RhythmOfLife — The science of Rhythms in our lives RhythmOfLife — Raziskovanje ritmov v naravi in življenju ljudi

Researchers' Night

Upcoming

25 SEP 2026

They fly away in autumn and return in spring

  • 18:00-20:00
  • Slovenian Museum of Natural History, Muzejska ulica 1, 1000 Ljubljana
  • children, families
  • The rhythms of animal life

Exploring the rhythms of migratory animals, their causes and purposes, and the importance of scientific research in bird ecology, aimed at their conservation and the prevention of human threats

free
workshop
families children
25 SEP 2026

Exploring the rhythms of life in the sea

  • 20:00-22:00
  • Slovenian Museum of Natural History, Muzejska ulica 1, 1000 Ljubljana
  • children, families
  • The rhythms of animal life

Life in the sea follows natural rhythms shaped by the tides, the cycle of day and night, and the phases of the Moon, and participants will discover these fascinating phenomena and their influence on marine life.

free
workshop
families children
25 SEP 2026

Exploring the rhythms of life in the sea

  • 20:00-22:00
  • Slovenian Museum of Natural History, Muzejska ulica 1, 1000 Ljubljana
  • children, families
  • The rhythms of animal life

Participants will learn about the importance of circadian rhythms and how disruptions, such as light pollution, can affect the health and behaviour of both wildlife and humans.

free
workshop
families children
25 SEP 2026

Animal Tracks

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

Careful observation in nature reveals footprints, droppings, feeding marks, scratches or rubs, hair, shed skins and feathers, paths, dens, and resting sites. These traces allow us to identify…

free
workshop
families children teenagers seniors
25 SEP 2026

GPS Tracking Devices

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

GPS tracking devices make it possible to follow the movements of animals in the wild. They provide valuable data on migration patterns, feeding grounds, and behavioural habits.

free
workshop
families children teenagers seniors
25 SEP 2026

Thermal Imaging Cameras

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

Thermal imaging cameras offer a means of studying animal behaviour, daily and nightly activity rhythms, and habitat use, particularly in areas that are otherwise difficult to access. The…

free
workshop
families children teenagers seniors
25 SEP 2026

Acoustic Monitoring

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

The recognition and study of animal sounds are essential for understanding communication, behaviour, and ecology. By analysing call frequencies, researchers can identify specific patterns and extract vital information…

free
workshop
families children teenagers seniors
25 SEP 2026

Call Playback

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

Using call playback techniques helps researchers study animal behaviour, habitat size, and population trends. This approach contributes both to a better ecological understanding of species and to more…

free
workshop
families children teenagers seniors
25 SEP 2026

Bioluminescence and Reflective Adaptations

  • 18.00-21.00
  • ZOO Ljubljana, Večna pot 70, 1000 Ljubljana
  • Families, teenagers, children, seniors
  • Rhythm of Science

Some animals are capable of producing and emitting light, while others reflect and amplify it to improve their orientation in the environment. Studying these abilities provides insights into…

free
workshop
families children teenagers seniors
25 SEP 2026

Photo Hunt

  • 09:00 - 10:15, 16:00 - 17:15, 17:30 - 21:00
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • organized school groups and free admission for the general public
  • Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythm of Science

At the NIB Open Day, we will explore the world of molds, mycotoxins, and food safety through a photography exhibition, hands-on experiments, microscopic observations, and photography.

free
workshop
general public primary school pupils secondary school pupils teachers
25 SEP 2026

Hidden gene hunt

  • 9:00-10:15 in 15:00-17:15
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • for organised school groups
  • The rhythms of plant life

What’s hidden in the pattern? Are you curious? 🧪 Perhaps a healthy green smoothie to combat autumn fatigue? 🌱 Perhaps green algae, tiny organisms that produce oxygen for…

free
treasure hunt
primary school pupils secondary school pupils