Science Multiverse · MEET THE HEROES OF THE RESEARCH COSMOS

SCIENCE MULTIVERSE - MEET THE HEROES OF THE RESEARCH COSMOS

Science Multiverse invited the target audience to embark on an exciting journey of discovery with stops around different thematic universes from Horizon Europe Clusters of Pillar II. The project engaged the public in an adventure retrieved from superhero comic book characters. The proposed story was based on the idea of an epic battle led by the Science League Heroes, awakened by Captain ERA when six multidimensional portals to alternate dimensions open. The narrative aimed to promote and demonstrate the importance and benefits that research offers to society, demystify stereotypes and beliefs regarding researchers' lives and personalities, and expose the world clearly and attractively, encouraging younger audiences to embark on a research career. In the tale, the direction of science and research was altered by dark powers, and significant discoveries were prevented. Tragically, the multiverse is no longer recognisable, and everything that was taken for granted was destroyed. Help is at hand from the Science League Heroes. These heroes are expected to lead the various target groups on diverse missions. These delivered activities encouraged dialogue between researchers and the audience, advanced shared understanding of international and European agendas and priorities, and provided information about Horizon Europe's research and innovation missions, MSCA, research projects, etc. in a clear, simple, and concrete way. Science Multiverse offered an amazing and memorable experience by developing new learning-by-doing opportunities, encouraging curiosity about STEAM and research, demonstrating the significance of science and research for our lives, and bringing researchers and their work closer to citizens. The project created a thrilling journey to six thematic universes filled with useful and instructive activities full of enjoyment and knowledge. During both battles, the "Age of ERA" in 2022 and the "Science League Homecoming" in 2023, participants were challenged to confront their preconceptions in close contact with researchers and their work. Superheroes served as guides on their journey to each realm. Using various formats, including practical stations, lectures, workshops, storytelling & plays, hands-on experiments, quizzes, simulations, games, workshops, and science talks, the main mission of the NIGHT was supplemented by several activities in schools and communities. Additionally, specific exploitation actions were implemented to ensure the sustainable use of the resources developed. The overall action was built upon and successfully achieved the proposed specific objectives in line with the MSCA and Citizens’ ambitions.

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