About The Event
Science Night LIVE! at Heureka is a multidisciplinary science communication and networking event, an evening packed with inspiring stories, fascinating research, and good vibes! The first event took place on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, from 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm at the Finnish Science Centre Heureka in Vantaa. This year's theme is “Science Solving Problems.”
Our goal is to connect Finnish media, decision-makers, companies, and third-sector organizations with impactful research and expertise conducted by foreign scholars working and living in Finland. Additionally, we hope to offer foreign scholars in Finland opportunities for societal engagement with the general public and stakeholders.
Science Night LIVE! at Heureka includes several formats for researchers to share their expertise, research insights, and personal experiences while becoming familiar with stakeholders and the wider public. Read more about our event program here.
The event is funded by Tieteen tiedotus and jointly organized by E2 Research, Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, and the Finnish Science Centre Heureka. The Dean Team, representing eight Finnish universities, supports the event.
An unforgettable evening of science communication and networking!
Science Night LIVE! at Heureka in a nutshell
What?
Science night LIVE! At Heureka – a new multidisciplinary science communication and networking event welcoming participants from all walks of life to join an inspiring evening of fascinating research.
Where and when?
The event takes place on Wednesday, 29 March 2023 from 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm at Heureka, the Finnish Science Centre in Vantaa.
To whom?
The event invites people from all walks of life to share in the excitement of scientific discovery. From journalists and business leaders to academics and university students, everyone is welcome to join in and learn more about cutting-edge research topics. The event is held in English.
What does it cost?
Not much – less than Heureka’s general admission: normal ticket 10 €, discounted ticket 5€ (Heureka’s general admission: 22€)
Who are the organisers?
The main responsibility for the event arrangements lies with E2 Research, a multidisciplinary independent research institute. Organising partners are Heureka, the Finnish Science Center, and Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences. The work of the organisers is supported by the Dean Team.
Who are the funders and partners?
The event is funded by Tieteen tiedotus ry. Our partners for the pitching competition are Business Finland, CGI Finland, Teknologiateollisuus and Tieteentekijöiden liitto.
“Finland is home to a vast number of talented international academics who have a lot to offer to society. For example, some are contributing to policy issues, others are developing novel applications that Finns - and indeed people of all nationalities - benefit from. Science Night LIVE! is a great platform to showcase some of this talent, and to spread the word about scientific innovation in Finland.”
— Neil Cronin, Vice Dean, Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, University of Jyväskylä