Midlands Science

Join scientist Simon Watt for a hilarious tour of the weird, wonderful and ugly creatures lurking in our seas—and appreciate why they need protecting.

The Ugly Animal Preservation Society is dedicated to raising the profile of mother nature's more aesthetically challenged children. We can't all be pandas!

From hagfish that see off predators using sickening slime to sea cucumbers that fight with their bum, our seas are full of some of the strangest animals in the world. But this environment is one that needs a good clean up if these creatures, are to survive.

Join biologist and presenter Simon Watt for a tour of the tremendous wildlife we can find on the shore and in the depths. This event is part of the Midlands Science Festival supported by Research Ireland.

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The Teddy Bears Hospital is hosted by the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Paediatrics Society so if teddy needs stiches come along!!

This event is part of the Midlands Science Festival and will be hosted by the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Paediatrics Society through a special pop up teddy bears hospital in Athlone. This event introduces children to healthcare in a fun and friendly way, helping to ease any worries they may have surrounding the hospital environment. Through a number of stations such as the emergency station, phlebotomy, or pharmacy, every teddy bear brought along will receive a wide range of care and a fun experience through the Teddy Bear Hospital. The event is suitable for children aged 2 and up, and they are welcome to bring any teddy bear that needs a short hospital visit. This event is part of the Midlands Science Festival and is supported by Research Ireland and kindly hosted by Westmeath Libraries There will be photography and filming at this event.

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It's almost and all know that cats rule the internet and many houses ! Cats are endlessly fascinating. Join us to explore the world of cats with Dr Clare Meade who runs the Cat Hospital and star of the RTE Series The Cat Hospital. She has stories to tell about her experiences with cats and we guarantee you’ll never look at the little lion in your living room the same way again !! Midlands Science Festival is supported by Research Ireland as part of national Science Week and is kindly hosted by Longford Library Services.

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Join scientist and explorer Dr Niamh Shaw for a fascinating morning as she shares her life in science and her recent trip to Antarctica. From breath taking glaciers to close encounters with penguins she will share all the highs, challenges and unforgettable moments from her incredible journey to the bottom of the world. It may be of local interest to note that during this trip. Niamh also found a unique way to shine a light on the forgotten stories of other, former Irish women in science. She brought along a twelve-panel quilt, made by a local Laois women’s group, honouring trailblazing women in science from Ireland’s past whose achievements, until recently, remained largely unknown. This event is supported by Research Ireland as part of national Science Week and kindly hosted by Laois Libraries

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Ireland is currently facing a significant public health challenge, with 64,000 people living with dementia. Around 11,000 new cases are diagnosed annually, translating to roughly 30 people every single day. The vast majority of these individuals (63%) live at home within their local communities, supported by a network of over 180,000 family carers. While it is most common in older adults, about 10% of cases are young-onset dementia, affecting people under the age of 65. The landscape of dementia and Alzheimer's research has entered a transformative era, shifting from simply managing symptoms to halting the disease's underlying biology. This Science Week event with Professor Sean Kennelly, a leading expert in dementia, will explore this important health issue in an accessible and engaging way. This event is supported by Research Ireland and will be chaired by Dr Craig Slattery. It is presented in association with the University of the Third Age, global movement that offers lifelong learning and social connection for retired and semi-retired people.

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Also we are unleashing the science and strings in Laois with another lovely concert with Bohemian Strings. This free concert mixes music and science for an entertaining and engaging show which includes a quick name that tune competition where you might win a popular science book. Come along to this lovely lunchtime concert and join us as we Sign Up For Science !! This event is supported by Research Ireland and presented in assocation with Laois Libraries https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bohemian-strings-tickets-2001063801698?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Calling all music fans !! If you fancy a great lunchtime music concert with a sprinkling of science, join us for Bohemian Strings in Athlone this November for our popular Sing Up For Science concert. This event is supported by Research Ireland as part of national Science Week and is presented in association with Westmeath Libraries.

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An evening with leading menopause specialist Dr Deirdre Forde exploring the science of the menopause.

Half of Ireland’s population will experience menopause during their lifetime and it is only in recent years that this phase of life is openly spoken about. Science and understanding of menopause has advanced hugely and the more conversations we can have about this topic the better for everyone. Join Midlands Science for a unique event with leading menopause expert Dr Deirdre Forde of Ceile Medical. Dr Forde is an expert in menopause health and a leading advocate in the media and public sphere for more discussion of menopause and helping every woman become empowered through their menopause journey. Midlands Science Festival is supported by Research Ireland as part of national Science Week. This event is presented in association with the Local Enterprise Offices of Laois, Offaly, Longford and Westmeath.

Menopause, Science and Me - Exploring the Science of the Menopause An evening with leading menopause specialist Dr Deirdre Forde exploring the science of the menopause.

Tá Éanna Ní Lamhna ar dhuine de na daoine poiblí is mó cáil in Éirinn, go háirithe mar bhitheolaí, mar chomhairleoir comhshaoil agus fiadhúlra, mar láithreoir raidió agus teilifíse, mar údar agus mar oideachasóir. Is údar í Éanna ar roinnt leabhar móréileamh faoin bhfiadhúlra, atá dírithe ar léitheoirí óga agus ar dhaoine fásta araon. Cuirtear an ócáid speisialta seo do Sheachtain na hEolaíochta i láthair i gcomhar le Athlone Pop-Up Gaeltacht le tacaíocht ó Research Ireland. Déanfar iniúchadh ar an mbithéagsúlacht in Éirinn ag an imeacht, agus béim ar leith á cur ar réigiún lár na tíre. Beidh an ócáid seo ar siúl trí mheán na Gaeilge. Cead isteach saor in aisce. Sólaistí ar 7.40 i.n.

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