Swansea University will open the doors to its algal biotechnology research facilities next week, on the afternoon of Tuesday, October 15.
Local residents and members of the public will be able to meet the scientific team developing bioenergy and other products from algae and also take a guided tour of the facilities located within the University’s Centre for Sustainable Aquatic Research (CSAR), College of Science.
There will be the chance to play ‘splat the algae’ at the computer modelling station, view microalgae under a microscope, and also see how a mini filtration rig works. The visit afternoon will be completed with an early evening reception of drinks and canapés.
The free event is being hosted by EnAlgae, a Strategic Initiative of the INTERREG IVB North West Europe programme, which is led by Swansea University. The project has received funding to reduce the region’s reliance on fossil fuels by developing sustainable algal bioenergy pathways.
Shaun Richardson, project coordinator of EnAlgae, said: “This is a great opportunity for people to come to our research facilities so they can see exactly what algal bioenergy research looks like.
“It’s an exciting field to work in and the outputs of our scientific team could well benefit all our lives in the future.
“Local residents and members of the public are invited to come along and ask any questions they may have.”
The event is free of charge, but places must be reserved at www.enalgaeopenday.eventbrite.co.uk.
Programme:
3.30-4.00 Registration/tea and coffee
4.00-4.20 Welcome and overview presentation
4.20-5.30 Tours and displays
5.30-5.45 Speech by Swansea University’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Richard B Davies
5.45-6.30 Drinks/canapés reception
For more information on EnAlgae visit www.enalgae.eu.
