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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.

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expert talk interactive science presentation live discussion with researchers
general public adults researchers business leaders
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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.

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expert talk live discussion with researchers
students adults seniors researchers
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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.

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

A PhD within the European MSCA DN network LongTREC: how the next generation of RNA sequencing helps us study plants under stress

  • 19:45-20:00
  • 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

An overview of the European project LongTREC (MSCA Doctoral Network), in which the National Institute of Biology (NIB) develops new bioinformatics workflows for the analysis of long-read RNA transcriptomes and applies them to studies of plant responses to various stressors.

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lecture
general public students researchers
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25 SEP 2026

Fungi, Solar Panels and Citizen Scientists - Presentation of the FungiVE Project

  • 18:30 - 19:00
  • National Institute of Biology, Večna pot 121, 1000 Ljubljana
  • The event is intended for the general public, secondary school and university students, and anyone interested in microbiology, renewable energy, citizen science, and modern molecular biology methods. Citizens who contributed to the project are especially welcome. We will present how participants collected samples from solar panels and how these samples are analysed using state-of-the-art molecular methods.
  • Rhythms in ecosystems, Rhythm of Science

Discover the results of the FungiVE citizen science project, where members of the public helped investigate fungi on solar panels and their detection using advanced molecular methods

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open day lecture
general public secondary school pupils students
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25 SEP 2026

Sanja Nešković Peršin: Short Stories

  • Sanja Nešković Peršin: Kratke zgodbe
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • General public, adults, seniors, students
  • When the rhythm of life is disrupted, Rhythms of the past for the present

The performance will take you on a visual and spatial journey exploring questions of freedom, love, desire, control, violence, and the search for ways out of the labyrinths shaped by our thoughts, relationships, and the times we live in.

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performance
general public students adults seniors
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25 SEP 2026

Researchers' Day 2026

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

Researchers’ Day 2026 is a free, interactive event where young people explore science, technology, innovation and creative thinking through experiments, hands-on activities and direct interaction with researchers.

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

Behind the Scenes of Archaeology: Public Guided Tour of the MGML Archaeological Centre

  • 17:00 - 18:00
  • MGML Archaeological Centre, Letališka 9a, 1000 Ljubljana
  • adults, seniors, students, researchers
  • Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythm of Science

Are you curious about the journey archaeological finds take from discovery to their place in museum exhibitions? Join us for a guided tour of the Archaeological Centre of the Museum and Galleries of Ljubljana.

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live discussion with researchers immersive experience
students adults seniors researchers
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25 SEP 2026

Autumn Clothing and Fashion Accessories Swap

  • 15:00 – 18:00
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • general public, adults, seniors, students
  • Rhythms in ecosystems, When the rhythm of life is disrupted, Rhythms of the past for the present, Rhythms of the future

Join us for a clothing and fashion accessories swap in the historic setting of the atrium at the City Museum of Ljubljana. Autumn is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe – this time in a sustainable, environmentally friendly and sociable way.

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general public students adults seniors
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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.

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

Creating with a 3D Pen

  • 11.00-12.00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

Your imagination in three dimensions.

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workshop
families primary school pupils secondary school pupils researchers
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25 SEP 2026

Rocket Making

  • 15.00-16.00
  • Tehnopark Celje, Gubčeva 1, Celje 3000
  • Children, young people, families
  • Rhythm of Science

Rocket Making and Launching

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workshop
families primary school pupils secondary school pupils researchers
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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.

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

Open Day at Tehnopark Celje

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

A full-day scientific adventure for all generations – explore more than 60 interactive exhibits for free and discover the world of science, technology and research through games, experiments and STEAM challenges.

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interactive science presentation
families primary school pupils secondary school pupils researchers
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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.

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workshop live discussion with researchers hands-on experiment immersive experience
general public families students teachers
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26 SEP 2026

Truths and Myths about the Emonans: It Can’t Be True – But It Is!

  • 10:30 - 12:00
  • Meeting point: City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • adults, seniors, students, researchers
  • Rhythms of the past for the present

Join us for a playful guided tour of the Arheopark Emona, where we will separate fact from fiction about life in Roman times.

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live discussion with researchers
families students adults seniors
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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
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26 SEP 2026

Sanja Nešković Peršin: Short Stories

  • 20:00–20:50
  • City Museum of Ljubljana, Gosposka 15, 1000 Ljubljana
  • General public, adults, seniors, students
  • When the rhythm of life is disrupted, Rhythms of the past for the present

The performance will take you on a visual and spatial journey exploring questions of freedom, love, desire, control, violence, and the search for ways out of the labyrinths shaped by our thoughts, relationships, and the times we live in.

free
performance
general public students adults seniors
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