EVENT: International Orkney Science Festival, 31st August – 7th September

Welcome to the 32nd Orkney Science Festival!

Orkney International Science Festival has announced its programme this year, with a brochure available to download, and a new hybrid format enabling a varied sample of events to be accessed online wherever you are – with the potential for community groups to set up their own screenings, or individuals and families to enjoy the festival in the comfort of their own homes.

The Festival will feature reports of development in fields such as renewable energy, with wave and tidal power and the use of hydrogen for transport. There is also news of applications of genetics to research on new vaccines, and of a new approach for social work and mental health in creating a climate of understanding by professionals.

For people travelling to Orkney to attend in person, there are walks and outings as well, and workshops including making paper by the sea. For those not able to travel, a number of events are online, which opens up the possibility for community groups anywhere to livestream them for viewing in a social setting. All the online events are freely available on YouTube.

Further details on all the events and tickets can be accessed here