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

Researchers' Night

Upcoming

25 SEP 2026

Nocturnal pollinators of Pohorje

  • 19.30 - 22.00
  • Center Noordung, Na vasi 18, 3205 Vitanje
  • Young people, schoolchildren, families with children and the general public
  • The rhythms of animal life, The rhythms of plant life, Rhythms in ecosystems

Nocturnal Pollinators of Pohorje is an experiential and exploratory experience where participants discover the importance of nocturnal moths for plants and other organisms, while exploring the diversity of life that emerges after sunset.

free
interactive science presentation hands-on experiment immersive experience
general public families children adults
25 SEP 2026

Mountain Biodiversity Under Threat in a Changing Climate

  • 11:30-14:15
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • For families and individuals of all age groups
  • The rhythms of animal life, Rhythms in ecosystems

An interactive lecture and a tour of laboratories and climate chambers will introduce visitors to the impacts of climate change on mountain ecosystems and demonstrate how these effects are studied under controlled laboratory conditions.

free
live discussion with researchers immersive experience
general public primary school pupils secondary school pupils adults
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
25 SEP 2026

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

  • 9:00-20:00
  • Kozjanski park, In the orchard Interpretation center, Gradišče 22, 3257 Podsreda
  • primary and secondary school children
  • 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 at the “In the Orchard” Interpretation Centre and at information points throughout the orchard.

free
open day immersive experience
general public families teachers adults
26 SEP 2026

Into the World of Conservation and Restoration through QR Codes

  • 11:00 - 12:00
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • General public, adults, students, researchers
  • Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythm of Science

Discover the journey objects take before reaching museum exhibitions and get a glimpse behind the scenes of the work of conservator-restorers.

free
live discussion with researchers immersive experience
general public students adults researchers