Last Friday, I had the incredible opportunity, along with three other talented Reiman Gardens' 2023 Science Communication Fellows, to attend the captivating "Meet a Scientist" event. Our main goal was to showcase an engaging hands-on activity centered around the vital topic of "Plants and Climate Change." Equipped with the knowledge gained from a informative 16-hour workshop, I was inspired to design three interactive activities that would resonate with a diverse audience. These activities focused specifically on building energy consumption, aiming to foster connections and raise awareness about building energy savings. Positioned on the right side of my display, I proudly presented my creatively crafted game called "Where is Energy Star?" This game was designed specifically for children, enabling them to identify the Energy Star label and empower them to help their parents find energy-efficient machines in stores. On the left side of my exhibit, I showcased another captivating game called "Energy Saving Challenge," which targeted teenagers and adults. This game allowed participants to explore the impact of different energy-saving strategies on electricity usage at home. To enhance the learning experience, I arranged a collection of incandescent, LED, and CFL light bulbs, alongside a thermometer. This visual representation effectively illustrated how electricity transfers heat into the environment and highlighted the significant differences in energy efficiency among various lighting options. Engaging with the public during this event was an immensely rewarding experience. I relished the opportunity to communicate my research and witness firsthand the enthusiasm and curiosity it sparked among attendees. Their interest and eagerness to learn further validated the importance of science communication.
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I created 2-mintues video to explain why my PhD research matters. Please check out my video at https://vimeo.com/763439048. I also talked about this topic in the Three Minutes Thesis (3MT) competition. |