Periodic Reporting for period 2 - G9MISSIONS (G9 GO FOR THE MISSIONS!)
Reporting period: 2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
The G9MISSIONS project aims to promote awareness of the five European research and innovation missions that aim to deliver solutions to some of the challenges facing our world. The project is an initiative that mainly involves the participation of the G9 Universities in the European Researchers' Night, which is a Europe-wide public event that displays the diversity of science and its impact on citizens' daily lives in fun and inspiring ways.
The overall objectives of the project are to promote the contribution of research and researchers to society, bring researchers closer to the public at large, enhance the recognition of researchers and their role in society, motivate researchers at universities to participate in science outreach events, connect citizens and experts on EU Missions, better understand the EU among the general public, strengthen the connection between research and education by bringing researchers to schools to encourage interaction with pupils, inspire teachers to participate in the events and learn alternative strategies to engage students with science and technology, encourage young people to embark on scientific careers and promote STEAM learning.
The overall objectives of the project are to promote the contribution of research and researchers to society, bring researchers closer to the public at large, enhance the recognition of researchers and their role in society, motivate researchers at universities to participate in science outreach events, connect citizens and experts on EU Missions, better understand the EU among the general public, strengthen the connection between research and education by bringing researchers to schools to encourage interaction with pupils, inspire teachers to participate in the events and learn alternative strategies to engage students with science and technology, encourage young people to embark on scientific careers and promote STEAM learning.
The G9MISSIONS project has successfully executed all planned activities and achieved all designated milestones.
In preparation for the European Researchers' Night 2022, the project celebrated two pre-events in its first year: Green Week and World Cancer Day. The project also conducted two days of online training sessions in May.
The first main event of the project, the European Researchers' Night, was held on September 30th, 2022, and was attended by researchers, academics, and the general public. The event effectively promoted the five European research and innovation missions and their contribution to tackling some of the world's most pressing challenges.
In addition, the Circular Science program was developed, involving researchers with the entire school community throughout the 2-year duration of the project. The program effectively inspired young students to pursue scientific careers and promoted STEAM learning.
To raise awareness of the European Researchers' Night 2023, the pre-event for the second year was World Ocean Day, which took place in June 2023 with activities aimed at increasing awareness about both the Ocean Mission and the Soil Mission.These initiatives included various events such as educational boat trips, a nocturnal marine safari, and a seashore geological visit. Additionally, there were scientific workshops focusing on water-related topics through experimental activities.
The second major event of the European Researchers' Night was scheduled for September 29th, 2023. This event had a significant impact on promoting the objectives of the EU missions, as well as inspiring the next generation of scientists and innovators.
Overall, the G9MISSIONS project successfully promoted the contribution of research and researchers to society, enhanced the recognition of researchers and their role in society, motivated researchers to participate in science outreach events, and better connected citizens and experts on EU Missions.
In preparation for the European Researchers' Night 2022, the project celebrated two pre-events in its first year: Green Week and World Cancer Day. The project also conducted two days of online training sessions in May.
The first main event of the project, the European Researchers' Night, was held on September 30th, 2022, and was attended by researchers, academics, and the general public. The event effectively promoted the five European research and innovation missions and their contribution to tackling some of the world's most pressing challenges.
In addition, the Circular Science program was developed, involving researchers with the entire school community throughout the 2-year duration of the project. The program effectively inspired young students to pursue scientific careers and promoted STEAM learning.
To raise awareness of the European Researchers' Night 2023, the pre-event for the second year was World Ocean Day, which took place in June 2023 with activities aimed at increasing awareness about both the Ocean Mission and the Soil Mission.These initiatives included various events such as educational boat trips, a nocturnal marine safari, and a seashore geological visit. Additionally, there were scientific workshops focusing on water-related topics through experimental activities.
The second major event of the European Researchers' Night was scheduled for September 29th, 2023. This event had a significant impact on promoting the objectives of the EU missions, as well as inspiring the next generation of scientists and innovators.
Overall, the G9MISSIONS project successfully promoted the contribution of research and researchers to society, enhanced the recognition of researchers and their role in society, motivated researchers to participate in science outreach events, and better connected citizens and experts on EU Missions.
The G9Missions project has achieved several results beyond the state of the art. Firstly, the project has successfully brought together researchers and citizens to raise awareness of the EU missions and their potential impact on society. Through the various events and activities organized, the project has fostered a sense of community and collaboration among the participants.
The project has also contributed to enhancing the recognition of researchers and their role in society. By bringing researchers closer to the public at large, the project has helped to break down the barriers between academia and society, making research more accessible and relevant to people's lives.
Moreover, the Circular Science program has enabled researchers to engage with the whole school community, including pupils, teachers, and parents, using innovative methodology. This has led to a better understanding of research and innovation among young people and has inspired them to pursue scientific careers. In terms of potential impacts, the project has the potential to inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators, and to foster a better understanding of the challenges facing our world and the potential solutions that research and innovation can provide. To ensure further uptake and success, key needs include continued investment in research and innovation, access to markets and finance, and a supportive regulatory and standardization framework.
The project has also contributed to enhancing the recognition of researchers and their role in society. By bringing researchers closer to the public at large, the project has helped to break down the barriers between academia and society, making research more accessible and relevant to people's lives.
Moreover, the Circular Science program has enabled researchers to engage with the whole school community, including pupils, teachers, and parents, using innovative methodology. This has led to a better understanding of research and innovation among young people and has inspired them to pursue scientific careers. In terms of potential impacts, the project has the potential to inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators, and to foster a better understanding of the challenges facing our world and the potential solutions that research and innovation can provide. To ensure further uptake and success, key needs include continued investment in research and innovation, access to markets and finance, and a supportive regulatory and standardization framework.