2022
Back to the European Researchers' Night, the initiative promoted by European Commission since 2005 to bring together researchers with citizens and spread scientific culture and knowledge of the research professions.
Events include live science experiments and demonstrations, exhibitions and guided tours, conferences and seminars, shows and concerts.
THENational Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) proposes again this year a program full of appointments both in presence and online events scattered throughout the territory, created thanks to European Projects NET, SHARPER, SUSTAINABLE FASHION INNOVATION SOCIETY and associated events BRIGHT-NIGHT e STREETS.
Here are the appointments proposed by INGV to venture to the discovery of Earth Sciences.
Thursday, September 22, 2022 | Bologna, Courtyard of Palazzo d'Accursio
17 hours: 00 | SOCIETY
Guided tour -> BOLOGNA AT THE TIME OF THE EARTHQUAKE
One of the lesser-known characteristics of the city of Bologna is that it is subject to earthquakes, like the whole national territory, however. From this point of view, the city is not the most dangerous place in the country or even in the region, but various factors mean that the level of earthquake risk in Bologna is quite important. This is why it is interesting to retrace the history and seismic stories of the city through some traces that recall the most important episodes and help us remember that we will have to deal with the earthquake.
Recommended: for all
Friday, September 23, 2022 | Riomaggiore, Castle of Riomaggiore (SP)
21 hours: 00 | NET
Seminar -> HOW POLLUTED IS OUR PLANET?
It is known that plastics and especially microplastics are present in all ecosystems on our planet. The main sources of plastic release into the sea are coastal and maritime activities and inefficient waste management. But how can we study the problem and what can be the solutions to stem it? This seminar organized in collaboration with the Digital Astronomy Group (GAD) will try to answer these and other questions.
Recommended: from 14 years
Saturday, September 24, 2022 | Florence, Ximenian Observatory
10 hours: 00 | BRIGHT-NIGHT
Guided tour -> THE XIMENIAN AND ITS HISTORY
The Ximenian Observatory, or simply "the Ximenian", is located in Florence in an ancient building in the historic center, between the Medici Chapels and Brunelleschi's Dome. Since its foundation in 1756 it has operated in the fields of astronomy, meteorology and seismology, the latter still active. It preserves precious instruments in its museum and a rich historical-scientific library, a fascinating journey where the history of seismology, cartography, astronomy, meteorology and radio engineering are intertwined with the history of the city of Florence and Tuscany.
Recommended: for all
Tuesday and Wednesday, 27 and 28 September 2022 | Online event
hours 10: 00-12: 00 | NET
Online laboratory -> DISCOVERING THE OCEAN BOTTOM
The activity aims to retrace the birth and development of theories on the interior of the Earth that led to the formulation of the theory of Plate Tectonics. The story also aims to bring out the contribution of female scientists, their experience and their scientific contribution in a world dominated by men. In particular, the role of Marie Tharp in the mapping of the ocean floor will be explored. The activity includes a laboratory part to discover the mountain ranges, the deep trenches, the seamounts and the vast plains present on the bottom of the oceans.
Recommended: 14 17-years
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | Bologna, CostArena
18 hours: 30 | SOCIETY
Scientific Aperitif -> COMMUNICATION
How can they tell research, science and climate change? What is happening to our planet is also a social and human issue, and in this meeting we will see how to communicate the emergency by listening to the voice of those who have experienced the emergency itself. With Sara Moraca (CNR-UniBO) we will travel around the world and discover how the populations of Alaska, Greenland, Central Asia, the Himalayas are trying to find solutions to climate change and we will highlight the importance of communication, not only in terms of science but of real life. Emanuela Ercolani (INGV) will tell us about the communication strategies adopted during the 2012 Emilia seismic sequence and how public meetings created spaces for discussion and meeting for the communities involved. Finally, Barbara Saracino (UniBO), coordinator of the Science, Technology and Society Observatory, will illustrate the studies on the behavior and opinions of Italian citizens on issues relating to science and technology
Recommended: from 14 years
Friday, September 30, 2022 | L'Aquila, Gran Sasso Science Institute
09 hours: 00 | SHARPER
Conference -> A LIVING PLANET: COMPARING SATELLITE IMAGES REVEAL WHAT HAPPENS DURING EARTHQUAKE
Many earthquakes on land produce a surface deformation that is imperceptible to humans but "visible" and measurable using differential radar interferometry (DInSAR), a technique which consists in comparing two images of the same area, obtained before and immediately after the phenomenon it intends to investigate, and in the systematic detection and mapping of differences. We will see how, thanks to the data obtained, it is possible on the one hand to explore the general and detailed characteristics of the seismic source, and on the other to understand how the repetition of strong earthquakes shapes the landscape over geological time. We will examine the L'Aquila earthquake, one of the most studied with the use of radar interferometry, in a journey to discover the transformations of our territory.
Recommended: from 14 years
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Online event
11 hours: 00 | SHARPER
Conference -> THE VOLCANIC RISK IN ITALY: WHY IT IS THE HIGHEST IN THE WORLD
Italy is one of the first countries in the world for the number of inhabitants exposed to volcanic risk, also because the areas close to active volcanoes are all densely populated. Since it is impossible to prevent an eruption from occurring, to ensure the safety of these areas it becomes essential to be able to quantitatively estimate the level of risk that characterizes them. To do this, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the various quantities that come into play in this estimate: we will analyze together the danger level of the single volcano, the exposure of the population and buildings, and finally the vulnerability of the latter, of the infrastructures and of the lifelines of potentially affected by a rash.
Recommended: from 14 years
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Online event
11 hours: 00 | SHARPER
Conference -> SPACE WEATHER AND SATELLITE: WHEN DANGER AND OPPORTUNITY MEET
Space weather phenomena are among the most energetic events that occur in our solar system and have effects on the Earth, representing one of the natural risks that jeopardize the technologies on which our society increasingly relies. Among them, those based on satellite positioning provided by Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) are among the most critical because their possible malfunction impacts on crucial sectors such as navigation (air, sea and land) and precision agriculture . Together we will analyze how these meteorological phenomena threaten the GNSS system, but at the same time provide essential data for the development of models and algorithms useful for improving knowledge of the circumterrestrial space.
Recommended: from 14 years
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Pisa, Palazzo Gambacorti
15 hours: 00 | BRIGHT-NIGHT
Scientific trekking -> GEOWALK, WALKING AROUND PISA THROUGH THE EYES OF A GEOLOGIST
From Palazzo Gambacorti to the Church of San Frediano, passing through Santa Maria della Spina and Piazza dei Miracoli, to illustrate the geological history of the Pisan area. Limestone with flint, marble, breccia, quartzite and sandstone used to build and cover these monuments, come from Monti Pisani and Monti d'oltre Serchio. These "stones" cover about 300 million years during which the forces of plate tectonics separated and brought together continents, transforming seas and oceans into mountains.
Recommended: for all
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Pisa, Piazza Dante Alighieri
16 hours: 00 | BRIGHT-NIGHT
Exposure -> SEE HOW… VIBRATES
The earthquakes that occurred in Italy and around the world have taught us that precise and rapid information on the location of the epicenter and the magnitude of the seismic event are essential to help us better understand what the interior of our planet is like and the risks to which we are exposed. During the exhibition, interactive educational activities will be proposed and some of the main tools used by INGV to carry out seismic monitoring activities will be shown. Participants will be able to unleash and see their own “personal earthquake” live!
Recommended: for all
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Exhibition -> HOW DO VOLCANOES WORK?
We begin by observing the eruption (not too closely!!), then the erupted material is collected and its characteristics are analyzed in the laboratory. With the use of various instruments, such as the microscope, information is obtained on the composition and internal characteristics of the magma. Finally, these results are put together and, with the help of the computer, a virtual eruption is created. Ours is a team effort to understand how and why magma was formed and how and how long ago it rose to the surface giving rise to spectacular eruptions.
Recommended: for all
Friday, September 30, 2022 | L'Aquila, Piazza del Duomo
hours 16: 00-23: 30 | SHARPER
Open labs -> INGV EXPERIENCES
Children and teenagers will be involved in various experiments to discover earthquakes and volcanoes.
Recommended: from 6 years
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Rome, Talents Park
16 hours: 30 | NET
Scientific Trekking -> THE GEOLOGY OF THE TALENTI PARK
A short geological walk on the top of the hill overlooking the Talenti Park, from where we will be able to observe different elements that characterize the geology and geomorphology of the Roman landscape. These will be the starting point to tell how the "Eternal City" arose in a territory shaped by the activity of the great volcanoes that surround it and by the waterways that run through it, in interaction with the tectonic processes that led to the lifting of the chain Apennines and to the climatic variations occurred in the last half million years. All these elements have contributed to creating a unique landscape rich in natural resources. We will be accompanied by a geologist, an INGV researcher who will tell us this story that spans millions of years.
Recommended: for all
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Grottaminarda (AV), Aquino Castle
hours 17: 00-24: 00 | NET
Screening -> NOVEMBER 23, 1980 YESTERDAY AND TODAY
The invitation-only event begins with the screening of a RAI documentary film introduced by the author Alessandra Rossi, followed by speeches on the subject and a final discussion. The dissemination path aimed at citizens involves the installation of panels and exhibits and will be aimed at increasing knowledge of earthquakes and the perception of seismic risk. From 20:00 to 24:00 the informative path "Fate Prima" will be open.
Recommended: from 7 years
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Naples, Capodimonte Astronomical Observatory
hours 18: 00-24: 00 | STREETS
Exhibition -> THE JOB OF THE VOLCANOLOGIST
What does a volcanologist do? How are volcanoes studied and monitored? What do you need to know? The Vesuvius Observatory exhibition will take care of these aspects, illustrated with panels, materials and scientific demonstrations.
Recommended: for all
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Bologna, Piazza Lucio Dalla
hours 18: 00-24: 00 | SOCIETY
Games -> TERRAE MOTUS, A MOVING PLANET
Our planet never stands still. Plate tectonics are constantly moving, creating oceans and mountains, constantly changing our planet and causing earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. But how does this happen? Come play with us and test yourself with our Quiz.
Recommended: for all
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hours 18: 00-24: 00 | SOCIETY
Games -> AN EXPLOSIVE PLANET
Volcanic rocks and confetti, ketchup and firecrackers, everything you need to set off to discover volcanoes and their eruptions. You are ready?
Recommended: for all
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hours 18: 00-24: 00 | SOCIETY
Games -> THE WORLD SEEN BY SATELLITE
Since satellites have existed, we have been able to look at our planet from a new perspective. But what are the satellites orbiting the Earth looking at? What information do they collect? And how do they help us better understand the planet we live on?
Recommended: for all
Friday, September 30, 2022 | INGV Geophysical Museum of Rocca di Papa (RM)
18: 00 and 19: 00 hours | NET
Guided tours -> JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH
Let's explore the interior of the Earth to learn what we know also by retracing the fascinating scientific path at the basis of this knowledge; understanding the internal dynamics of the Earth and the mechanisms that determine the occurrence of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions and how these phenomena are constantly studied and monitored is essential for being prepared. The evening will close on the terrace of the Museum with the observation of the sky.
Recommended: from 7 years
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Palermo, University Campus
18 hours: 30 | SHARPER
Open Lab -> VOLCANOES, EARTHQUAKE AND CLIMATE CHANGE: UNDERSTANDING AND PRESERVING PLANET EARTH
The INGV researchers will describe, by means of some models, instruments and videos, the research topics that see them directly involved in the study of the main active phenomena on planet Earth such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, monitoring of the sea and the atmosphere . Information materials will be available to visitors and some videos on seismicity and volcanism will be shown with underwater and drone shots.
Recommended: for all
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Rome, City of the Other Economy
hours 18: 30-23: 00 | NET
Quiz game -> SAVE AND THE FOUR R'S: WHAT WILL HE DO?
A competition between children equipped with smartphones who will compete on sustainable behaviors to adopt to protect the environment designed to encourage the automatic choice of good environmental practices in a fun way, will be an opportunity to meet and reflect together with researchers on the importance of our actions for the respect of the territory and the planet, our Common Home.
Recommended: 8 11-years
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hours 18: 30-23: 00 | NET
Experiments -> ESCAPE VOLCANO
Escape Volcano aims to convey basic notions about volcanoes and their eruption types. Starting at the magma chamber, follow the path that winds its way through 10 small chambers, through the vent to the crater. Try to reach the exit before the volcano erupts, passing all the trials.
Recommended: 7 14-years
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Genoa, Emanuele Luzzati Gardens
19 hours: 20 | SHARPER
Conference -> EARTHQUAKE AND SEAWALK IN LIGURIA BETWEEN SCIENCE, RESEARCH AND FOLKLORE
In a region where weather emergencies are frequent, earthquakes and tsunamis are sometimes underestimated phenomena. In fact, to find destructive earthquakes in Liguria you have to go back to 1887 for the Imperia area and 1920 for La Spezia. However, the recent seismic activity in the Genoa area has opened up a new field of investigation and changed, at least partially, the point of view on the earthquake phenomenon in Liguria. This short presentation aims to answer questions such as whether there are relationships between earthquakes that occur in Italy and those in the region, whether a strong earthquake can occur in the future, whether the Ligurian territory is subject to tsunamis and so on. In a journey through cities abandoned after the earthquake, the visits of the priest Mercalli who perfected the homonymous staircase in Liguria and stories with a popular flavor, we take stock of the seismic hazard and what the future scenario could be.
Recommended: for all
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Catania, Theater University Center
19 hours: 30 | SHARPER
Talk -> VOLCANIC ASHES FROM ETNA AND HUMAN HEALTH
Discussion on the physical and chemical impact on the local population caused by volcanic ash emissions produced by Etna during paroxysmal explosive activities: assessment of the possible effects on human health.
Recommended: For everyone
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19 hours: 45 | SHARPER
Talk -> THE URBAN SEISMIC OBSERVATORY OF CATANIA
Presentation of the Smart-wireless and ICT integrated monitoring system, capable of activating warnings on the basis of the information detected by the network of seismic-accelerometer sensors, which constitutes the Urban Seismic Observatory of Catania.
Recommended: For everyone
Friday, September 30, 2022 | Rome, City of the Other Economy
20 hours: 00 | NET
Seminar -> THE EPOS SUPER-LABORATORY
EPOS, European Plate Observing System, is a virtual Super-Laboratory open to all researchers in the Solid Earth Sciences sector and beyond. EPOS is the technological platform to promote scientific research and encourage progress and innovation in understanding the chemical and physical processes that control earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, landslides, and in general all those phenomena related to the dynamics of the Earth's surface.
Recommended: from 7 years
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21 hours: 30 | NET
Seminar -> A MAGNETIC WALK IN ROME
PM10 filters, leaves and lichens exposed in urban areas accumulate atmospheric particulate matter, which can exhibit intense magnetic properties due to automotive metallic emissions. The most recent results on the magnetism of atmospheric particulate pollutants will be presented, with original considerations on the impact of the Covid 19 lockdown on the reduction of air pollution, and on the role of leaves and lichens for monitoring and mitigating the effects of PM in urban area.
Recommended: from 7 years
Friday and Saturday, September 30 - October 1, 2022 | Rome, City of the Other Economy
hours 18: 30-23: 00 | NET
Laboratory -> EXPLOSIVE VOLCANOES
A volcanic laboratory to discover the secrets of the Mountains of Fire, understand what are the mechanisms and dynamics that are at the origin of these spectacular phenomena, how they grow and evolve, how eruptions occur and with what characteristics. In this laboratory it will be possible to simulate the eruption of a volcano and understand the differences between an effusive and explosive eruption. We will analyze the differences and types of the main volcanic products and how magma is transformed into rock. All accompanied by spectacular images and photos of volcanoes and observation of their main products, without forgetting how they are studied and constantly monitored.
Recommended: 7 14-years
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Laboratory -> THE PLANET OF FAIRY TALES
The ultimate goal of Il Pianeta delle favole is to introduce primary school children to the area in an engaging and classic way. We will also talk about natural risks and the importance of natural resources (as in the case of mineral waters). The children will choose a fairy tale from those in the repertoire, which will then be told and illustrated through a PowerPoint. During the story they will be asked to draw the character, the place, or whatever has struck them, or to color a drawing already prepared. At the end, we will talk to the children about their drawings to understand their point of view and their observations.
Recommended: 5 10-years
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Experiments -> WHAT DO I DO NOW?
A team game to understand and know the behavior to adopt in the event of an earthquake. Prevention and preparation for seismic emergencies also involves 'permanent' learning of each specific aspect of seismic risk and the behavior to adopt in the event of an event together with planning if you live in an area with high seismic danger.
Recommended: 7 14-years
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Workshop -> FROM RAIN TO SPRINGS
The proposed activity aims to make lower secondary school boys and girls aware of the theme of water, intended as a resource for man and engine of natural processes. In particular, it aims to make known, through an interactive laboratory, the meteorological and geological mechanisms that guide its movement and storage. Participants will be involved in an experiential journey enriched by quizzes and riddles and will discover that this precious resource is also able to cool the heart of the mountains and press on its fractures, generating natural tremors.
Recommended: from 7 years
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Experiments -> A PLANET THAT NEVER STAYS STILL
How and why do earthquakes and volcanoes originate? How is seismic and volcanic monitoring and surveillance carried out on the national territory? How do seismic waves propagate? We will follow the seismic monitoring of the INGV operations room in Rome in real time and thanks to a seismic station, visitors will be able to see the 'earthquake' produced by their jump. A puzzle will test you: do you know the distribution of plates on the earth's surface?
Recommended: from 7 years
Saturday, October 1, 2022 | Rome, City of the Other Economy
19 hours: 00 | NET
Aperiscience -> SAME BEACH, SAME SEA?
Our Mediterranean, "the sea in the middle of the lands", cradle of great civilizations, is also a semi-enclosed basin with a fragile ecosystem. But what are the risks? And are they derived from human activities? The researchers of the Marine Hazard project are working on the development of innovative technologies to identify, monitor and mitigate the potentially dangerous effects primarily of the exploitation of marine and coastal resources, but also of natural phenomena such as hydrothermalism that could harm the ecosystem health.
Recommended: from 14 years
Saturday, October 1, 2022 | Rome, City of the Other Economy
20 hours: 30 | NET
Seminar -> WHAT IS THE WEATHER IN SPACE?
The seminar describes, interacting with the public, the impact of geomagnetic storms on technological communication and navigation systems (first of all GPS) and on the health of human beings who operate in potentially dangerous contexts (crews of flights flying over polar and astronauts). Starting from the solar events that trigger geomagnetic storms, the main physical mechanisms are described, with emphasis on the impact on the circumterrestrial space. The speech closes by illustrating the countermeasures put in place to prevent and/or mitigate the harmful effects of these natural events in the context of so-called space weather (space weather).
Recommended: from 7 years
2021
The Night of Science is kicking off with numerous face-to-face and online events
Science is part of our life and our daily lives but we are not always aware of it, taking the technology that surrounds us for granted.
Spreading scientific culture, stimulating knowledge of the discoveries, creating opportunities for meeting and dialogue between researchers and non-experts: these are the objectives of the of 24 September. The initiative promoted by the European Commission since 2005 involves thousands of researchers and research institutions in all European countries every year.
The edition proposed this year by the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) includes a rich program of face-to-face and online appointments, created thanks to the Projects , , and associated events e .
Here are the appointments with INGV for the next few days to get to know the beating 'heart' of the Earth.
ᐳ Tuesday, September 21, 2021
18:00 | SHARPER (organized by the L'Aquila office)
Etna and Stromboli: living with two of the most active volcanoes on Earth
A journey to discover two Italian volcanoes: Stromboli (Iddu), which the ancients called the "lighthouse of the Mediterranean" due to its eruptive activity called precisely "Strombolian", and Etna (Idda), the highest active volcano in the 'Continental Europe.
Event type: online
Recommended: for all
ᐳ Wednesday, September 22, 2021
10:00/11:00 and 11:30/12:30 | NET (organized by the Portovenere office and by the Roma 1 and AC sections)
Salvina and the environment: what will she do? Discovering good environmental practices
Event type: online
Recommended: 4th and 5th grades of Primary School and 1st grades of 1st grade Secondary School
For reservations:
16:30 | SHARPER (organized by the L'Aquila office)
Stories of stone
Over time, men found a home in caves or rock shelters where they could stop permanently or for short periods during hunting or gathering periods. The walls of these rock shelters have also been used as canvases to create real "stone stories" in which primitive men reported scenes of daily life.
Event type: online
Recommended: for all
ᐳ Thursday, September 23, 2021
10:00 and 11:30 | NET (organized by the Portovenere office and by the Roma 1 and AC sections)
Salvina and the environment: what will she do? Discovering good environmental practices
Event type: online
Recommended: 4th and 5th grades of Primary School and 1st grades of 1st grade Secondary School
For reservations:
16:30 | SHARPER (organized by the L'Aquila office)
From geodesy to geology: some clues about the earthquakes in Abruzzo
The researchers will illustrate the results of the first research at European level which explicitly aims to determine the 'slip rate' of all the active faults present in an important seismic area such as the Abruzzo Apennines.
Event type: online
Recommended: for all
ᐳ Friday, September 24, 2021
9:00 am | NET (organized by the Portovenere office)
Memory – Volcanoes, earthquakes, environment
Educational laboratory in which the 48 cards that make up the game represent fault lines, scientific instruments, oceanography, climate, tsunamis, volcanoes, the atmosphere, etc.
Event type: in attendance (La Spezia, Naval Technical Museum)
Recommended: primary school children
Information and reservations:
10:00 - 11:00 and 11:30 - 12:30 | NET (organized by the Portovenere office and by the Roma 1 and AC sections)
Salvina and the environment: what will she do? Discovering good environmental practices
Event type: online
Recommended: 4th and 5th grades of Primary School and cl. 1st of the 1st grade Secondary School
For reservations:
11:00 | SHARPER (organized by the L'Aquila office)
Earthquakes, geology and planning
All strong earthquakes show strong differences in local-scale shaking. Often neighborhoods or individual buildings are destroyed next to others that have suffered only minor damage. Today it is possible to know in advance how an earthquake will impact the territory and, in particular, to understand the reason for these strong differences in the effects of the earthquake, with the same or almost the same shaking of the ground.
Event type: online
Recommended: for all
15pm and 30pm | SHARPER (organized by the Etna Observatory of Catania)
Participate in the monitoring of Etna's ash emissions
Together with the participants, the researchers will test the TefraNet App, created by INGV for the collection and communication in real time of the fallout of "tephra", i.e. the ashes, lapilli and lava bombs, produced by the most intense explosive activities of the Etna volcano .
Event type: online
Recommended: for all
For reservations:
16:00 | BRIGHT (organized by the Pisa Section)
Volcanoes: what secrets and mysteries still to be revealed are kept in the erupted products?
To understand how volcanoes work, scientists study the characteristics of the erupted products. With the INGV researchers it is possible to understand what the phases of the 'volcanologist' work are: from the observation of the eruptive phenomenon, to the sampling of the products up to the laboratory analyzes which, with the use of various instruments and microscopes, provide information on the composition and typology of the different components present in the rocks.
Event type: in presence (Pisa, Largo Ciro Menotti)
Recommended: for all
16:00 | SHARPER (organized by the L'Aquila office)
Rumbling Earth
Exhibits, interactive videos and activities for children, to explore the evolution of volcanoes and the amplification effects of seismic waves together with researchers from INGV and the National Earthquake Observatory.
Event type: in presence (L'Aquila, Piazza Duomo)
Recommended: for all
16:00 | SHARPER (organized by the L'Aquila office)
Build a volcano, actually two
Building a volcano or rather two with easily found material and how to mitigate the volcanic risk for an effusive and explosive volcanic activity.
Event type: in presence (L'Aquila, Piazza Duomo)
Recommended: for children from 6 to 14 years of age
16:00 | SHARPER (organized by the L'Aquila office)
And now what do I do?
A team game to make children (and others) understand what behavior should be adopted before, during and after an earthquake or tsunami.
Event type: in presence (L'Aquila, Piazza Duomo)
Recommended: for everyone from 6 years of age
16:00 | SHARPER (organized by the L'Aquila office)
Virtual seismic room and Story maps
It will be possible to observe in real time the seismic signals detected by the stations located throughout the country and the interactive presentation of various recent seismic sequences, story maps and strong earthquakes of the past. Exhibit on the amplification effects of seismic waves for different types of terrain and seismometers being acquired.
Event type: in presence (L'Aquila, Piazza Duomo)
Recommended: for all
17:00 | BRIGHT (organized by the Pisa Section)
The Research Stage - Debate on climate, environment, sustainable economy
INGV researchers will participate in the round table, moderated by the scientific journalist Silvia Bencivelli, with researchers from various disciplines from the University of Pisa, the Scuola Normale Superiore, the Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, EGO-VIRGO and with the movements for climate justice. We will talk about: the role of scientists in the mitigation of natural risks; critical tools available to non-scientists; the methods of communication of the uncertainty of Science, without losing the trust of citizens; support for decision-making processes without compromising the freedom and independence of researchers; the role of technology in solving the climate emergency.
Event type: in presence (Pisa, Piazza XX Settembre) and in live streaming
Recommended: for all
17:00 | SHARPER (organized by the Etna Observatory of Catania)
The breath of the volcano: are radon emissions from Etna good or bad?
Radon is a radioactive gas that is released from the subsoil of the volcano. Recent studies highlight the possibility of using it to "find" "hidden" faults. With the INGV researchers we will also find out what the potential risk is for human health from exposure to this radioactive gas
Event type: online
Recommended: for all
For reservations:
18:00 | NET (organized by the Section of Rome 1)
A planet that never stands still
The researchers will illustrate how and why earthquakes and volcanoes originate and how INGV seismic and volcanic monitoring and surveillance is carried out on the national territory.
Event type: in presence (Rome, City of the Other Economy - CAE)
Recommended: for all
18:00 | NET (organized by the Section of Rome 2)
Does the sea have a fever?
A lab to better understand oceanic circulations and the fundamental role of the oceans in the complex machine that regulates our climate.
Event type: in presence (Rome, City of the Other Economy - CAE)
Recommended: for all
18:00 | NET (organized by the Section of Rome 1)
Volcanic laboratory!
A lab where volcanologists will simulate the eruption of a volcano and understand the differences between an 'effusive' eruption and an 'explosive' one.
Event type: in presence (Rome, City of the Other Economy - CAE)
Recommended: for all
18:00 | SOCIETY (organized by the Bologna Section)
Earth, a phenomenal planet
How is our planet made? How does it change? Demonstrations, small experiments and materials to understand how we do to study it.
Event type: in presence (Bologna, Via Zamboni)
Recommended: for all
18:00 | SOCIETY (organized by the Ferrara office)
Earthquakes, geology and planning
The researchers of the INGV headquarters in Ferrara will talk to us about geology aimed at planning interventions in the area.
Event type: in attendance (Ferrara, historical centre)
Recommended: for all
18:00 | SOCIETY (organized by the Bologna Section)
Come away with me. Virtual exploration of our planet
The researchers of the Ximenian Observatory in Florence will take us to explore one of the first Italian geophysical observatories. And then, walking around with the INGV researchers, to discover the most incredible places on the planet from a geological point of view.
Streaming:
⮚ 18.30 We visit the Ximenian Observatory
⮚ 21.00 pm Walking around volcanoes,
⮚ 22.00 pm A walk around the planet
Event type: online
Recommended: for kids and adults
18:00 | SOCIETY (organized by the Bologna Section)
But how many do you know? Games with feet on the ground
The quiz on Earth, to discover places and curiosities on our planet. And then, a chat with the seismologist: an informal meeting to resolve doubts and curiosities about earthquakes.
Streaming:
⮚ 19.00 pm The Earth quiz
⮚ 20.00 pm The Earth quiz
⮚ 21.30 pm A chat with the seismologist
Event type: online
Recommended: for all
18:00 | SOCIETY (organized by the Bologna Section)
I go round and round, the world falls. The room of the young explorers
A space for curious young people who are passionate about volcanoes and earthquakes and an opportunity for an informal meeting with those involved in studying volcanoes
Streaming:
⮚ 18.30 pm A chat with the volcanologist
⮚ 19.30 pm Risky tales: stories to think about risk and how we deal with it.
⮚ 22.00 pm Good night fairy tales, to fall asleep thinking about the Earth
Event type: online
Recommended: for children and teenagers
19:00 | SOCIETY (organized by the Bologna Section)
Ant's line - Ants in single file
Theatrical show staged by the PARS CONSTRUENS company.
Planet Earth, near future. The world is on the verge of ecological collapse and a group of scientists are looking for a solution. As species die out one by one, only one seems to be able to thrive: ants! To discover the secret of their resistance, Professor Line will shrink to enter the anthill and will try with the help of the young spectators to discover the secret of the ants and thus try to save the world.
Event type: in attendance (Bologna, Palazzo Poggi, Cortile del Pozzo)
Recommended: for children and teenagers
Reservations required:
19:00 | SHARPER (organized by the Palermo Section)
Volcanoes, earthquakes and climate change: messages from Gaea
With models, instruments and videos, the INGV researchers will describe the main researches that see them directly involved in the study of the main movements and active phenomena of planet Earth, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, monitoring of the sea and the atmosphere.
Event type: in attendance (Palermo, University Campus, Viale delle Scienze)
Recommended: for everyone.
Reservations required: Link "Register for the event".
19:00 | SHARPER (organized by the Etna Observatory of Catania)
Etna 2020-2021: the return of paroxysms
With the volcanologists of the INGV Etnean Observatory of Catania, the phases of the growing activity that has affected all four of the summit craters of Etna will be retraced, with the spectacular episodes of fountains and lava flows.
Event type: online
Recommended: for everyone.
For reservations:
19:00 | MEET ME TONIGHT (organized by the Vesuvius Observatory of Naples)
A volcano called Vesuvius
Do you know what a volcano is? How does it develop? Have you ever tried to make a model of it? Do you know the current shape of Vesuvius and what rocks and minerals it is made of? The researchers of the INGV Vesuvius Observatory meet the public to talk and exchange information on the issues of Campania volcanoes, with the support of information panels, models, rocks and minerals. Where possible, experiments and workshops will take place showing the different types of volcanic activity.
Event type: in presence (Reggia di Portici, Ercolanese Museum).
Recommended: for all
19:00 | MEET ME TONIGHT (organized by the Vesuvius Observatory of Naples)
Antonio Parascandola, mineralogical collection
Chronologically, the scientific life of Antonio Parascandola (1902–1977) professor of Mineralogy and Agricultural Geology at the Faculty of Agriculture of Portici from 1936 to 1972 is narrated. Mineral samples collected on the island of Procida, in the Campi Flegrei ( Solfatara di Pozzuoli, Pisciarelli di Agnano, Astroni), on Vesuvius, on the Roccamonfina volcano and in other areas of mineralogical interest in Campania and Calabria will be exhibited in a dedicated room of the Herculaneum Museum of the Portici Palace.
Event type: in presence (Reggia di Portici, Herculaneum Museum)
Recommended: for all
16:00 | BRIGHT (organized by the Pisa Section)
Geowalking: a virtual excursion through the streets of Pisa
Like investigators, the researchers illustrate their search for geological, paleontological and paleoclimatic clues set on the facades of historic buildings and between the stones of the ancient walls.
Event type: online
Recommended: for all
16:00 | BRIGHT (organized by the Pisa Section)
How volcanoes work
From the study of rocks to laboratory experiments, let's find out together what drives volcanic eruptions and how they occur.
Event type: online
Recommended: for all
16:00 | BRIGHT (organized by the Pisa Section)
FluiDy Lab: ocean engines
Fluid lab experiences for everyone! The videos of the laboratory experiences will show how the movement of surface and deep ocean currents occurs when certain physical conditions occur, such as the difference in temperature and salinity in the water. These conditions control the currents, through the establishment of density flows, convective motions and turbulent mixing.
Event type: online
ᐳ Saturday, September 25, 2021
18:00 | NET (organized by the Section of Rome 1)
A planet that never stands still
How and why do earthquakes and volcanoes originate? How is seismic and volcanic monitoring and surveillance carried out on the national territory of INGV? Researchers will answer these and other questions.
Event type: in presence (Rome, City of the Other Economy - CAE)
Recommended: for all
18:00 | NET (organized by the Section of Rome 2)
Does the sea have a fever?
A Lab to better understand the processes that govern oceanic circulations and the fundamental role of the oceans in the complex machine that regulates our climate.
Event type: in presence (Rome, City of the Other Economy - CAE)
Recommended: for all
18:00 | NET (organized by the Section of Rome 1)
Volcanic laboratory!
A lab where volcanologists will simulate the eruption of a volcano and understand the differences between an 'effusive' eruption and an 'explosive' one.
Event type: in presence (Rome, City of the Other Economy - CAE)
Recommended: for all
Furthermore, as part of the NET Project, INGV organizes seminars and workshops aimed directly at schools.
Below are all the offers.
Seminar | What is the weather like in space
The impact of geomagnetic storms on technological systems of power, communication and satellite navigation and on the health of human beings operating in potentially dangerous contexts.
Recommended: Second grade secondary school pupils
Event type: online and in presence upon request until 15 October
For reservations:
Labs/Quizzes | Salvina and the environment: what will she do?
Challenge between classes on sustainable behaviors to adopt to protect the environment.
Recommended: Primary and secondary school pupils
Event type: online on request until 15 October
For reservations:
Seminar | Magnetism and air pollution
Magnetic fields, magnets and magnetic minerals will be the protagonists of this meeting, in which examples of research on Earth carried out with the methods of paleomagnetism and rock magnetism will be proposed.
Recommended: Second grade secondary school pupils
Event type: online on request until 15 October
For reservations:
lab | Skyscrapers of paper and wood, or seismic effects of geology
The lab will focus on two of the most important ingredients of the seismic effects of geology: the characteristics of superficial sedimentary rocks and the resonance phenomenon which acts selectively on both rocks and buildings.
Recommended: 1st and 2nd grade secondary school pupils
Event type: online on request until 15 October
For reservations:
Game/Workshop | Paper Volcanoes
An experiential activity created to help kindergarten children become familiar with the concept of volcano.
Recommended: kindergarten children
Event type: online on request until 15 October
For reservations:
Game/Workshop | Greedy laboratory!
Pudding, hard-boiled egg, flour, brown sugar, powdered chocolate… these are the ingredients that will help us understand the secrets of planet Earth and will help us familiarize ourselves with scientific concepts such as the composition of the Earth's interior, the plates that make up the outermost part of the planet, earthquakes and the propagation of seismic waves to get to experience the effect of earthquakes on homes.
Recommended: kindergarten children
Event type: online on request until 15 October
For reservations:
2020
European Researchers' Night in Italy
Researchers' Night is an initiative promoted by the European Commission since 2005 which every year involves thousands of researchers and research institutions in all European countries.
The aim is to create opportunities for researchers and citizens to meet to spread scientific culture and knowledge of the research professions in an informal and stimulating context.
Events include live science experiments and demonstrations, exhibitions and guided tours, conferences and seminars, shows and concerts.
Italy immediately joined the European initiative with a multiplicity of projects that traditionally make it one of the European countries with the largest number of events scattered throughout the territory.
For 2020, the project involves 7 projects in Italy for a total of over 80 cities. INGV researchers are involved in five of these projects.
We look forward to seeing you on November 27!
INGV researchers are involved in the projects that will take place in the following cities.
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L'Aquila Palermo Catania |
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Pisa | |
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Napoli | |
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Bologna |