EXPLORATHON 2020 · EXPLORATHON 2020

EXPLORATHON 2020

The EXPLORATHON 2020 project sought to bring researchers and the public together, expanding activities and widening exposure to research, and to build on previous editions of the NIGHT. We addressed issues of lack of understanding on both sides of Universities and the public and in different areas, from urban to rural to Highlands and Islands. Our overall objectives were to: Create a stimulating programme accessible to all to showcase the variety of our world-class research; increasing awareness of the importance of research in our lives and why it should be funded using public money; Showcase the impact, relevance, and benefits of research and how investment in research tackles real life local and global issues; Showcasing the range of locations where research takes place (not just universities) and highlight the multi-disciplinary, collaborative nature of modern research, through the ambassadorial role of MSCA Fellows and EU projects; To use the principles of Responsible Research and Innovation to underpin our editions; Showcase the variety of research careers on offer to both upper primary and secondary aged school children who are beginning to consider their future education and career choices; Increase public understanding of the European Union and Scotland’s relationship within it; with a focus on the legacy of Horizon 2020 and the achievements of European Researchers Night in raising awareness; Reach new audiences across Scotland;

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