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

Researchers' Night

Upcoming

25 SEP 2026

The Journeys of Birds

  • 9:00–13.00
  • Juliana Alpine Botanical Garden, Trenta, 5232 Soča
  • primary school pupils, children, public
  • The rhythms of animal life

In this workshop, we will learn how researchers collect data on the distribution and migration of birds.

free
workshop
general public children primary school pupils
25 SEP 2026

The Journeys of Seeds

  • 9:00–13.00
  • Juliana Alpine Botanical Garden, Trenta, 5232 Soča
  • primary school pupils, children, public
  • The rhythms of plant life

In this workshop, we will learn about the different ways seeds are dispersed.

free
workshop
general public children primary school pupils
25 SEP 2026

The Rhythms of Plants in the Alps

  • 9:00–13.00
  • Juliana Alpine Botanical Garden, Trenta, 5232 Soča
  • primary school pupils, children, public
  • The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

We’ll find out how plants know when it’s time to grow and flower, and how they survive in the challenging mountain environment.

free
workshop
general public children primary school pupils
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

A Day in the Orchard – Experience, Explore and Discover the Amazing Rhythms of Nature

  • 16:00 - 20:00
  • Kozjanski park, In the orchard Interpretation center, Gradišče 22, 3257 Podsreda
  • general public, families, teachers, schoolchildren, students, researchers and decision-makers
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems, When the rhythm of life is disrupted

High-stem meadow orchards are true treasure troves of life. Visitors will be able to discover the diversity of life’s rhythms in the orchard and the surrounding forest through a variety of exploration stations at the “In the Orchard” Interpretation Centre and at information points throughout the orchard. At the exploration stations, experts and researchers will present nine different fascinating topics, inviting visitors to learn through hands-on experiments, conversations and direct observation. An engaging combination of practical activities and encounters with experts will offer visitors an opportunity to discover the hidden world of the orchard and forest and to experience nature in an interactive and inspiring way.

free
workshop live discussion with researchers hands-on experiment immersive experience
general public families students teachers