Once again, scientists from our Institute took part in the Children’s Day picnic organized by the Special Educational Facilities Complex at the Provincial Specialist Children’s Hospital in Olsztyn. This year’s event, held under the theme “Warmian Children’s Fair”, provided participants with many unforgettable experiences.
Our Institute was represented by researchers from the Nutrigenomics Team: Emilia Gospodarska, Arleta Janysz, Aleksandra Kuliga, and Piotr Lekowski, who prepared a series of engaging science workshops for children. Participants had the opportunity to take part in experiments where science turned into real magic.
The children stepped into the role of young explorers and discovered fascinating phenomena from the fields of physics, chemistry, and biology. By observing “dancing colors” on milk, they learned about the secrets of surface tension. They also created their own lava lamps, exploring the principles of liquid density and immiscibility.
Experiments with dry ice generated great excitement, allowing participants to observe sublimation- the process in which a substance changes directly from a solid to a gas. Particularly popular attractions included self-inflating balloons, a smoking “witch’s cauldron,” and extraordinary smoke-filled bubbles.
The workshops also featured microscope activities, during which young participants prepared their own samples for observation and explored the invisible world of microorganisms. By combining hands-on experimentation with fun, science became a fascinating adventure full of discovery.
The entire event was filled with vibrant colors, Warmian traditions, music, and plenty of fun. The main goal of the picnic was to bring joy to children staying in the hospital, brighten their day, and create a space where they could enjoy carefree moments and briefly escape the challenges of everyday hospital life.
