in Zurich |
The Zurich heat of FameLab Switzerland took place on 22 May 2024. At FocusTerra we experienced an evening with fascinating and entertaining scientific presentations. In 3-minute talks we learned about new methods of parasite control, how distance between stars and the earth is measured, how a droplet of liquid made of proteins helps a cell to divide and more! Many thanks to everyone involved: all the ScienceSlammers (researchers from UZH, ETH and EAWAG), the members of the jury Eisha Mhatre, Marco Garbelli and Ruchi Manglunia and to our host Natascha Hedrich. Watch all presentations on our Youtube channel.
Congratulations to Gabriela Araujo, Julia Hütte, Emanuele Fara und Michael Morari for qualifying for the Swiss Final! The final is taking place on 26 September 2024 at PROGR, starting at 6 pm. We would love to have you in the audience so save the date! |
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| The Brain Myth Quiz |
There is a lot of information circulating about the human brain - including some misinformation. These widespread misconceptions about the brain are called “neuromyths”. For example, is it really true that we only use 10 percent of our brain?
Take the quiz created by "Growing Brains" and find out how many facts you can distinguish from neuromyths. Which of the statements are true (facts) or false (myths)? Following the completion of the questionnaire, all participants can enter a prize draw. Of course we will also provide you with information about everything that is true about the brain! Participate in the quiz now.
Growing Brains is a science outreach initiative by the NMR Kids Lab at the Jacobs Center for Productive Youth Development at the University of Zurich. Life Science Zurich is project partner of "Growing Brains".
Image by Alireza Attari onf Unsplash. |
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| Art x Science Office (UZH) @ Zurich Design Weeks 2024 |
The Art x Science Office of the University of Zurich promotes dialogue between art, science and society and initiates collaborations between artists and scientists. At the Zurich Design Weeks, it presents its transdisciplinary project Design for all Species. Veterinarians from the University of Zurich together with up-and-coming young designers from Seoul, have created five fashion and product designs for humans and animals, which focus on health and lifestyle within the coexistence of different species. The results of this international collaboration can be seen at the Museum für Gestaltung from 12 to 29 September 2024.
Design for all Species was initiated by Dr Katharina Weikl, Head of the Art x Science Office at the University of Zurichand realized together with Prof Antonio Pozzi and Dr Brian Park (Vetsuisse University Zurich) and design students under the direction of Prof Yeori Bae and Prof Gilock Lee (Hongik University). |
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| Calling all visionary female researchers! |
Do you have an innovative idea that could change the world? The feminno program is here to help you bring that vision to life! Join a dynamic community of like-minded women and gain access to experienced mentors who will guide you in refining and launching your start-up.
Why wait for the perfect moment? This is your chance to turn passion into progress. Apply now and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey. Join the 10-days feminno training. We teach you all you need to get started with your start-up! |
| • | | Get training around business models, pitching, fundraising, leadership and more. Connect with innovation experts to learn about the latest trends and breakthroughs in female-led innovation. |
| • | | Connect with like-minded scientists from diverse backgrounds, industries, and disciplines. |
| • | | Benefit from mentors who provide guidance and support, helping you navigate through the Swiss entrepreneurship ecosystem. |
| • | | Attend inspiring Workshops and Panel Discussions to boost your creativity, learn practical skills, and be part of a dynamic community. |
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| Apply now here by 31 July 2024 |
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| Participation, Power and Perspective: Opening Research through Citizen Science |
The Citizen Science School series is back with its 4th edition at the University of Zurich! This winter school focuses on the topic “Participation, Power and Perspective: Opening Research through Citizen Science”. Are you interested in Citizen Science and its participatory approaches? Are you a doctoral candidate, a postdoc, or a Citizen Science practitioner aiming to develop a project idea? Or are you someone further along in the planning and implementation phase?
From 19 January to 24 January 2025, participants will identify and develop crucial skills and competencies needed to plan and conduct a Citizen Science project. Find out more on the website and apply by 16 September 2024. |
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