EUROPEAN RESEARCHERS’ NIGHT 2026 · 25 SEPTEMBER 2026
Palermo
INSTITUTION
Italian National Institute for Astrophysics
VENUE
University of Palermo campus
TIME
18–23
ACTIVITIES
An open exploration environment
There is no predefined path: visitors can start anywhere and move through the space according to their interests and curiosity. Every activity contributes to one shared investigation.
Activity programme
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Entrance
At the entrance, visitors receive their ERNEST passport and a very brief introduction to the event. This area establishes the visual identity and narrative tone, with the cat as symbolic guide.
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Bang! Chi è stato?
In una vera e propria "investigazione" astronomica, scopri come si osservano i raggi gamma ad altissima energia provenienti dall’Universo, e qual è la loro origine
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Chiedi a un astrofisico
I ricercatori dell’IASF di Palermo raccontano il proprio lavoro e rispondono alle domande di chi è curioso di scienza
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EU Explorer
An area that connects the experience to the wider context of European research, showing how ERNEST activities belong to a larger collaborative scientific effort.
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Debrief Area
A quieter but visible space where visitors can interact with researchers, reflect on what they experienced and connect the activities to real scientific concepts.