On March 14-15, 2024, the Science Festival took place at the XXXV Bilingual High School named after Bolesław Prus. Students, teachers, and invited speakers from various research and academic institutions gathered to explore the mysteries of knowledge and learn about different scientific fields together. The event featured fascinating presentations, and Łukasiewicz – IPO presented two topics!
“The Chemical Weapons Convention – Nobel Prize for Destruction” was led by Zbigniew Krasnodębski. In his presentation, our colleague briefly discussed the history of chemical weapons and the negotiations leading to the development of the Chemical Weapons Convention. He outlined the Convention and the verification methods used to ensure compliance, and highlighted the achievement of obtaining a disarmament treaty. The students, intrigued by the topic, eagerly asked questions, particularly about the current state of the disarmament process, sunken chemical weapons, and the specifics of working in an international organization.
“Before Artificial Intelligence Takes Over Everything” was presented by Tomasz Sałaciński. The lecture focused on answering questions such as: Do we really need artificial intelligence? Can we build a world in which we will become unnecessary? Now is the last chance to make choices that will ensure every human being remains essential. But how do we do that? The audience responded to our colleague’s lecture with applause.
Additionally, at our institute’s booth, students had the opportunity to learn more about our activities and see what working at Łukasiewicz – IPO looks like.
Through Science Festivals, young people can be inspired to take an interest in technology and choose careers related to it. Interactive demonstrations, workshops and presentations help show the fascinating aspect of conducting scientific research. Direct contact between scientists and the public fosters trust in science and promotes dialogue and mutual understanding. For scientists, participation in festivals is an excellent opportunity to hone communication skills, which is key to effectively communicating their research to a wider audience. That’s why we’re already looking forward to the next Social Responsibility of Science event. More information will be available soon.
