Some of the world’s leading innovators and scientists will gather at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg from September 15 to 17 for the International Science, Innovation and Technology exhibition (Insite).
The expo, hosted by the department of science and technology (DST), has attracted participation from around the globe and the theme for this year’s event will be the role of science, technology and innovation as key drivers of economic growth and development.
Complimentary tickets have been inserted into the Teacher to encourage educators and schools to pay a visit to the expo.
When you visit Insite, be sure not to miss the following attractions aimed at schools:
Tertiary education institutions
City & Guilds, a global leader in skills development, will profile its internationally recognised vocational qualifications at the event, while the University of South Africa will provide information on its courses.
There will be presentations by several German higher education and research institutions.
RWTH Robocup Player
Don’t miss the presentation by the Graz Institute of Technology in Germany in partnership with the University of Cape Town. The presentation will introduce the Rheinisch-Wesfalische Technische Hochschule (RWTH) humanoid robots. Their Zadeat BafanaBots that participated in the 2008 RoboCup robotic soccer world championships will showcase their skills at the Insite German Pavilion.
The mc² coffee shop
The coffee shop offers a creative and innovative response to the challenges facing mathematics education in South Africa through music.
Scifest Africa
SciFest Africa will present interactive demonstrations that show the science behind everyday things that are taken for granted. Household products such as bicarbonate of soda, vinegar, Coke bottles and water will be used in these demonstrations.
For more information on Insite contact Kristin Klose, director for communication, department of science and technology on 012 843 6785 or email [email protected] or log onto www.insitex.co.za