Science for all: Volkswagen helps phaeno Science Center to launch new communication formats linking scientists and audience

Presenting postgraduates from Lower Saxon research institutions and their work from December 12 onwards, the jointly developed program „Meet the Scientist” is going to await phaeno visitors on the second Sunday of every month. As part of the exhibition, young scientists invite guests to learn more about latest research findings and discuss the results at a dedicated research lounge during a whole museum day.

The monthly „Science Talks“ provide experts with the chance to inform about new science and technology research topics. The premiere takes place on December 7 at 7.30 p.m. in the phaeno science theatre, where Nikolai Ardey, Head of Volkswagen Group Innovation, Prof. Dr. Markus Maurer from the Institute of Control Engineering at Technische Universität Braunschweig and Alexandra König, specialist for transportation systems at the German Aerospace Center are going to discuss the latest views on autonomous driving. Hosted by Michel Junge, Director of phaeno, and also broadcasted via online stream, the talk will also enable guests to ask the experts their questions.

Adding this collaboration to the array of activities enhancing the communication between experts and public in the fields of culture, science and education and improving a broad access to crucial research findings, Benita von Maltzahn, Head of Cultural Engagement at Volkswagen, underlines: “With ‘Science for all’ we have a common goal, that we pursue in close cooperation with the phaeno Science Center and research institutions at Volkswagen’s home in the Wolfsburg region. Sharing knowledge with people is vital for mutual understanding and fostering solidarity in our life.”