Science is Wonderful! is the annual science fair organised by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA). It invites EU-funded researchers from around the world to come to Brussels and explain their work to children and youngsters.
Science is Wonderful! are calling on MSCA fellows and alumni to apply and present your research projects to 4,500 pupils coming from all corners of Belgium to see science come alive. The 2025 edition will take place in Brussels in mid-March 2025.
The science fair lasts 2 days, with teams of researchers showcasing their work at booths through
Groups of pupils visit the booths. Group sizes can vary from a small group to an entire school class, usually from 7 to 18 year-olds. On average, groups will spend 15 minutes at your booth.
Science is Wonderful! survivors say that modular activities work best. That is a range of different but linked activities that the researcher can pick and choose from based on the audience (age, group size, level of interest).
The science fair also hosts science shows. These are 30-minute presentations or workshops given on stage to a slightly larger audience (approx. 60 people).
Formats that worked well in the past included
Researchers can decide the age restriction of their show. Science is Wonderful! hosts about 12 science shows over the course of two days, so spots are limited.
Science is Wonderful! is a unique event that allows you to meet like-minded researchers from all over the world and engage in this once-in-a-lifetime adventure together.
You can expect
The European Commission will cover the travel, accommodation and meals of your team (up to 3 people; up to 3 nights). If you need a bigger team, please make sure to request and justify this in your proposal.
The Commission will also help you purchase or ship any material you need to present your work. Although we encourage you to be creative and challenge us, note that we cannot pay for "goodies" or give-aways.
If you are ready to join the next edition of Science is Wonderful!, complete the application formby 30 September 2024, 12.00 CEST, where you will also find more details about the fair.
