Science Comes to Town: Grand Opening in Split
We were thrilled to be a part of the grand opening of “Science Comes to Town” right here in our beautiful coastal city, Split! This exciting European project, funded by the European Union, is bringing science out of laboratories and universities and into public spaces, showing everyone how research touches our daily lives.
“Science Comes to Town” is part of the larger UNITES initiative, which connects cities across Europe to make science accessible, inspiring, and relevant for everyone. This year, Split joins Kiel (Germany) and Brest (France) as partner cities hosting over 1,000 events for citizens of all ages.
The Goals of the Project
The project has four main goals:
Make science visible and accessible
Events take place in parks, libraries, schools, and city centres, so everyone can experience science in action.
Build trust between science and society
By opening dialogue between researchers and citizens, the project strengthens public confidence in science.
Support young people’s interest in science
Through competitions, school programs, and interactive experiments, young minds are encouraged to explore careers in research and innovation.
Connect science with policy and business
The project also supports exchanges between scientific research, local authorities, and companies, helping ideas move from the lab to real life
What Happened at the Grand Opening in Split
The launch event in Split brought together local partners, researchers, teacher trainers, experts, and collaborators for an inspiring celebration.
Our team was proud to be a part of the event, joining hands with institutions like the University of Split, the Institute of Oceanography & Fisheries, and cultural associations that make science engaging for everyone.
The opening featured interactive workshops, science stands, and demonstrations that drew curiosity from citizens of all ages.
Children could explore experiments hands-on, while adults learned about innovations in climate, health, and technology. It was a lively reminder that science is not just for labs—it’s all around us, shaping our cities, communities, and lives.