Dedicated to Science for Global Challenges, in this edition CIES was present with two activities, as part of the European project Developing algorithm literacy for all, to fight disinformation and foster e-inclusion with quality information for knowledge-based democratic societies (Algowatch) and the Laboratory for Social Studies on Birth (nascer.pt).

The European Researchers' Night is an initiative that aims to break down the barriers that separate science from citizens and demystify the image of the scientist as someone distant and inaccessible. Funded by the European Commission, this initiative has been running since 2005. Researchers from CIES-Iscte have taken part by organizing debates, quizzes, exhibitions and science cafés.

CIES ACTIVITIES

Being Born into Society: Exploring the Social Dimensions of Birth
Violeta Alarcão, Sónia Pintassilgo, Mariana Évora e Dulce Morgado Neves

In this scientific activity related to the theme of birth and organized by the nascer.pt laboratory, participants explored the social dimensions related to birth, such as cultural influence, public policies, gender roles and individual experiences, through interactive dynamics such as hands-on activities, quizzes, conversations and guided tours.
In the hands-on activities, participants were invited to create works of art (paintings, drawings or collages) related to the theme of birth to stimulate debate. The quizzes and talks featured games with questions related to birth, from the point of view of myths and facts about childbirth, prenatal care and the history of obstetrics.