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Thank you to everyone who made this year's Cambridge Science Festival a magical one! Be on the lookout for photos from the event and continue to tag us in your photos so we can repost you! 🧬🧪🎨📡🧮

We are pleased to provide complimentary MIT shuttle service to and from the Science Carnival TODAY, SEPTEMBER 29! The Kendall/MIT Open Space can also be reached by public transportation: the MBTA Red Line to the Kendall/MIT station; #64, #68, and #85 bus lines stop near the Open Space; the #1 bus stops on Massachusetts Avenue, about a 15-minute walk. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/eYGzhCZN

The final Festival event is always the most special. Join us any time between 12-4pm at the Kendall/MIT Open Space for the beloved Science Carnival.

Join Boston Fashion Week and Cambridge Science Festival at The Foundry for a fashion show without a catwalk. Immerse yourself in the designs that will shape the next generation of wearable tech. Meet designers, engineers and thought-leaders, and explore ground-breaking exhibits close enough to touch. Electric Skin is an experiential networking event devoted to the future of fashion, with cutting-edge technology and interactive prototypes on display. Expect DJs, digital art and a cash bar. Exhibiting designers and artists include: Ganit Goldstein (MIT Self Assembly Lab), Yiyue Luo (University of Washington) & Devin Murphy (MIT), Rachele Didero (Cap_able), Zoey Zhu (IDEO), Jack Forman (MIT Media Lab) & Megan Hofmann (Northeastern University), Fiorenzo Omenetto & Giulia Guidetti (Silklab, Tufts University), Pin-Sung Ku (Cornell Hybrid Body Lab), Nataliya Kosmyna (MIT Media Lab). PLEASE NOTE: This event is 21+. 📸: Michael J. Clarke Photography

How does nuclear physicist Lise Meitner’s pioneering discovery of nuclear fission over a century ago continue to inspire astronomers to uncover the last “star stuff” secrets of the early universe? Through the theatrical presentation of “Pursuit of Discovery,” Professor Anna Frebel, Division Head of Astrophysics at MIT, will bring this groundbreaking discovery to life with her portrayal of Lise Meitner. Following the 25-minute living history performance, Frebel will discuss her own research on ancient stars and the cosmic origins of heavy elements like gold and silver. Join Stem on Stage from 3:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. in the Lecture Hall at the Cambridge Public Library as part of Space Day programming at the Cambridge Science Festival. Produced in collaboration with STEM on Stage, this program is for adults and children ages 10 & older. This program is in the Lecture Hall.

Join us at The Cambridge Foundry for the following events at 2:30 PM: - Knitting: Past, Present and Future https://bit.ly/4cWD0u5 - In Conversation with Chris Donovan https://bit.ly/478LTQ9 - Out of this World: Dressing for Space https://bit.ly/3z3Si2q - Closet Cosplay and the Art of Play https://bit.ly/47avCdk

Discover the history of the Charles River from the cockpit of a kayak and learn how to get involved with local restoration efforts with Mass Audubon. Observe wildlife living along the riverbank and explore your city with a new perspective. The program will start with a paddle introduction, so no paddling experience is required. https://bit.ly/3z3Sdf8 Sessions available throughout the afternoon. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Step into the fascinating world of neuroscience with our exciting brain building activity! Join us for some mind-boggling fun as we dive headfirst into hands-on lessons that will teach you about this amazing organ. Get ready to engage all your senses through exciting experiments and demonstrations. https://bit.ly/3AZFpH9 Discover how brain sections come together by building your own brain and understanding the cool aspects of each part. Test your senses with awesome challenges that will make you see, hear, and feel things in totally new ways. Challenge your memory and attention with brain teasers and optical illusions that will leave you amazed. With guidance from our enthusiastic instructors, you’ll learn about the different regions of the brain and their functions, from the part that helps you bust your favorite dance moves to the part that helps you taste your favorite ice cream flavor. Whether you’re a curious kid or a lifelong learner, this activity promises to ignite your passion for science while providing a deeper understanding of the incredible organ that shapes our thoughts, emotions, and actions. So, grab your thinking cap and join us for a brain-tastic time that’s guaranteed to blow your mind – in the best possible way!

Have you ever wondered about the science behind popular astronomy-themed brand names? For instance, did you know that the candy bar “Milky Way” is named after our home galaxy? Or that “Subaru” is named after a star cluster? In this interactive session, MIT Professor Anna Frebel will explore how various brands draw inspiration from astronomical terms and phenomena. “POP! Astronomy” is an educational video series featuring MIT undergraduate students who share the science behind these popular brand names. https://bit.ly/3z3SdvE Join us from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for this event as part of the Cambridge Science Festival’s Space Day at the Cambridge Public Library. Professor Frebel will guide you through a wide array of everyday consumer products named after astronomy-based terms. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in an interactive session and even create your own “POP! Astronomy” presentation. Produced in collaboration with STEM on Stage, this program is for adults, families and children ages 8 and older. This program is in the Lecture Hall.