Science & Innovation - Embracing change is key

Imitation is frequently regarded as the sincerest form of flattery.

The BT Young Scientists’ & Technology Exhibition, which begins tomorrow in the RDS, can be particularly proud that it will be emulated this year in Tanzania, and other east African countries have sought guidance in establishing similar events.

The exhibition was the brainchild of two UCD physics researchers who got the idea from visiting “science fairs” in the United States. Aer Lingus sponsored the first Young Scientists’ Exhibition at the Mansion House, Dublin. The Taoiseach Seán Lemass opened the exhibition on January 5, 1965.