Science night for water science

Water makes up 80% of our body mass and covers over two-thirds of the surface of the earth, but most of us still know very little about it. Do we know what the potential of Israel’s natural water sources is? How is seawater desalinated and how much desalination currently takes place in Israel? What are Israel’s water agreements with her neighbors? What does our drinking water contain? How are waves formed in the ocean and how do waves impact surfers and structures at sea and on the coast? How do submarines work?

Answers to these and many other science and technology questions were shared at the 2014 Researchers’ Night at Technion on September 18.

Each year, the Technion invites the public to participate in Researchers’ Night – a celebration of science and research for the whole family, sponsored by the Israeli Ministry of Science, Technology and Space and the European Union. Researchers’ Night also takes place in some 300 cities throughout Europe and Israel.

The 2014 Researchers’ Night at the Technion included various scientific exhibits and activities appropriate for all ages. Participants were able to taste seawater before and after desalination, build and sail a paper boat, closely examine how an underwater robot works, learn how submarines work, learn how to identify and handle water pollution, and enjoy a myriad of lectures, demonstrations and activities for the whole family. Activities were also provided for younger family members.

Researchers’ Night at the Technion is intended for children, youth and adults ages 9 to 99. Anyone who is curious about water science and technology is invited to participate and learn.