On October 20, a Science Slam event took place for the first time at Moscow City University.
The partners of the project include the Science Slam Association of Russia, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, and Vkontakte.
Five young scientists performed on the stage of the movie and concert hall at the MCU’s Institute of Humanities telling the audience about their research in a popular science format.
Students and lecturers of MCU presented the following topics:
The winner of the Science Slam was the speaker who received the warmest feedback from the audience. The victory went to Sofia Mannapova.
This victory gives her a chance to take part in the regional stage of the project. If she wins, she can participate in the All-Russian Science Slam.
The participants received diplomas and gifts from MCU. Ravil Rezakov, Head of the Department for Scientific Research and Development, awarded the winner a special prize from the hosts.
The photos from the event are available here.