Dynamic Science Wellington
The School of Chemical and Physical Sciences held a 2-day event called ‘Dynamic Science Wellington’ for Year 12 and 13 high school students who are passionate about chemistry and physics.
The first day included a series of engaging activities in the research labs where the students gained hands-on experience and insight into the cutting-edge research within SCPS, finishing with some inspiring talks from founders of start-up companies, who are using their scientific expertise to address global societal topics.
The second day started with a trip to the Robinson Research Institute and Ferrier Institute where the students learned about where science has a place in industry. They gained an understanding of how chemistry and physics can contribute to New Zealand’s large scientific community allowing them to see where a degree in chemistry and physics can take them. They also interacted with current undergraduate science students, who shared some of their experience at University. The day ended with a fun and challenging chemistry and physics escape room, where the students had to use the knowledge they gained throughout the past two days to solve puzzles and clues in order to break out of the lab.
Dynamic Science Wellington was a successful event that inspired the students and got them excited to further their studies in chemistry and physics at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington.
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