Science is Wonderful! brings the world of science, research and innovation to the wider public, and in particular to primary and secondary school pupils.

Since 2015 this annual science fair interactively showcases Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) research projects and innovations through hands-on experiments, science shows, games and fun, inspiring activities. The event has become the flagship event in Brussels to highlight EU-funded research - showcasing MSCA researchers and the impact their work has on citizens’ daily lives.

MSCA fellows and alumni are invited to present their research projects to approximately 5 000 young visitors over two days. The 2024 edition will take place in person in Brussels on 25 and 26 April 2024.

About the 2024 Science Fair

The 2024 science fair will offer excellent science engagement activities developed by researchers and projects supported by MSCA, addressing these primarily to teachers and pupils.

Your audience will consist mainly of classes of schoolchildren coming with their teachers, but also families with children, young adults and other citizens. With your help, organisers will offer them the chance to experience research hands-on, with exciting experiments that make research interesting and accessible.

Apply for the science fair

Your application has to be submitted by or involve at least one MSCA fellow or alum. If your project is chosen, you will be able to attend with another colleague, team member, coordinator or supervisor of your MSCA project.

Practical information

The European Commission will cover the travel, accommodation (up to 3 nights maximum) and meals throughout the course of the exhibition of maximum two people per booth, unless the activities proposed require the presence of additional people.

Selected exhibitors will need to be present during the full duration of the exhibition and a preparatory afternoon and networking event on 24 April 2024.