Journal of Microbiology & Biology Education (Mar 2018)

Science in the Eye of the Beer-Holder—How To Put On an Effective Pint of Science: The Adelaide Experience

  • Katharina Richter,
  • Nicky Thomas

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1128/jmbe.v19i1.1539
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 19, no. 1

Abstract

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“Pint of Science” is an outreach activity bringing the latest scientific discoveries to the community in the relaxed atmosphere of a pub. Founded in the United Kingdom in 2012, this three-night festival in May is now held annually in cities around the world. Today, Pint of Science contributes to science education and engages peers and the public alike, demystifying science at a pub near you. This article gives advice about how to organize a Pint of Science festival, as exemplified by the Adelaide/South Australia chapter’s 2017 experience.