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Sci-TechKnoFest 2.0 (Science, Technology, Knowledge Festival) will be hosted by the National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (NIHERST) in partnership with its platinum sponsor, Shell T&T.
The predominantly virtual event is scheduled from March 21 to 27 with specific controlled in-person experiences carded to take place at various NALIS’ library locations nationwide.
The science festival, usually held biennially by Niherst, a statutory body under the Ministry of Education, uses exciting technology and innovative experiences to highlight the pivotal role of science in our everyday life.
Participants can look forward to Science, Technology, Research, Arts, Mathematics (STREAM) aligned science shows, demonstrations, popular entertainment and interactive workshops.
The festival is free of charge and caters to all ages.
The event virtual platform can be accessed via https://www.scitechknofest.org/
The in-person NIHERST/Shell Sci-TechKnoFest satellite locations will be conducted at the following NALIS locations:
Monday 21 – Sangre Grande Public Library
Tuesday 22 – Point Fortin Public Library
Wednesday 23 – Rio Claro Public Library
Thursday 24 – Couva Public Library
Friday 25 – Maloney Public Library
Saturday 26 – Scarborough Library Facility
The event is also supported by sliver sponsor, Telecommunications Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (TATT), bronze sponsors, Republic Bank, Trinidad and Tobago Television (TTT), Massy Foundation and the National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago (NGC).
Persons are invited to engage in our social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @NIHERST / YouTube: NIHERST Trinidad and Tobago or visit our website at www.niherst.gov.tt or email marketing@niherst.gov.tt for further details. 2022 marks the thirty-first year since the publication of the bimonthly magazine.
About NIHERST
NIHERST is a statutory body established in 1984 to promote science, technology and higher education in Trinidad and Tobago consistent with national development goals. Its current work focuses on the development of a more diversified, knowledge-driven economy, based on the ingenuity of our people and their ability to create, adapt and use science and technology for wealth generation and national development. Many of its programmes aim to strengthen the innovative, creative and entrepreneurial capabilities of the general population. NIHERST is also engaged in research, such as in foresight and innovation, to support economic diversification; promoting innovation and the commercialisation of technology in priority sectors; and building global partnerships.
Contact: NIHERST Marketing and Communications Department
Email: marketing@niherst.gov.tt