Read more about some of the recurring events organised by Umeå University to see what might suit you and your research. Or let these events provide inspiration when creating your own.
Vetenskapsluncher – science outreach lunches
For almost 20 years, the University has offered science outreach lunch talks on Thursdays. These are now held at Curiosum. The events are organised jointly by the four faculties and the Umeå School of Education, and are well attended. Contact your faculty communications officer if you are interested in participating.
Read more about science outreach lunches and find contact information (umu.se, in Swedish)
Sports lunches
The Umeå School of Sport Sciences organises three sports lunches per semester for students, professionals and pensioners. The goal of the sports lunches is to present the diversity of sports science research conducted at Umeå University as a form of science outreach while creating forums for sports enthusiasts.
Read more about sports lunches and find contact information (umu.se, in Swedish)
Nature on Campus
Researchers in the field of ecology, geology and nature can contribute their knowledge on outdoor excursions on campus. These excursions are mainly aimed at students and staff who want to learn more about ecology, geology and nature in general. Nature on Campus is organised by the Department of Ecology and Environmental Science.
Read more about Nature on Campus and find contact details (umu.se)
Fika efter en forskare
The Faculty of Medicine organises science outreach seminars that are also broadcast live. The aim is to share interesting medical research with the audience and allow them the opportunity to discuss research with the attending researchers.
Read more about Fika efter en forskare and find contact details (umu.se, in Swedish)
ForskarFredag
European Researchers’ Night in Sweden takes the form of Researchers’ Friday, which occurs across the EU on the same day. The main aim of the event is to show the public that researchers are ordinary people with extraordinarily exciting jobs. Visitors will also see that research can be conducted on just about anything and that a career in research is a very exciting option.
More information about Researchers’ Friday for researchers (forskarfredag.se)
Borrow a Researcher
Through “Borrow a Researcher”, you can visit schools, associations or workplaces on site or online. The event allows you to share knowledge on your subject or talk about working as a researcher. The concept is a part of ForskarFredag. A booking platform enables the target audience to get in touch with a researcher based on subject, availability, target audiences and location. You can register your interest to take part.
Read more and register your interest in Borrow a Researcher (forskarfredag.se)
Pint of Science
Pint of Science is an international science festival with simultaneous events in various parts of the world, as well as Umeå.
Learn more about Pint of Science (pintofscience.se)
IceLab Lunch Pitches
Lunch Pitches are a series of short talks and discussion organized by IceLab as a way to bridge gaps between scientific disciplines and encourage new collaborative efforts for the love of launching and landing new ideas.
Learn more about Lunch Pitches (umu.se)
