Bringing Science to Society

The interface between science and society is fundamental to a society based on knowledge, whose citizens can make informed judgements and decisions on science related issues.

EIROforum is committed to building on the well-documented public interest in science, using all forms of communication to foster dialogue and interest. In particular, a dedicated effort to improve science education in Europe's primary and secondary schools is essential.

EIROforum carries out major joint education projects with the science teaching community in Europe's primary and secondary schools. These projects include the EIROforum Science on Stage festival, which brings together hundreds of teachers from across the continent, and the European journal Science in School, which promotes inspiring science teaching. Other projects specifically target young people, such as Life in the Universe, Scitech - Couldn't be without it! and Catch a star.

EIROforum also participates in science communication activities like the Euroscience Open Forum (ESOF) conference, and the Communicating European Research (CER) conference.