Global science exhibition comes to Mumbai

Nov 12 2016 : The Times of India (NaviMumbai)

 

Global science exhibition comes to Mumbai

Where: Nehru Science Centre, Worli. When: On till November 13, 10 am to 6 pm.





Mumbai is playing host to a first-of-its-kind interactive science exhibition organised by Bayer, which was inaugurated by Richard van der Merwe (Senior Bayer Representative, South Asia) on November 10 at the Nehru Science Centre. The opening day saw enthusiastic participation from over 700 people including school students, teachers and general public across various age groups. In 2013, Bayer celebrated its 150th anniversary globally and ever since has been organising its interactive global exhibition -`Science For A Better Life Tour' -to commemorate this milestone. The exhibition has travelled to 45 cities in 22 countries across the world and witnessed participation from nearly 2,00,000 visitors in major cities such as London, Shanghai, New York and Sydney .

 

In India, the theme is `Making Science Make Sense', which is the brand's flagship educational initiative that promotes science education through fun experiments. At the exhibition, visitors can gain fascinating and informative insights into how science enriches our daily lives. The exhibits on display are taken from real-life, tangible examples and demonstrate how Bayer, through research and innovative products, is committed to human, animal and plant health. The exhibition offers school students an educational excursion to discover natural sciences, biology or applied chemistry , try out something new, understand scientific relationships and consolidate knowledge learnt in school. In addition, visitors can also attend sessions by experts like Prof Shashank R Joshi (Padmashree awardee) on `Diabetes and You', Ashok Rupner on `Trash to Toys', Rujuta Diwekar on `Nutrition for a Better Life', Dr Aniruddha Mahindrakar on `Eye Health' and Shailesh Sansare on `Young Innovation'. To add to the fun and learning, the exhibition also has an interactive motion magic wall, science shows and contests and Origami workshops. So, don't wait, here's your chance to experience, experiment and explore science!

 Where: Nehru Science Centre, Worli.

When: On till November 13, 10 am to 6 pm. 


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