If you're fascinated by the oceans, artificial intelligence, caving, space, the living world... Good news: the CNRS invites you to take part in unusual, free experiments and tours of its research centers, during the Fête de la Science, which runs from October 4 to 14, 2024.
For the Fête de la Science, the CNRS is innovating by opening its doors to a handful of lucky visitors, invited to discover unique and exceptional experiments alongside professional researchers. All fields of science are available: medicine, laser physics , computer science , engineering, laboratories... The choice is yours, depending on the program.
To apply, simply select the tour of your choice and answer three questions correctly. Winners are then selected at random from among those who answered each question correctly, to form groups of no more than ten people. Try your luck now: registration closes on September 20, 2023.
It's a new and exciting way to dive into the vast world of science!
Fête de la Science at CNRS Paris Centre
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Fête de la Science at CNRS Paris Michel Ange
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Fête de la Science at the Institut Jacques Monod - Buffon Building
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Fête de la Science at the Institut Cochin
Within an organism, there's nothing more different than a bone cell and a neuron! However, these distinct cells (like all cells in the body) share the same DNA. How is the choice made between becoming a bone cell or a nervous system cell during the formation of the organism? Our team is seeking to understand the mechanisms that control the fate of these cells during embryonic development. To answer these questions, we use both in vivo and in vitro approaches. Why do we need both models?
The tour of our developmental biology laboratory will begin with a brief presentation of our research activities, followed by 2 workshops: an embryonic cell culture workshop (getting dressed, working under a culture station, amplifying cells and observing them), and a mouse embryo observation workshop.
The aim is to explain the need to combine these two experimental models in order to deepen our knowledge of potential therapeutic treatments.
On-site registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m., 8 people/session.
Discover the cytometry platform and how it contributes to biomedical research, in particular cancer research. Meet its engineers and their jobs. You'll be able to label immune cells yourself and analyze them on a flow cytometer.
On-site registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m.; 6 people / session.
A virus has escaped from the melting ice in the far north and begun to spread through the laboratory. You've got 30 minutes to carry out experiments to identify a protein that will block the inexorable multiplication of this virus, and save Georgette from a horrible death... It's up to you!
On-site registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00, 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.; 8 people / session.
Discover how the pigments, properties and differences in composition of bacteria have been used to identify them, from their discovery to the present day. After a short talk, you'll be able to express your creativity during an "agar art" workshop using different bacteria which, after a night's culture, will reveal your talent (a photo will be sent to you).
On-site registration from 1:30 p.m.: sessions at 2:00, 3:00, 4:00 and 5:00 p.m., 8 people / session.
Come and solve scientific riddles with us, visiting different workshops to discover the world of biomedical research in a fun way. Young researchers will help you unravel some of the mysteries of science. They'll help you fill in the riddle card to get your certificate and your photo of a researcher's seed!
Free access from 2pm, closes at 6pm.
Discover the role of the immune system's "sentinel" cells in eliminating microbes. They can also be hacked by viruses, facilitating the development of bacterial infections. You'll discover how sentinel cells fight viruses. You'll be able to observe these cells and microbes using a variety of methods, including fluorescence microscopy and PCR. During the visit, you'll have the chance to chat with members of the laboratory.
Manipulations possible from age 7
Free access from 2:00 p.m., closing at 6:00 p.m.
Proteins are involved in all the functions of our body, and their study enables us to develop treatments for diseases. Examples of proteins include hemoglobin, which transports oxygen around the body, and antibodies, which defend against microbes. We're offering 1 quiz and 3 different workshops so you can discover the work of researchers in a fun way, by finding the identity of a protein, symbolized by a Mr. or Mrs. Potato.
On-site registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00, 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.; 8 people/session.
Come and play, and find out how our researchers are also "trying" to reduce the impact of their scientific activities on the environment.
Take a tour of the Institut Cochin immunology laboratory and facilities to find out what it's like to work in a research laboratory. Learn about cancer immunotherapy research, as well as the "cytokine storm" observed in Covid-19 infection, and the strategies put in place to reduce this harmful phenomenon. You'll also be able to view biological samples (cells, tissues) under a fluorescence microscope.
Registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m.; 12 people / session.
Visit a bioinformatics laboratory: after a brief introduction to the concepts of bioinformatics and genomics, you'll manipulate data using Internet tools on a networked computer, to identify the marine species discovered by researchers. Dive into the heart of the matrix, in search of the various species that inhabit the oceans!
On-site registration from 1:30pm, sessions at 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm; 12 people / session.
Come into our laboratory to discover DNA, learn how to read the information contained in this molecule (genetic code) and extract it from banana cells. There will also be time for discussion on our research into the AIDS virus.
Workshop for the whole family, but for children aged 7 and over. On-site registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m.; 12 people / session.
Histology is the study of the cellular composition of tissues and organs. Put yourself in the shoes and lab coat of a histologist. You'll perform a staining technique to highlight and observe your own oral cells under the microscope! You'll visit the laboratory, handle our equipment, and we'll be happy to discuss and answer any questions you may have!
On-site registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m., 8 people / session.
What factors are involved in the transmission of a new virus to humans? How does the virus enter our cells? How do our cells resist infection (or not!)? How does the virus destroy the cell's defenses? Come and understand a few details of the molecular battle between viruses and cells, with the emblematic example of the AIDS virus, HIV!
Free admission from 2:00 p.m., closing at 6:00 p.m.
Do you dream of becoming a researcher? Why not take on the next generation? Come and talk to a researcher to : Discover the difference between basic, applied and clinical research, and the associated professions, Understand how a basic research laboratory works and what the scientific approach is, Find out which studies to choose to become a researcher, doctor, teacher-researcher, engineer, technician?
Free access from 2:00 pm, closing at 6:00 pm.
Come and make your own cardboard mini-microscope (Foldscope) that you can adapt to your cell phone, and observe the microscopic world with us. You can take your Foldscope with you to continue making observations at home.
On-site registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00, 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.; 10 people / session.
Gametes are ova (or oocytes) in females and spermatozoa in males. We study them to better understand the origins of infertility, but also to develop new types of contraception. During this workshop, you'll also discover how the placenta works, the transitional organ that was your roommate in utero for 9 months. Finally, we'll tell you about the various cellular and molecular biology techniques we use to study reproduction.
On-site registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m.: 10 people / session.
Breaking news: the evil Cyanosa, known throughout Paris for its repeated poisonings, has just struck at the Institut Cochin. Luckily, it's Science Day weekend, so you're here to help us investigate. In a hurry, Cyanosa has left three vials next to her victim: can you find out which one contains the cell-toxic poison?
Put on a lab coat and gloves, and join our super duo as we conduct scientific experiments, learn about cells and find the poison!
Registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00, 4:00 p.m.; 10 people / session.
Come and discover and handle the small equipment in our laboratories, and guess the price of our very large scientific equipment. Children aged 7 and over can put themselves in the researcher's shoes by carrying out short, fun experiments, and earn their "scientific researcher" diploma.
Free access from 2:00 p.m., closes at 6:00 p.m.
Come and discover the powers of iron, one of the most important elements in our bodies, through the results of our experiments. Iron is involved in the transport of oxygen by our red blood cells, but also has many other functions (growth, metabolism, respiration...). Iron in the diet is therefore essential for all living beings. But beware: too much iron is toxic, and our bodies need to find the right balance!
On-site registration from 1:30 p.m., sessions at 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m.; 10 people / session.
The Institut Cochin opens its doors to you with a program of some twenty varied activities.
Activities for all ages and tastes will be on offer in our biomedical research fields: metabolic, infectious and genetic diseases, reproduction, cancer, immunology and more. Come along as a family, solo or with friends, make observations, carry out experiments, put on a researcher's coat, take part in quizzes, solve enigmas via escape games. Our technicians, engineers, researchers, teachers and doctors will welcome you in their laboratories and around our stands. We look forward to seeing you there to satisfy your curiosity and share in our world.
Detailed program: https://institutcochin.fr/lanimation/science-societe/fete-science
Activities open to the public or by registration, on site only, from 1:30pm. We'll keep slots available throughout the afternoon to accommodate as many people as possible.
At CNRS sites in the Paris region
During the Fête de la Science, the CNRS delegations in Ile-de-France invite you to discover remarkable installations and experiments at its various research centers. Enjoy privileged encounters with passionate researchers.
There's just one condition for taking part: you must be selected at random.
Visit: https://visitesinsolites.cnrs.fr
Les Visites insolites du CNRS (Unusual Visits to the CNRS) takes the surprising, the quirky and the unique as its starting point, to create special moments with scientists.
Created in 2020, each year they offer unique experiences, in small groups, at the heart of research. Inaccessible sites, atypical experiences and singular encounters are on the program throughout France for the lucky few selected by lottery.
Dates and Opening Time
From October 4, 2024 to October 14, 2024
Prices
Free
Official website
www.cnrs.fr
