Project partner the Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry joined the Latvian Council of Science campaign to bring research closer to citizens.
The ZEST project was among the research initiatives showcased in Science Street, an open-air exhibition organised as part of the Science and Your Life: Notice and Understand! campaign, led by the Latvian Council of Science. The initiative aims to introduce the wider public to the work and impact of Latvian scientists participating in national research programme projects, such as ZEST and the team from the Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry (LSIWC), a member of the project’s consortium.
In an engaging twist, the ZEST project was exhibited at the beer bar “Kaķis Maisā”, managed by one of LSIWC’s researchers. This creative choice embodied the spirit of Science Street, taking science beyond the lab and into everyday spaces, inviting the public to experience research in an informal and relatable setting.
Science in motion: ZEST sparks curiosity across Europe
The exhibition forms part of a broader effort by the ZEST consortium to bring science to the streets and foster public engagement with sustainable innovation. While the work of scientists often goes unseen, it plays a vital role in shaping our daily lives: from developing new technologies that improve work efficiency, to enhancing safety, health, education, and environmental sustainability.
Through initiatives like this, ZEST continues to highlight how scientific collaboration can inspire curiosity, connection, and change in communities across Europe.
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