Our aims

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Inspiring curiosity in science

Norwich Science Festival has grown from inception and its first outing in 2016 to a nationally recognised Festival that showcases groundbreaking research and brings the best household names the region.

If you want to take part or become a sponsor, please take a look at our aims and outcomes:

Aims

To showcase and champion Norwich as a positive and progressive ‘city of science and tech innovation’
To spark curiosity and inspire a lifelong interest in science, to increase knowledge and to develop the general public’s greater understanding of the importance of scientific research to their everyday lives
To engage with new audiences, specifically those from communities who have low science capital and do not currently engage with the Festival
To build sustainable and creative relationships with partners and collaborators to deliver economic, social and environmental benefits to all
To portray an extensive range of scientific research, with a particular focus on local research
To provide a platform for scientists to develop their public engagement skills and communicate their research to the general public
To showcase and celebrate the full diversity of people working in science
To encourage creativity and cross-genre activities between the arts and science
To promote positive behavioural change from our visitors to benefit their health and the environment
To improve accessibility to the Festival

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Take Part

Are you a speaker, researcher, performer, scientist, artist, poet, musician or a comedian? Do you have an idea for a show, talk, immersive experience, or other special event that you feel would be a great fit for Norwich Science Festival?

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Become a Sponsor

Raise your brand awareness, reach new audiences, and meet your CSR values with our fantastic range of partnership opportunities.

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