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Science goes Public returns with a focus on “Care”

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The 16th Science goes Public will take place on Friday, February 7, 2025 in the Schlossaula.

Registration for the event starts in January 2025.

On February 7, 2025, Science goes Public will present itself with a new concept: Under the motto "Knowledge to join in, have a say and take part”, the inspiring event in Osnabrück's Schlossaula will offer insights into scientific research and the opportunity to participate and join in the discussion.

In insightful short presentations, scientific questions are answered in just four minutes. And anyone who overruns will receive a red card - the trademark of Science goes Public. In addition, this year's event, organized in cooperation with Osnabrück University and the Neue Osnabrücker Zeitung newspaper, has some new features. In terms of content, everything revolves around the highly topical subject of “Care”.

In view of the increasing number of people in need of care in Osnabrück and dwindling care funds, the topic of “care” is one of the most pressing issues of our time.

What to do about rising care costs?
How can we counter caregiver burnout?
What can I do to avoid becoming in need of care myself?

These and similar exciting questions are answered in a scientifically sound manner. You as readers and family caregivers have the chance to decide for yourself which question you would like an answer to. Choose the most exciting ones from those proposed and see how the scientists answer them. You can vote online for two weeks on the website of New Osnabrück Newspaper.

New concept with this year's main theme “Care”

But it's not just researchers from the university who will have their say: the new discussion round is another highlight of the event. A guest with their own care experience will discuss with the experts. Moderated by University President Prof. Dr. Susanne Menzel-Riedl and New Osnabrück Newspaper Editor-in-Chief Louisa Riepe, this will bring together academic and personal perspectives in an entertaining 30 minutes.

And the audience's opinion is also in demand: Vote, ask questions and comment! Via live poll you can react to the event . Was the question answered clearly or do you have a different opinion? Share your opinion during the event.

Science goes Public offers an exciting encounter with science and the opportunity to the opportunity to discuss to discuss a relevant topic .