ERN25 – European Researchers’ Night 2025
On 26 September 2025, the European Researchers’ Night will be celebrated across the continent. It is expected to welcome over 1.5 million people of all ages into museums, universities and research institutions in 460 cities across 25 countries.
Also this year, the PICO project plays a key role in ERN activities.
PICO raises public awareness of fundamental and cutting-edge physics, demonstrating how discoveries in the field impact daily life. It also prioritises equity, diversity, inclusion, and gender equality across all events.
The European Researchers’ Night:
- shows how researchers’ work affects our daily lives
- brings research and researchers closer to the public, attracting over 1.5 million visitors across Europe and beyond each year
- promotes excellent research projects across Europe and beyond
- increases the interest of young people in science and research careers.
Additionally, PICO’s participation highlights how research contributes to societal challenges and the importance of fostering STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) skills. By focusing on diversity and inclusion, PICO aligns itself with the broader goals of ERN, which not only showcases research but also encourages a diverse range of people, especially young students, to explore careers in science.
