Science Cafés - An Unconventional Approach to Science Education

Explore the concept of science cafés as an innovative approach to science education in this 58-minute video from Imperial College London's Global Development Hub. Learn about the origins of science cafés, inspired by the Café Philosophique movement in France, and their role in facilitating communication between scientists and the public. Discover how these informal, discussion-based events contribute to Sustainable Development Goal 4, 'Quality Education'. Hear insights from experts including Ana Antunes Gomes from Pint of Science Portugal, Dr. Daniel Glaser from The Royal Institution, and Wealth Okete, co-founder of Science Café in Nigeria. Gain a deeper understanding of how science cafés are being implemented worldwide to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and public engagement, moderated by Dr. Mike Tennant from Imperial College London's Faculty of Natural Sciences.