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Tentative Taxonomy of Science Festivals

This tentative taxonomy of science festivals by Professor Frank Burnet from the University of the West of England in Bristol, UK, aims to combine science and culture in unique ways. Whether you have a PhD in astrophysics or just want to learn more about the world around you, these events offer something for everyone. From the multifaceted and multicultural events like the Cambridge Science Festival to the interactive and fun Russian Science Festival, these celebrations encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to explore, discover, and enjoy the wonders of science. Join in on the ultimate celebration of science in the United States with USAFST and be inspired by the incredible possibilities science has to offer. Website: www.frankburnet.com

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Tentative Taxonomy of Science Festivals

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  1. Tentative Taxonomy of Science Festivals Professor Frank Burnet University of the West of England Bristol, UK

  2. Primordial Forms University Open Days Arts Festivals

  3. University Open Day Model

  4. Arts Festival Model

  5. Self Descriptions 2010 Seeks to combine science and culture WSF something for everyone. Whether you have a PhD in astrophysics or haven’t done science since school; if you’re a chocoholic, an electric car enthusiast, an avid reader; whether you have a burning issue to discuss, simply want to know more about the world around you or are looking for an entertaining evening outCheltenham Giving you the chance to explore, discover and enjoy Manchester,UK encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to discover the wonderof the world around them Edinburgh A multifaceted, multicultural event every spring, the Cambridge Science Festival [Mass] makes science accessible, interactive and fun! ..a public showcase of science because scientists realized the importance of explaining to everybody what is happening in laboratories and how research changes the quality of lifeRussian Science Festival The Science Festival aims to provide inspiration, stimulate discussion and demonstrate science’s incredible possibilities Gothenburg Encourage the investigation and enjoyment of science and technology Wrexham to be the ultimate multi-cultural, multi-generational and multi-disciplinary celebration of science in the United States USAFST The Cambridge Science Festival [UK] is committed to engaging the public with science, technology, engineering, mathematics, medicine and more

  6. Frank.Burnet@gmail.com www.frankburnet.com www.scu.uwe.ac.uk

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