Night of Science: Materials Science for Everyone
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On January 22, 2026, immerse yourself in the captivating world of materials science at the Night of Science. Join and for engaging drop-in workshops that explore the mysteries of materials science and their impact on our daily lives. These workshops will be hosted at two convenient locations: the Central Library Oodi and the Väre building in Otaniemi, located right next to the metro station.
Bring the whole family and discover how new materials are designed to transform our everyday experiences. Make it a day of scientific discovery by hopping on the metro and participating in both events—and more!
is an annual block party for science and research. The program is made by many different organizations and actors and the multiple events offer science and research in many different forms. Explore the program . All events are free of charge!
Explore the future of materials science
Discover the amazing world of life-inspired materials from spider silk’s super strength to self-healing properties inspired by sea creatures. Come and see what material science is all about! Hands-on experiments and demonstrations are aimed at all ages.
The organizer: LIBER – Centre of Excellence in Life Inspired Hybrid Materials
Location: Helsinki Central Library Oodi’s children’s area (3rd floor), Töölönlahdenkatu 4
Biodegradation and polymers
Does your shopping bag break down in a compost? What connects wood and ice cream? Discover the secrets of everyday materials on the Night of Science: explore how their structure affects durability, properties, and biodegradability. Join the workshop with the whole family to learn how new materials are created and change our daily lives!
The organizer: FinnCERES Flagship
Location: Aalto University, Väre, Otaniementie 14