In the list below, Sponsoring organizations are listed first in recognition of their amazing support that makes this event possible. Please stop by their exhibits and thank them for their continued support. Following the sponsors, other exhibitors are listed in alphabetical order for ease of searching.
In addition to the digital version large maps will be posted at the front of the pavilion near the entrance and at the rear of the pavilion.
A number of demonstrations and shows will be presented throughout the day. Below you will see a short summary of each show, the show times and locations. All shows are free.
Guy Hansen and team will present the popular show “Chemistry is a Blast” at booth #330 at 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm. Kids and adults alike will see a series of balloons filled with different gases. Guess which ones will explode into a fireball when hit by a flame, held on a long stick and which ones will just go “pop”!
If you are interested in video games, plan to attend one of two sessions planned at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm in the Wool Room. Andy Harris teaches computer science and game programming at IUPUI, and is the author of multiple books on game development and computer programming. These talks do not expect any previous knowledge of computer programming or game development, and are appropriate for students and families. Topics will include Making a choose-your-own adventure game, Building a 2D arcade game in your web browser, and Creating a basic 3D game from scratch.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM “Antarctica – Personal Encounters with the White Continent”
This presentation combines the sights and scientific information from Mr. Lowery’s six trips to Antarctica. It presents the trips from the standpoint of a “tourist traveler” and incorporates some of the science of the region and its wildlife – sea birds, penguins, whales, seals, etc. Views of the land, ice, icebergs, glaciers, animals, research stations, etc. are combined with information about each stop on the trips.
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM “Penguins of Antarctica, The Falkland Islands, and South Georgia Island”
This presentation combines the sights and scientific information about penguins from Mr. Lowery’s six trips to Antarctica. It presents facts about penguins as well as personal experiences with the penguins and photographs and videos of the penguins he saw – 1.5 million on one of the trips and a total of several million on all trips combined. Views of the land, ice, icebergs, glaciers, research stations, etc. are combined with information about the penguins. Mr. Lowery will also make a short presentation about “Dynamic Soaring Used by the Seabirds of the Southern Ocean”.
Would you like to build your own battery or an electric engine? See Steve Wilson at Cummins Engine Booth # 418 at 12:30 pm to make your own battery or at 3:30 to build an electric engine using some cheap and commonly available tools to convert electrical energy into physical movement!
| Time | Location | Show or Session |
| 10:00 am – 11:00 am | Classroom | Game Development Session 1 |
| 10:00 am – 10:30 am | Booth #330 | Chemistry is a Blast |
| 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Classroom | Antarctica – Personal Encounters with the White Continent |
| 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm | Booth #330 | Chemistry is a Blast |
| 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm | Booth # 418 | Cummins Engine – Make your own battery |
| 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Classroom | Game Development Session 2 |
| 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Booth #330 | Chemistry is a Blast |
| 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm | Classroom | Penguins of Antarctica, The Falkland Islands, and South Georgia Island |
| 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm | Booth #418 | Cummins Engine – Build an electric motor |
| 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Booth #330 | Chemistry is a Blast |
{This area is for children 6 and under accompanied by an adult}
MSD Wayne Township Schools: Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township is a public school district located in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. It has 16,473 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1. We believe in public education delivered by the MSD of Wayne Township that provides personalized learning for each student with equity, civility, and inclusivity in a safe, nurturing environment supported by a highly effective staff and the Wayne Township Community.
Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites: The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites has a mission to serve as a catalyst for informal lifelong learning that connects the stories of real people, places and things. Their vision is to be the leader in informal lifelong learning that is recognized, sought-after and celebrated regionally, nationally and globally. They have a statewide museum network with 12 locations across Indiana. Here, we use our collection of artifacts (everything from mastodon bones to T.C. Steele paintings) and our state’s most culturally significant sites to tell larger stories around bigger themes. Whether you’re interested in art, architecture, history or science, we’ve got you covered. Come out and enjoy wide open spaces at our historic sites, explore three floors of fun at our downtown Indianapolis museum, and discover engaging online activities.
At the BoothPut your creative problem-solving skills to the test at the HRG booth! We plan to have a number of wind tubes where participants will invent/craft “flyers” to see who can fly the highest or hover the longest. Additionally, we plan to have a craft activity similar to our past element tiles where a tile can be designed and tie-died using markers and rubbing alcohol. The plan for these tiles is to incorporate them into a mosaic reflecting the “Invent!” booth theme.
We don’t accept the status quo. We ask “Why?” We work with our customers and employees to find new solutions. Since 1980, Heritage Research Group, our in-house R&D laboratory, has helped The Heritage Group companies, customers and partners evolve and adapt to an ever-changing marketplace by providing innovative products, processes and training. Our goal is to constantly improve the way our companies serve their customers and deliver solutions to address the myriad of challenges they face. We also create new technologies that fuel further business opportunities for The Heritage Group.
We will not have a booth this year but we have been an active sponsor of Celebrate Science Indiana for the past 12 years.
Corteva agriscience™ is the only major agriscience company completely dedicated to agriculture. By combining the strengths of DuPont Pioneer, DuPont Crop Protection and Dow AgroSciences, we’ve harnessed agriculture’s brightest minds and expertise gained over two centuries of scientific achievement.
We will not have a booth this year but we have been an active sponsor of Celebrate Science Indiana for the past 12 years.
Since 1885, the Indiana Academy of Science has supported the scientific research and science education of our state’s scientists and science students. It is one of the oldest scientific professional membership organizations in the United States, the only multidisciplinary scientific organization in the state of Indiana, and is dedicated to promoting scientific research, diffusing scientific information, improving education in the sciences, and encouraging communication and cooperation among scientists.
At the booth:main exhibit area will be a few tables with a TV, cummins signage
will also make a “classroom” area with 6-8 tables and a TV for activities during the dat
will also have a mini-excavator on display.
We create the power solutions people depend on. It’s what we’ve done for more than 100 years. That history makes us proud, but the future pulls us forward. Whether they plow fields, mine the earth or run data centers, our customers’ world is ever-changing. As a partner, we must be nimble in order to keep up and deliver the power and technology they demand. In the shuffle of work, consistent brand expression helps us all remain clear about who we are and what we stand for.
At the BoothExperiment 1. Geodes
Objective: The objective of this hands-on activity is to introduce participants, especially children and science enthusiasts, to the concept of geodes and the process of breaking them open to reveal the beautiful crystals inside. The activity aims to foster curiosity about geology and minerals while also providing an enjoyable and educational experience.
Chemistry of Geodes:
As participants explore the geodes and their crystals, you can introduce some basic chemistry concepts related to geology and mineral formation. Here’s how you can incorporate this aspect into the experiment:
1. Formation of Crystals: Explain that the crystals found inside geodes are minerals, and minerals have specific chemical compositions. Geodes often contain crystals of minerals such as quartz, amethyst, calcite, and celestite. Discuss the chemical composition of these minerals and how their atoms arrange themselves into the beautiful crystalline structures observed in geodes.
2. Mineral Identification: Encourage participants to try and identify the minerals they find based on their color, shape, and crystal structure. Provide them with information about the chemical composition of common geode minerals and how these minerals can vary in color due to trace elements or impurities.
3. Formation Process: Discuss the chemistry behind the formation of geodes. Explain that geodes typically form in sedimentary or volcanic rocks through a process called mineral precipitation. Water rich in dissolved minerals enters cavities or voids in the rock, and as the water evaporates or cools, the minerals crystallize out of solution, gradually filling the interior of the geode over millions of years.
4. Geode Colors: Discuss how different minerals contribute to the various colors seen in geodes. For example, iron impurities can give quartz crystals a purple color (amethyst), while calcite crystals can be clear or exhibit various colors due to other elements.
5. Safety and Chemistry: Emphasize that participants should handle the geodes with care, especially if they decide to wash their specimens at home. Some geodes may contain residual minerals or dust that could be harmful if ingested or inhaled. This is a great opportunity to introduce the importance of safety not only during the activity but also when handling minerals afterward.
By incorporating these chemistry-related aspects into the experiment, participants can gain a deeper understanding of the chemical processes that lead to the formation of geodes and the beautiful crystals they contain. It adds an educational dimension to the hands-on activity and encourages participants to appreciate the science behind the natural world.
Materials:
1. Geodes (small, unbroken ones)
2. Safety goggles for participants
3. Safety glasses for supervisors
4. Protective covering for the work area (e.g., tablecloth or newspaper)
5. Hammers or geode-cracking tools
6. Informational posters or handouts about geodes and how they are formed
Experiment Procedure:
1. Safety Precautions: Before starting, emphasize safety. Instruct participants to put on safety goggles and explain the importance of wearing them throughout the activity. Also, provide safety gloves and ensure adult supervision.
2. Introduction: Begin by introducing the concept of geodes. Explain that geodes are hollow rock formations that contain beautiful crystals inside. Mention how geodes are formed through various geological processes over millions of years.
3. Geode Selection: Provide participants with a variety of unbroken geodes to choose from. These can be different in size, shape, or color. Encourage them to inspect the exterior of the geodes and choose one that they find interesting.
4. Breaking the Geodes: Instruct participants to place their selected geode on the covered work area. They should wear safety goggles at all times during this step. Show them how to use a hammer or geode-cracking tool to carefully and gently tap the geode along its circumference. This will create a crack that allows them to open the geode and reveal the crystals inside.
5. Examination: After successfully cracking open their geodes, participants can use magnifying glasses to examine the crystals closely. Encourage them to describe the colors, shapes, and textures of the crystals they find.
6. Discussion: Engage participants in a discussion about what they’ve discovered. Ask questions such as:
• What types of crystals did you find inside your geode?
• How do you think these crystals formed?
• Are there any differences between the geodes that each participant cracked open?
• Why do you think geodes are often round or spherical in shape?
7. Display and Education: Set up a display area where participants can see examples of geodes and the different types of crystals found in them. Provide informational materials or posters about geodes and their formation, which can further educate participants about the topic.
8. Conclusion: Summarize the key points of the activity and encourage participants to take their geode specimens and newfound knowledge home with them.
Experiment #2: Plasma Ball
Objective: The objective of this hands-on activity is to introduce participants, especially students and science enthusiasts, to the concept of plasma, its properties, and the chemistry behind the formation of the colorful plasma patterns inside a Plasma Ball. The activity aims to foster an understanding of plasma as the fourth state of matter and its relevance in various scientific fields.
Materials:
1. Plasma Ball (also known as a Tesla Coil or Plasma Globe)
2. Safety goggles for participants (optional but recommended for close observation)
3. Display materials, such as informational posters or handouts about plasma and its chemistry
Experiment Procedure:
1. Introduction to Plasma: Begin by explaining that plasma is the fourth state of matter, distinct from solids, liquids, and gases. Describe its unique properties, such as conductivity and the ability to emit colorful light when excited.
2. Safety Precautions: Emphasize safety. Participants may not need safety goggles. Explain that while it’s generally safe, it can produce small electrical discharges, which can be uncomfortable if touched.
3. Operation of the Plasma Ball: Turn on the Plasma Ball and observe the beautiful, colorful patterns of light inside the glass sphere. Explain that these patterns are created by the interaction of electrons and gas molecules inside the ball.
4. Chemistry of Plasma: Discuss the chemistry involved in the creation of plasma patterns:
• The plasma ball contains a mixture of gases, usually neon or argon, at low pressure inside the glass sphere.
• When a high-frequency alternating current (AC) is applied to the electrode in the center of the sphere (the “tesla coil”), it creates a high-voltage electric field.
• The high voltage causes the electrons in the gas to become energized and gain energy.
• These energized electrons collide with gas molecules, causing the gas molecules to become ionized and turn into plasma.
• As the electrons move through the plasma, they emit photons of light, creating the colorful patterns seen in the plasma ball.
5. Discussion: Engage participants in a discussion about the various colors and patterns they observe in the plasma ball. Discuss the concept of ionization, excited electrons, and how similar principles apply in other areas of science and technology, such as fluorescent lights, neon signs, and fusion research.
6. Conclusion: Summarize the key points of the activity and encourage participants to explore further the science of plasma and its applications in fields like astrophysics, fusion energy research, and lighting technology.
By incorporating the chemistry of plasma into the experiment, participants can gain a better understanding of the scientific principles behind the fascinating phenomenon they observe in the Plasma Ball, connecting it to broader concepts in chemistry and physics.
Relevance to the Theme: Innovation and Inventions
Inventions relevant to Plasma or Tesla Coils:
1. Plasma Lamps and Art Installations: Artists and designers have incorporated plasma and Tesla coil technology into various installations and lamps, creating visually stunning and interactive artworks.
2. Plasma Cutting Machines: Plasma cutting technology utilizes high-temperature plasma arcs for precision cutting of materials like metals. This has applications in industries like metalworking and manufacturing.
3. Fusion Energy Research: While not an invention in itself, plasma physics research, including the study of controlled nuclear fusion using magnetic confinement (e.g., tokamaks), has seen significant advancements. These research efforts aim to harness plasma for clean and virtually limitless energy generation.
4. Plasma Medicine: Plasma-based medical devices have been developed for applications such as sterilization, wound healing, and cancer treatment. Cold atmospheric plasma technology shows promise in various medical fields.
5. Plasma Displays: Plasma display panels (PDPs) were widely used in flat-screen televisions and computer monitors before the rise of LED and LCD displays. While they are less common today, they were once a groundbreaking invention for high-quality displays.
6. Tesla Coils in Wireless Power Transmission: Nikola Tesla’s original invention, the Tesla coil, has inspired research into wireless power transmission. Some modern experiments explore wireless charging and power transmission technologies based on resonant inductive coupling, which owes some of its principles to Tesla’s work.
While geodes and plasma/Tesla coils themselves are not direct sources of inventions, they have influenced various fields of science, art, and technology. Scientists and enthusiasts continue to explore their unique properties and applications, leading to ongoing innovation and discovery.
What innovations are relevant to geodes and plasma or Tesla coil?
Innovations relevant to geodes and plasma or Tesla coils span various fields, including geology, materials science, electronics, and energy research. Here are some innovations and advancements related to these topics:
Innovations relevant to Geodes:
The Indiana Local Section of the American Chemical Society consists of approximately 1100 chemists. The section covers 44 counties across the central portion of Indiana. Our membership includes industrial chemists from several companies, academic chemists from numerous colleges and universities, and many retired chemists. The American Chemical Society (ACS) is the world’s largest scientific society and one of the world’s leading sources of authoritative scientific information. A nonprofit organization, chartered by Congress, ACS is at the forefront of the evolving worldwide chemical enterprise and the premier professional home for chemists, chemical engineers and related professions around the globe.
We will have interactive displays and activities on healthy behaviors to reduce cancer. We will have tables with covers/skirts, giveaways, some games, models, and displays.
Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center is the central hub for cancer research and education across Indiana University. Over the last three decades, our far-reaching discoveries have changed the way cancer is treated around the world. Our recent advances in genomics, immunotherapy, bioinformatics, and other sciences are transforming knowledge about cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, and survivorship. And when they’re not in the lab, our members are leading clinical trials, teaching medical students, and caring for thousands of adult and pediatric patients. Together with our partners at IU Health and our experts at IU School of Medicine, IU School of Nursing, Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, and others from across the university, we are accelerating life-saving cancer research.
At the Booth:Attendees who visit our booth will learn about DNA and will extract a sample of DNA from fresh strawberries which they will be able to take with them in an Eppendorf tube. They will enter their findings into a sample Citizen Science app and learn about other citizen science projects which they can contribute to.
Educators who visit our booth will learn about FieldScope which is an innovative map-based data collection and analysis platform managed by BSCS Science Learning. They will learn how to access online training/tools provided by BSCS Science Learning that they can use to teach their students how to analyze and interpret publicly available citizen science data. https://www.fieldscope.org/
Powering Citizen Science with FieldScope. FieldScope is an innovative map-based data collection and analysis platform managed by BSCS Science Learning. It supports citizen and community science projects and other initiatives with tools to collect data from dispersed geographic locations and to analyze trends, patterns and change over time, including the impact of interventions. FieldScope enables organizations, community members and learners to monitor and actively address issues, such as environmental and social challenges, that are concerning to them. It empowers participants in projects to use maps, graphs, and other visualization tools to make meaning of crowd-sourced datasets and turn data into stories that can be used in science communication and grassroots advocacy.
We will not have a booth this year but excited to be a new sponsor of Celebrate Science Indiana
In 1915, James A. Allison founded what would become the company that bears his name. Innovative Allison engineers, designers and manufacturers began building racecars, evolved to developing aircraft engines and then introduced the world to heavy-duty automatic transmissions.
Today, Allison Transmission is the largest designer, developer, manufacturer and distributor of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems in the world.
Because we’re focused on understanding and satisfying the needs of our customers, we’re constantly analyzing, refining and improving our products and their features. Rather than being content to rest on our past successes, Allison is driven by a true commitment to excellence without compromise that ensures our products are the highest quality available today. That’s why over 300 of the world’s leading commercial and military manufacturers specify Allison products for a wide variety of vehicles and vocational applications.
Explore why Allison has become the ‘automatic choice’ for customers around the world who expect the best. And find out how our technology has been perfected over the years to directly benefit you, the customer.
At the boothWe will be providing free STEM books for children. All children stopping by our exhibit will be encouraged to select one free STEM book (while supplies last). We will both be passing out and collecting gently used books for children in Indianapolis.
All children deserve to have books in their homes. Indy Book Project provides books to families through relationships with nonprofits, neighborhood centers, schools, and teachers. We’re on a mission to ensure all children in the Indianapolis area have access to books. We collect books from the community, then sort, box, and get them right back into the hands of children who need them most. We are always looking for partners who serve children in our area. Together, we can provide books for the children you serve.
At the Booth:
Today, SHPE makes a big impact. We’re the largest association in the nation for Hispanics in STEM. We meet each of our student and professional members where they are—offering effective training, mentorship, and programming for our vibrant community.
SHPE’s growth isn’t slowing down anytime soon. As we continue to expand our membership, programs, and partnerships, we’re guided by a clear mission, a bright vision, and the core values demonstrated by our founders.
At the Booth:The Diversity & Innovation Institute seeks to promote research and development of new technologies among health, science and engineering students, educators, and professionals as well as facilitating networking opportunities between students and professionals. This allows us to provide the guidance and resources needed to develop successful products and services. The Diversity & Innovation Institute values the importance of technological advancement as an essential factor for the continuous development and enhancement of humankind. Our vision is to develop a new generation of innovators that can confidently meet the challenges of today and the future. The Diversity & Innovation Institute aims to: 1. Provide opportunities for students interested in science, engineering and technology to conduct research and explore ways to enhance their creativity in a motivating, hands-on environment in areas vital to the professional development of Indiana citizens. 2. Conduct research to discover advanced treatments and innovative technologies to benefit the community at large. 3. Develop educational tools in the form of research training, summer camps, social networking, online tutorials, workshops and conferences to inspire young minds, and provide valuable skills. 4. Connect students with mentors, and develop pathways that seamlessly connect those who are disconnected or under-appreciated to employment.
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We will be demonstrating FPV quadcopters throughout the day, and leading young visitors through the building and testing of our FPG-9 foam plate glider model, as well as distributing literature about other projects that can be done by families at home!
The Academy provides leadership, organization, competition, communication, protection, representation, recognition, education and scientific/technical development to modelers. AMA is the world’s largest model aviation organization, representing a membership of more than 150,000 from every walk of life, income level and age group. The Academy of Model Aeronautics is a world-class association of modelers organized for the purpose of promotion, development, education, advancement, and safeguard of modeling activities. The Academy provides leadership, organization, competition, communication, protection, representation, recognition, education and scientific/technical development to modelers.
Come and see some images, a full-size silhouette of an Albatross, and talk to an Antarctica ambassador
Mr James Lowery of Birmingham, Alabama at our 2022 festival. Mr Lowery will be doing two hour-long presentations on his first-hand experiences from six trips to Antarctica, the Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island, and South America in January 2006, in December 2009, in December 2010, in 2012 (that time for a month on an icebreaker), in February 2018 (that time crossing the Antarctic Circle), and in February 2021. Both presentations will be in the classroom at the West end of the Elements Financial Pavilion at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. There will be directional signs as you enter Celebrate Science Indiana through the main doors of the Elements Financial Pavilion and signs at the entrances to the classroom. Mr Lowery will also have a booth in the Exhibit Hall so you can visit with him about his experiences when he is not presenting.
Learn to code. Take part in the hour long workshops in the Wool Room ( Introductory at 10:00, advanced class at 1:00)
Study with leaders in the field of computer science! Whether you’re a graduate student ready to pursue a Ph.D. or have just begun to explore computer science, you’ll benefit from the expert knowledge, hands-on learning, and groundbreaking research that make our department a vital and exciting learning community. Our programs are demanding but doable, taught by dedicated faculty who care about your growth and success. Committed to having real impact in their work and community, our graduates emerge armed with the technical proficiency, project management skills, communication expertise, and analytical abilities needed to develop working solutions for the computing challenges of today—and tomorrow.
Blocks Rock! activates brain development through competitive structured block playTM. Scientifically proven to aid in developing spatial ability and STEM skills. Suitable for ages 4 to 104. Expansions to the original tabletop game and using the same blocks are the advanced, free 3D app and the introductory Preschool STEM Cards.
Encourage a level of friendly competition or a fun opportunity to build together with Blocks Rock! Our game offers opportunities for STEM learning and positive feelings of achievement and pride.
Students can work opposite each other in fast-paced competition or teams can work together using our 3-D Companion App to build structures together. This is a perfect opportunity to encourage togetherness rather than solo play for soft starts, calm-down corners, or unstructured exploration time.
The exhibition will be done by 16 students in a class entitled Indianapolis Community Requirement. The students have develop four hands-on demonstrations that show the healing power of chemistry.
At Butler, students develop the knowledge to contribute to a number of scientific fields, build communication skills necessary to work with others, and hone problem solving skills that enable the pursuit of any number of career options, all while learning from some of the top faculty in the field.
Our graduates work as chemists in local and national companies, attend some of the top graduate programs in the chemical and biochemical sciences, study at some of the top medical, dental, and optometry schools in the country, and pursue areas outside of science such as law, sales, and education.
Come by the booth to experience the excitement of Chemistry. Be sure to visit one of the shows “Chemistry is a Blast” a 30 minute show scheduled at 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm
Chemistry is a Blast is an extremely popular program which includes dynamic, interactive chemistry demonstrations with audience participation. It is designed for grades K through 12.
Guy Hansen has starred in “Chemistry is a Blast” for many years at Celebrate Science Indiana. Hansen is a chemical engineer from Eli Lilly. “We do science education outreach all over the state of Indiana,” Hansen said. “We have a huge focus on STEM. That’s the future of our company and our nation.” Lilly’s “Chemistry Is a Blast!” presentations are 50% science class and 50% wow. During a one-hour program, our “blasters” execute exciting chemistry experiments with proper safety precautions and educate students on the scientific method as they observe and then participate. These programs are tailored based on the ages of the children (we offer programs for grades K-12) and the size of the audience. Lilly scientists provide the program free of charge to Indiana schools as a service to science education.
The booth will consist of a game to match different waste with the appropriate disposition of the waste. The disposition options will be on a plastic cloth on the table. Booth volunteers will be behind the table running the game. The second table will be used for game support items and giveaways.
CIRCULAR INDIANA is focused on education and advocacy to strengthen the circular economy. Indiana is ready to leverage our unique strengths—manufacturing industry, transportation network, and geographic position—to eliminate waste, create jobs, and strengthen supply chains with benefits for all. Circular Indiana is here to lead the transformation. WHY CIRCULAR? Many challenges exist in our current linear system of take, make, waste, and dispose. The circular economy eliminates waste, captures resources, and restores nature. It functions to keep products and materials in use longer to improve the efficiency and productivity of our resources. Circular systems employ reuse, sharing, repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing AND recycling to create a continuous system. Recycling is an important part of the circular economy, but we also need to go beyond recycling. By rethinking our relationship with materials, we can redistribute the responsibility for managing waste to create a more resilient future.
Deeply Ingrained will be providing hands on woodworking crafts and displaying our mobile Woodshop on Wheels
Deeply Ingrained, Inc. (Socially Distant Woodworking-SDWW) is committed to providing opportunities that encourage creativity, learning and development through woodworking in the Indianapolis community. Each month we produce and distribute a unique woodworking project in our community at no charge. Public distribution of these projects takes place at several locations in the Indianapolis area. Follow SDWW on social media or subscribe to our newsletter for distribution details.
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Donate Life Indiana is the state-authorized nonprofit organization responsible for managing the Indiana organ donor registry. Our mission is to save lives by creating opportunities for all Indiana citizens to register to become organ and tissue donors while striving to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation and transplantation through public education.
Weather permitting, live viewing of the annular solar eclipse. Otherwise, we will broadcast a live stream from the west coast. Additional activities include making a personal and safe solar viewer.
DNA Bead Bracelets – Kids will make bracelets, with small beads, that match their DNA using their first or last name.
Our Mission: To enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. It’s more than just something that fills our days. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our work has a purpose. Our work requires passion and creates meaningful outcomes. Our work matters. We’re sharing our expertise and technological advancements with customers, helping them make the world a better place – whether they’re discovering a cure for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our people share a common set of values – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement. We work together to accelerate research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics, drive innovation and increase laboratory productivity. Each one of us contributes to our Mission every day.
We will provide a variety of hands-on activities that will highlight some of our new STEM Girl Scout badges.
We Are Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. Our Mission: Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scout Promise: On my honor, I will try: To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law. Girl Scouts of Central Indiana has worked alongside festival organizers to create a special commemorative event patch that you can earn by simply participating in a few activity booths.
Heritage Environmental Services is in the business of eliminating industrial waste and we have been making a difference for our clients since our beginning in the 1970’s. Before the environmental movement existed, before the advertising campaigns and calls for action to clean up waste in America, we were already on the job. As a family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis, we take pride in solving complex problems by offering a wide array of tailored solutions, from waste disposal, on-site support, and technical solutions to emergency response, and sustainability services.
Indiana Woods on Wheels is a traveling interactive exhibit that provides information about the Hoosier state’s most renewable resource, our forests. Visitors will feel as if they have been transported to the woods as soon as they enter—the interactive displays will immerse the senses while covering key topics in forestry. Navigating through the exhibit takes visitors from learning about the benefits of forest management and how it supports Indiana’s native wildlife to the history of Indiana’s forests and the many industries that rely on our magnificent hardwoods to produce the products we all know and love.
The mission of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources is to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana’s citizens through professional leadership, management, and education.
To satisfy such a broad and diverse responsibility, the Department is divided into two distinct areas of responsibility: the Regulatory Management Team; and, the Land Management Team. The Regulatory Management Team consists of the Divisions of Water; Entomology and Plant Pathology; Historic Preservation and Archaeology; Reclamation; and Oil and Gas. Outdoor recreation and land management programs are housed within the Land Management Team. That unit consists of State Parks; Nature Preserves; Land Acquisition; Fish and Wildlife; Outdoor Recreation and Forestry.
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The mission of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources is to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana’s citizens through professional leadership, management, and education.
To satisfy such a broad and diverse responsibility, the Department is divided into two distinct areas of responsibility: the Regulatory Management Team; and, the Land Management Team. The Regulatory Management Team consists of the Divisions of Water; Entomology and Plant Pathology; Historic Preservation and Archaeology; Reclamation; and Oil and Gas. Outdoor recreation and land management programs are housed within the Land Management Team. That unit consists of State Parks; Nature Preserves; Land Acquisition; Fish and Wildlife; Outdoor Recreation and Forestry.
IDOHL booth will have glo germ to demonstrate proper handwashing techniques, fomite plates to see what grows on common surfaces, design a germ coloring pages, a section with willemite and vaseline glass and information about radiation, and then giveaways and pamphlets. In addition, multiple vaccines will be offered to the public at no charge.
Based upon availability, it is anticipated that the following vaccines will be offered:
Covid 19
Influenza (Flulaval, Flublock, High Dose)
Dtap
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
HPV
Meningococcal (MCV-4/Menquadfi)
Meningitis B (Bexsero / Trumenba)
MMR
MMRV
Pneumonia (PCV 20)
Prevnar 13
Polio
Shingles
Tdap
Varicella
The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) maintains the Laboratory Services Commission for the support of State Public Health, Environmental and Food Protection programs. The Laboratory Services Commission provide specific, high quality, and necessary laboratory tests, test data, and test interpretations to federal, state, and local health, environmental, and food protection programs. The data from these tests is required for effective and efficient detection and response to public health, environmental and food protection emergencies and for surveillance and detection of communicable diseases, environmental hazards and their health effects, and food contaminations and their health effects.
Genetic counselors are health care professionals who provide individuals and families information regarding the nature, inheritance, and implications of genetic conditions to help them make informed medical and personal decisions.
The Indiana Network of Genetic Counselors (INGC) was founded in 1995 and represents genetic counselors from across the state. The mission of the INGC is to encourage professional growth, provide support for its members, and promote the genetic counseling profession. The INGC works to achieve these goals by maintaining a system of communication among genetic counselors, acting as a resource to the community, and mentoring genetic counseling students.
Visit our booth to learn more about genetic counseling!
The Indiana Network of Genetic Counselors (INGC) was founded in 1995 and represents genetic counselors from across the state. The mission of the INGC is to encourage professional growth, provide support for its members, and promote the genetic counseling profession. The INGC works to achieve these goals by maintaining a system of communication among genetic counselors, acting as a resource to the community, and mentoring genetic counseling students. Genetic counselors are health care professionals who provide individuals and families information regarding the nature, inheritance, and implications of genetic conditions to help them make informed medical and personal decisions.
If you like animals stop by the Indianapolis Zoo booth. Participants will explore animal topics using a variety of artifacts and hands-on activities.
The Indianapolis Zoo empowers people and communities, both locally and globally, to advance animal conservation. We believe in a world where nature and people thrive. We are one team, we work together to accomplish remarkable things. We care. We care for each other, our animals, our guests, our community and our business. We welcome everyone, we actively fpster an environment of inclusion and understanding, and do not tolerate hate or racism in any orm. We have integrity, We accomplish our mission with honesty and transparency. We strive for excellent. Wee will foster a culture or continuous improvement in all we do.
Come and interact with a number of farm animals in a safe environment.
From the food you eat, to the fuel you put in your car, farming is a part of your daily life. When you visit the Glass Barn you’ll learn how agriculture benefits our state and get to know local farm families through interactive games and exhibits.
Our doors are open to the public each August during the Indiana State Fair and to classroom field trips year-round.
In front of the Expo Hall, you can take a short tour of a Hybrid Diesel Bus used by IndyGo.
As the largest public transportation provider in the state of Indiana, IndyGo is committed to expanding mobility options to improve connectivity with the company’s mission, vision, and goals outlined in the 10-year strategic plan. Over the next few years, IndyGo will continue to identify how to increase accessibility with the active involvement of IndyGo leadership and the guidance of the seven board members.
With the implementation of service improvements and other innovative projects, IndyGo’s ridership is growing. In 2019, fixed route ridership was 9,244,855 – a 4.9% increase from 2018.
See a concrete a mixer truck up close. We will be making concrete with everyone and passing out backpacks and plastic hard hats. We will be showing a video and running a tabletop crusher.
Irving Materials, Inc. is a building materials supplier operating throughout the midwest and the southern U.S. We produce and deliver ready mix concrete in Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, southwestern Ohio, southeastern Illinois, and northern Alabama. We mine and crush aggregates throughout Indiana. This includes stone, sand, and gravel.
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The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine faculty are internationally recognized pathologists and scientists and make up an outstanding team of educators dedicated to teaching laboratory medicine. Faculty in this department participate in the medical education of students at all levels of study—undergraduates seeking associate or bachelor degrees in clinical laboratory science, cytotechnology or histotechnology; graduate students seeking PhD in experimental pathology or MS-level training as pathologists’ assistant; medical students; residents; and post-graduate-level trainees and fellows.
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CATALYST stands for Chemistry Advancement, Training, and Academic Leadership for Young Scientists. It is an organization of graduate students in the Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department at IUPUI, as well as an official ACS chapter. CATALYST attempts to form a sense of unity and comradery among the students in the Department of C&CB who are pursuing a post-Baccalaureate degree.
We will be doing a PTC tasting, genetics, and hypothesis testing demonstration. Visitors will learn about dominant/recessive genetic relationships, the sense of gustation, the anatomy of the tongue/taste buds, and using a Chi-square test to test the hypothesis if CSI tasters fit the expected frequency of PTC tasters in the USA (about 70%). Visitors will also taste PTC and control strips (non-toxic and not a known allergen), and we will collect anonymous data for each participant and analyze the data at the top of each hour. We will also have anatomical models, informational materials, and give-aways (club stickers, candy/fruit gummies, coloring sheets).
We are an organization that provides opportunities for our members to network with other members as well as science professionals. We host plant sales, professional outings, and social events around Indianapolis every year. To get involved with Biology Club sign up for our listserv and add us on social media to stay up to date on all of our events!
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Study chemistry where world-class research and teaching intersect. As a student in the chemistry and chemical biology department, you’ll have opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll attend classes on Indiana’s largest health and life sciences campus. Study with some of the nation’s leading chemistry experts. And perform cutting-edge research alongside faculty committed to changing the world. We offer undergraduate and graduate programs suited to a variety of goals, whether you’re getting ready for a career in academia, preparing for medical school, or looking forward to working as a professional chemist.
Part: One
Handwriting: Participants will compare 3 handwritten samples to 1 control sample. They will then write down their analysis on a data collection sheet.
Part Two:
Chemistry: Participants will test 3 different white powders (Baking Soda, Corn Starch, Powdered Sugar) with vinegar. They will then observe and record their data on a data collection sheet.
Get a comprehensive education in the life sciences. As a diverse community of biologists, we’ll prepare you to pursue your passions in the vast world of life sciences. Our undergraduate and graduate programs are taught by renowned faculty in an interactive learning environment. You’ll benefit from innovative teaching, unparalleled research, and peer-led mentoring. We offer many options for research, study abroad, internships, and leadership experiences in Indianapolis and across the globe. In class, you’ll test molecules that may lead to treatments for diseases such as cystic fibrosis. In research labs, you can explore areas such as Down syndrome or genetics of forensically important insects. We partner with medical leaders including the IU School of Medicine and local hospitals. You’ll emerge as a well-rounded scientist prepared to solve the problems of the future.
We will be conducting an Elephant Toothpaste experiment for kids that come to our table.
Researchers around the world rely on our tools, services and expertise to do their best science — from familiar experiments to novel approaches. Our presence extends well beyond the labs as our innovations touch individuals around the world. Together, we impact life and health with science.
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The mission of the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE) is to build an eminent cadre of successful diverse global leaders in STEM and advance their professional endeavors by adding value to their academic, development, leadership, and philanthropic endeavors throughout the life-cycle of their careers. To that end we have established educational partnerships with school districts, municipalities, businesses, universities, and other organizations in the public and private sectors to provide and support local, regional, national, and global programs that assist people of color in fully realizing their potential in academic, professional, and entrepreneurial pursuits in chemistry, chemical engineering, and allied fields. e embrace professional development that takes our students from the classroom to the corner office. Our goal is to make an impact in the following areas: K-12 STEM Education, University/College Student Development and Advancement, and Professional Development and Advancement.
The National Weather Service will have hands-on activities related to weather phenomena, including tornadoes. NWS meteorologists will be available to answer all your weather questions. Weather stickers, activity sheets and cloud charts will be available for the kids while weather safety information will be available for the adults. Teachers can stop by and pick up a guide to conducting weather experiments.
The National Weather Service mission is to provide weather, water and climate data, forecasts, warnings, and impact-based decision support services for the protection of life and property and enhancement of the national economy. Their vision is to provide A Weather-Ready Nation and a society that is prepared for and responds to weather, water, and climate-dependent events.
Retired Purdue faculty share interesting science activities
This hands-on experiment allows students to make their own bioplastics, plastics made from biological materials. We will use corn starch, water, vegetable oil, and a microwave to form miniature plastic toys. This experiment shows students how plants can be used to make more environmentally friendly plastics!
Rose-Hulman awarded the nation’s first chemical engineering degree back in 1889 and has been educating the world’s best chemical engineering professionals ever since. Our career placement rate is always near 100 percent and our graduates go on to great jobs at companies such as Anheuser Busch, Archer Daniels Midland, Cook Medical, Frito Lay, Koch Industries and Eli Lilly.
Superior STEAM 4H club will be demoing some of our innovating inventions. It is a hands-on interactive demo where the community would be able to drive metal robots to accomplish activities, problem solve by programming LEGO robots to complete missions, design & create their own customized button, spend time in the educational world of Osmo & participate in a cup stacking challenge.
Superior STEAM was founded in 2019 to give kids the opportunity to learn personal and technical skills through the FIRST Robotics programs and other hands-on STEAM related lessons and activities.
In this activity, learners assemble a toy robot that has the ability to scribble on a sheet of paper. Visitors will learn how an eccentric motor causes vibration by building one out of K’Nex, then create a Scribble Bot that uses that principle to draw.
Materials/Props:
• Markers
• Electric toothbrush handles
• 6” plastic tubes
• K’Nex motors with short blue pieces
• Circular K’Nex connector pieces
• Paper
• Rubber bands
• Green trays
• Spare AA batteries
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is the world’s largest children’s museum and is committed to creating extraordinary family learning experiences across the arts, sciences, and humanities that have the power to transform the lives of children and families. I t is our vision to be recognized as the global leader among all museums and cultural institutions serving children and families. We believe in preserving the legacy of the museum by/through Promoting Family Learning, Providing Value to Our Community, State, Nation and the World, Valuing People, and Pursuing Excellence Always.
Binary Coding with bracelets and Building a Plane with popsicle sticks.
Women & Hi Tech exists to change the landscape of women represented in STEM to be equally inclusive to all. To achieve our goal, we work to connect female STEM professionals with each other and our community in Indiana. Our members and sponsors represent a wide array of STEM fields, including life sciences, accounting, engineering, psychology, statistics, and information technology. They work as engineers, analysts, scientists, business developers, marketers, educators, and more.
It takes boldness, curiosity, and diligence to pursue studies and a career in STEM, regardless of your gender. However, there’s also no denying that these industries have long been male-dominated. That’s not because the people in them don’t want change; it’s because organizations like Women & Hi Tech need support to make that change happen. From guiding young women through some of their first experiments to recognizing industry-leading expertise at our premier, biennial Leading Light Awards, the support system and networking opportunities Women & Hi Tech provide engage both female STEM professionals and girls who aspire and/or pursue STEM careers.
Attendees will be able to make some goofy putty (slime) and take it with them in a small plastic cup. They will learn about the chemical change occurring which transforms washable school glue into goofy putty. They will learn about the You Be The Chemist Challenge, meet the winners of the 2022-23 YBTC National Challenge and get information about how they can participate in 2023-24 which is the 20th year of the YBTC challenge.
2023 winners of the “You Be The Chemist” National Challenge. The team members from Carmel and Creekside Middle schools earned a trophy and scholarships after wowing the panel of industry judges at the National Challenge.
