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Researchers' Night

Upcoming

25 SEP 2026

Lecture with a Moderated Discussion: 3D Scanning – From Industry to Heritage

  • 18:00 - 19:00
  • Event Atrium of the Miran Jarc Library Novo mesto, Rozmanova ulica 28, Novo mesto
  • General and professional audiences
  • Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythms of the future, Rhythm of Science

Discover how 3D scanning works and how it is used in industry and the preservation of cultural heritage. Karl Cerovšek will explain in a clear and engaging way how accurate digital models are created for product development, quality control, and the digital preservation of the past.

free
expert talk interactive science presentation live discussion with researchers
general public adults researchers business leaders
25 SEP 2026

The Pulse of the Future with Humanoid Robots

  • 10.15-17.00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families, businesses, institutions.
  • Rhythm of Science

Meet the humanoid robots Pepper, Nao, Photon and Kodi through shows, demonstrations and hands-on workshops, and discover how human-robot collaboration could shape the future of learning, research and everyday life.

free
interactive science presentation science show
families primary school pupils secondary school pupils business leaders
25 SEP 2026

Creative Flow of Science – Connected in the Rhythm of STEAM Fun Science

  • 10:00-17:00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families, businesses, institutions.
  • Rhythm of Science

Creative Flow of Science brings together science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics through play, experiments and creativity – from building rockets and using 3D pens to conducting chemistry experiments, tackling engineering challenges and exploring other hands-on STEAM activities.

free
interactive science presentation science show
families primary school pupils secondary school pupils researchers
25 SEP 2026

Researchers' Day 2026

  • 10:00-17:00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

With a special STEAM construction set, children will create simple polygons, more complex Platonic solids, models of chemical and crystal structures, bridges and buildings in our engineering corner.

free
interactive game
families children primary school pupils secondary school pupils
25 SEP 2026

Science Show This Crazy Science!

  • 11.30 - 14.30
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

A science show with interesting scientific experiments for all ages.

free
science show
families primary school pupils secondary school pupils researchers
25 SEP 2026

The Rhythm of the Forest

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

The Rhythm of the Forest is an interactive experience where young participants explore the main tree and shrub species of Pohorje through play and discovery. They will learn about the forest life cycle, its natural rhythms and seasonal changes, and gain an understanding of the vital role forests play as one of the most important ecosystems for supporting biodiversity and human well-being.

free
interactive science presentation interactive game
children primary school pupils
25 SEP 2026

In the Rhythm of Pohorje’s Nature

  • 9.00 - 13.00
  • OŠ Lovrenc na Pohorju, Šolska ulica 6, 2344 Lovrenc na Pohorju
  • Schoolchildren, children, young people
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems, When the rhythm of life is disrupted

In the Rhythm of Pohorje’s Nature is an interactive experience where young participants explore the remarkable diversity of Pohorje’s ecosystems and discover the connections between plants, animals and their habitats. Through exploring natural cycles and ecological processes, they gain an understanding of how interdependent organisms contribute to the functioning, resilience and stability of the web of life.

free
workshop interactive game
children primary school pupils
25 SEP 2026

M_oder in the Rhythm of Archaeological Science

  • 18:00–20:00
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • adults, students, seniors, researchers
  • Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythm of Science

At two lectures held as part of M_oder, you will discover fascinating stories from the past through the research of two young archaeologists, learn about modern archaeological research methods, and explore different career paths within archaeology.

free
expert talk live discussion with researchers
students adults seniors researchers
25 SEP 2026

Rhythm of Pollinators and Pollination

  • 9:00 - 21:00
  • Prešeren Square, Ljubljana
  • For families and individuals of all age groups
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

At our stand, visitors will discover the fascinating world of pollinators: how they live, why they are essential, what threatens them, how scientists study them, and how everyone can help protect them.

free
quiz interactive game
general public primary school pupils secondary school pupils adults
25 SEP 2026

Super potatoes: when heat, drought and floods strike at the same time

  • 19:30–19:45
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • The event is aimed at researchers and the interested public.
  • The rhythms of plant life, Rhythm of Science

By combining data at multiple biological levels, scientists have demonstrated in potatoes that responses to heat, drought and flooding are intertwined, paving the way for the targeted breeding of climate-resilient potatoes.

free
expert talk live discussion with researchers
general public students researchers
25 SEP 2026

Interactive Workshop: Augmented Reality Up Close

  • 8.30-9.30
  • Novo mesto Home for the Elderly, Nad Mlini 90a Kandija, 8000 Novo mesto
  • DSO Novo mesto residents
  • Rhythms of the future, Rhythm of Science, Rhythm of Work & World

Researchers from Rudolfovo will introduce participants to augmented and virtual reality and show how these technologies are used in everyday life. Using virtual reality headsets, participants will be able to take a virtual walk around Otočec, try interactive games, and explore digital experiences in a fun and engaging way.

free
interactive game
general public seniors policymakers