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LONG NIGHT OF SCIENCE JENA

NOV 20, 2026 | 6 PM - MIDNIGHT

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At this point there is a review of the program for the Long Night of Sciences on 22.11.2024 in Jena. As soon as the planning has progressed further, the program for the next #LNDW will be published here. Thank you for your understanding.

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Laboratory tour

Guided tours through a laboratory of the "Nonlinear Optics" working group

Time

18:00 - 23:00 o'clock

Organizer

Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena and Institut für Optik und Quantenelektronik (IOQ)

Event type

Guidance

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A cold look at cryogenics

Experience cryogenic physics up close: We present our cryostat - a special device for experiments under extreme conditions.

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

Leibniz-Institut für Photonische Technologien e.V.

Event type

Information stand

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With the Coffee Computer: Discover Neural Networks and Reservoir Computing Through Play

Watch live as a cup of coffee turns into a computer! We'll show you in an entertaining way how neural networks and reservoir computing work by transmitting words into the coffee via a speaker and using the fascinating wave patterns.

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

Leibniz-Institut für Photonische Technologien e.V.

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Experiment

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ATHANA: How nanoparticles can combat dangerous fungal infections in a targeted and controlled manner

Time

18:00 - 23:59 o'clock

Organizer

InfectoGnostics Forschungscampus Jena e.V.

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AVATAR Transfer: Making Data Securely Usable

Dive into the AVATAR Transfer World to learn more about the project to anonymize patient data

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

InfectoGnostics Forschungscampus Jena e.V.

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Everything in miniature: Discover the world of GRIN lenses!

Dancing robots, glowing pudding and a look behind the scenes of state-of-the-art measurement technology. We invite children and families to take part in exciting experiments and great hands-on activities!

Time

18:00 - 23:59 o'clock

Organizer

Grintech GmbH

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Training and careers at Jenoptik - in Jena and far beyond

Göschwitz and city center: Together with the Jena Training Center (JBZ), our HR experts will show you how you can start your career at Jenoptik or take it to the next level.

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

JENOPTIK AG

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Information stand

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Have fun crafting and painting in the kids' area

Göschwitz: Young visitors can get creative with us. Our painting corner brings fun, variety or peace and quiet to the evening, while experiments provide fascinating insights into the world of optics.

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

JENOPTIK AG

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Light Control Using an Octupole Magnet

Learn how magnetic fields can be used to control light. Octupole magnets open up new possibilities for optical data processing.

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

Leibniz-Institut für Photonische Technologien e.V.

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Information stand

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Discover the fascinating world of thermal radiation!

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

Leibniz-Institut für Photonische Technologien e.V.

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Experiment

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Seeing and Understanding Climate Change

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

Thüringer Landesamt für Umwelt, Bergbau und Naturschutz

Event type

Experiment

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What happens at a landfill?

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

Thüringer Landesamt für Umwelt, Bergbau und Naturschutz

Event type

Information stand

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How Old Is Your Brain? From Brain Age to Menopause

How is brain age determined using an MRI, how does lifestyle affect it, and what does this have to do with menopause?

Time

18:00 - 24:00 o'clock

Organizer

Universitätsklinikum Jena

Event type

Lecture

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Plants and Insects as Natural Product Chemists

Plants and insects are an important source of new medicinal compounds. Their metabolic products are used to treat and alleviate diseases. We present plants, insects, and their medically significant compounds.

Time

18:00 - 22:00 o'clock

Organizer

Max-Planck-Institut für chemische Ökologie

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The Great Poison Contest: How Animals Neutralize Deadly Poisons

Many species have deadly defense mechanisms, but some animals are immune to toxins. Discover these resilient creatures and see how nature repeats itself. Also, explore the impact on history and art.

Time

18:00 - 22:00 o'clock

Organizer

Max-Planck-Institut für chemische Ökologie

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