This year, scientists from the International Centre for Cancer Vaccine Science joined the Night of Biologists to share their important work on cancer research and cell-based therapies.
For our youngest visitors, we created a fun animated film that explained how immune cells fight diseases in our bodies. Aspiring young scientists had the chance to try their hand at using a model of flow cytometer and discover how to find cells that can protect us from cancer. Our researchers also shared stories about how these special cells could help develop life-saving targeted therapies for future patients.
The Intercollegiate Faculty of Biotechnology UG brought the event to life with attracting exhibits. Visitors explored microbiological cultures, models of antibodies, cells, and viruses, and even a map showing bacterial infections in the human body.
One of the night’s highlights was an escape room adventure, where participants became anti-terrorist heroes battling a microbiological threat. It was both stimulating and educational! Visitors also enjoyed fascinating lectures packed with facts on research from various fields of biology.
Events like this remind us how important it is to share knowledge, celebrate science, and show the world how research can make a difference in our lives.
Special gratitude to dr. Zuzanna Urban-Wójciuk and dr. Anna Biernacka from ICCVS for the stand preparation.
Thank you for joining us, see you next time!