NI Science Festival presents Why Science?

This February, The Crescent is delighted to welcome NI Science Festival for a series of events and workshops as part of the 2026 programme.

Join Dr. Caoimhe Archibald, Northern Ireland’s Minister for the Economy, and Professor Helen McCarthy, the Executive’s first Chief Scientific and Technology Adviser, for a fireside chat on STEM, sharing their careers, experiences, and passion for science and innovation.

Chaired by Prof. Victoria Simms.

Event Partner: matrix.