Juggling Quadratics for Queens is coming to Leitrim as part of Science Week this November

Juggling Quadratics for Queens is coming to Leitrim as part of Science Week, where Mr Math Weeney will deliver in-person workshops in all-girls schools, where students can learn the skills of juggling, and study some of the science involved.

The 30th Science Week runs from November, 9–16 and 2025’s theme is ‘Then. Today. Tomorrow; and celebrates the past, present and future of science.

Minister for Further and Higher Education, James Lawless TD, this week announced €847,820 in funding to support 36 projects taking place nationwide as part of Science Week 2025 with the Leitrim project costing €6000. 

Science Week is coordinated by Research Ireland and celebrates science in our everyday lives with 14 festivals and hundreds of events taking place nationwide.

For Science Week 2025, Research Ireland is encouraging people to explore how science and research have shaped and improved the lives we live today, while also looking at the questions and challenges of tomorrow, and how insights from the past can influence our future decisions.

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Speaking at the launch, Minister Lawless said: “Science Week is now a key event across Ireland, connecting people with science through engaging activities. I am delighted to announce my department’s support for this year’s programme with over €847,000 in funding for 36 projects. Science shapes every minute of our daily lives, from protecting the environment to driving healthcare and technological innovation, and so much more besides. This year’s theme, ‘Then. Today. Tomorrow.’, invites us to reflect on past progress and future possibilities, and, above all, enjoy the experiences. I encourage everyone to get involved and attend one of the many events happening around the country this Science Week.”

Welcoming the launch of Science Week 2025, Director of Research for Society at Research Ireland, Dr Ruth Freeman, said: “For 30 years, Science Week has been sparking curiosity and bringing people together through science. Our anniversary theme of ‘Then. Today. Tomorrow.’ is a chance to both celebrate the endeavours of yesteryear that have brought us to where we are today, and to consider what may lie ahead for individuals, families, communities, Ireland, and the entire planet. We’re delighted to see such a wide range of events taking place across the country again this year. The success and appeal of Science Week is due primarily to the creativity and tireless work of local organisers and volunteers. I want to sincerely thank them for making Science Week such a vibrant, nationwide celebration.”