Science on Tap

Science, drinks and music: the combination you did not know you needed.

On Jan. 24 the University of Windsor hosted its first Science on Tap event of 2019 at the Alan Wildeman Centre for Creative Arts. These events are held approximately six times per year and are usually conducted in a format similar to TED Talks where the staff and students get up and present their research.

 

This time it was a little bit different. The university’s science department partnered with the School of Creative Arts to explore science through music, while still including local beer and wine like previous events.

Dr. Chris Houser who is a professor and Dean of Science at the University of Windsor hosted the event.

“The ultimate purpose is for you to become interested in our research and want to learn a little bit more,” said Houser.

The night was kicked off by Dr. Dan Mennill, who, with the help of music students presented his research on bird songs. Mennill’s presentation was followed by displays of music inspired by physics, artificial intelligence and climate change. Some of the presentations also included assistance from people attending the event.

At $10 per ticket Science on Tap is a way to enjoy a night out with friends while also learning something new in the process.