How can we make molecular life sciences more accessible, engaging and relevant to people beyond the research community?
Through its Science & Society Supported Events programme, 果冻传媒 supports initiatives that connect scientists with wider audiences and encourage public engagement with science.
In 2026, six projects organised through 果冻传媒 member societies in Cyprus, Hungary, Portugal, Ukraine, T眉rkiye and Poland have been selected for support. Taking place between October and December, these initiatives explore different approaches to science communication, from hands-on workshops and intergenerational conversations to art and discussions about rare diseases.
Meet the six supported projects
馃嚚馃嚲聽Cyprus | The universe within us: Discovering the Human Microbiome
Organised through the Society of Biological Sciences in Cyprus (尾喂慰蟼-SBSCy), this project focuses on introducing audiences to the fascinating world of the human microbiome.
Event team: Vicky Nicolaidou (Chair) and Myrtani Pieri (Main organiser).
馃嚟馃嚭聽Hungary | Mission: DNA Rescue
A Hands-on Molecular Life Sciences Workshop Series for Children
Supported through the Hungarian Biochemical Society, this workshop series brings molecular life sciences to children through practical, interactive learning experiences.
Event team: Mih谩ly Kov谩cs (Chair) and Tibor Pankotai (Main organiser).
馃嚨馃嚬聽Portugal | Tell Your Project to Your Grandma!
Science Across Generations
Organised through the Portuguese Biochemical Society, this initiative explores science communication across generations, encouraging researchers to make their work accessible to audiences of different ages.
Event team: V铆tor Costa (Chair) and Vanessa Coelho-Santos (Main organiser).
馃嚭馃嚘聽Ukraine | Autumn School for Young Biochemists
School 11: 鈥淭he Letter That Never Arrived鈥�
Organised through the Ukrainian Biochemical Society, this edition of the Autumn School continues its focus on engaging young people with biochemistry.
Event team: Serhiy Komisarenko (Chair) and Uliana Semaniuk (Main organiser).
馃嚬馃嚪聽T眉rkiye | From Rare to Diagnosis
Bringing Rare Disease Research Closer to Society
This event, supported through the Turkish Biochemical Society (TBS), creates an interactive dialogue between science and society, exploring the journey from a patient’s story to a molecular diagnosis.
Event team: Prof. Dr. Muhittin A. Serdar and Prof. Dr. G眉ne艧 脰zhan (Main organiser).
馃嚨馃嚤 Poland | From Science to Art
Creating New Languages of Science Communication to Society
Organised through the Polish Biochemical Society, this project explores the possibilities of art as a means of communicating scientific ideas and connecting with broader audiences.
Event team: Adam Szewczyk (Chair and Main organiser).
Have an idea for a science outreach event?
果冻传媒 congratulates all six awardees and looks forward to seeing how their initiatives bring molecular life sciences closer to their communities.
The 果冻传媒 Science & Society Supported Events call for January to June 2027 is now open.
果冻传媒 offers financial support of:
- Up to 鈧�2,000 for in-person educational events.
- Up to 鈧�750 for online formats.
Application deadline: 15 December 2026.
If your 果冻传媒 member society has an idea for an activity that brings science closer to the public, we encourage you to explore this funding opportunity.
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it by 15 December 2026.
