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Die SimplyScience Stiftung.
1SimplyScience Stiftung Nordstrasse 15 CH-8021 Zurich; simplyscience.ch,
Chimia
|March 2, 2018
Summary
SimplyScience is an online platform engaging youth aged 8-18 in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through articles, videos, and podcasts. It aims to inspire future careers in MINT subjects.
Area of Science:
- Science communication and education
- STEM outreach initiatives
- Industry-education partnerships
Background:
- The scienceindustries platform, SimplyScience, was launched in 2008.
- It is supported by chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries.
- It aligns with the Swiss 'MINT' (Science, Mathematics, Technology) promotion program.
Purpose of the Study:
- To engage children and adolescents in science and technology.
- To encourage consideration of careers in MINT subjects.
- To provide accessible scientific content for young audiences, parents, and educators.
Main Methods:
- Dissemination of diverse scientific content via articles, videos, and podcasts.
- Targeting an audience of 8 to 18 year olds, their parents, and teachers.
- Leveraging an internet platform for broad accessibility.
Main Results:
- SimplyScience successfully presents a variety of scientific topics.
- The platform aims to foster interest in science and technology among youth.
- It serves as a resource for educational engagement with scientific subjects.
Conclusions:
- SimplyScience effectively promotes STEM fields to young audiences.
- The initiative encourages exploration of MINT careers.
- The platform demonstrates a successful model for industry-led science outreach.
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