Science Awareness Programmes
At Shillong Science Centre, we believe that science is not just a subject—it's an adventure waiting to unfold. Our Science Awareness Programmes are crafted to ignite curiosity, inspire wonder, and bring the marvels of science to life.
Dive into a world where learning becomes an exciting exploration. Our Science Awareness Programmes cater to students, educators, and science enthusiasts of all ages, providing a dynamic platform to delve into the captivating realms of physics, chemistry, biology, and technology. Through engaging workshops, captivating demonstrations, and enlightening lectures by seasoned experts, these programmes offer a unique blend of education and entertainment.
The Shillong Science Centre's commitment to science awareness goes beyond textbooks, creating an environment where knowledge is shared, questions are encouraged, and the joy of discovery is celebrated. Whether you're unraveling the mysteries of the universe or exploring the wonders of the natural world, our programmes strive to make science accessible, fascinating, and relevant.
Join us on this enriching journey where science comes alive, and awareness transforms into a lifelong passion. Stay tuned for upcoming Science Awareness Programmes at Shillong Science Centre, where every moment is an opportunity to explore, learn, and be captivated by the endless possibilities that science has to offer.
Road Safety Month
In the programme it was highlighted that Road safety is a critical issue with many accidents on a daily basis whereby people are dying on road traffic crashes and many people suffering nob- fatal injuries. More than half of all road traffic deaths occur among vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, children's and young motorcyclist. Road traffic injuries are the leading causes of death for children and young adults aged 5-29. Despite the human suffering caused by road traffic injuries, they also incur a heavy economic burden on victims and their families, both through treatment cost for the injured and through loss of productivity of those killed or disabled. The speaker highlighted the importance of following traffics rule and having knowledge of driving responsibly.
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ChemConcert-2023
A two day Programme was conducted Celebrating National Science Day by Shillong Science Centre in collaboration with the Chemistry Club, Department of Chemistry, NEHU . In the programme various competition was organised like Extempore Speech, Painting, Essay Writing and also a Chemistry experiment demonstration and Lectures were organised to the students. The list of schools who participated are as follows:
- Lady Kean College
- St. Mary's College
- Kendriya Vidyalaya H/Sec School
- KJP Girls H/Sec School
- St. Anthonys College
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Are We Alone in the Universe
The question “Are we alone in the Universe?” has been a subject of intense debate and research this was depicted in the presentation. Recent advancements in technology have allowed us to explore this question more deeply than ever before. Despite these adavancments, we still have no concrete evidence of life beyond Earth. However, the search continues, fueled by our curiosity and the hope that one day we might find an answer to this profound question.
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Science Behind Music
The “Science Behind Music” programme was a unique and successful event that explored the intersection of science and music. It featured sessions on acoustics and music technology, the science of music appreciation, and the impact of music on the brain. Attendees gained insights into the theoretical and experimental aspects of sound and its application in music, the emotional impact of music, and the processing of sound waves by our brains. The programme not only enhanced the attendees’ appreciation of music but also ignited their interest in the fascinating world of science.
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