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Research Ireland Curious Minds @CuriousMindSTEM

The Discover Primary Science and Maths programme is now Curious Minds, run by Research Ireland @researchirel. Formerly @sficuriousminds.

Joined June 2009
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🧪 Want to spark curiosity at home? RTÉ’s got a great list of fun, easy science experiments for kids! 🌱 No lab required—just imagination and a few household items. Perfect for ages 6–12! 🔍 🔗 rte.ie/learn/home-school-hub… #STEMAtHome #ScienceForKids #CuriousMinds
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🚀 STEM Book of the Week! Curious about black holes and space travel? Meet George in “George’s Secret Key to the Universe”—a wild, science-packed ride for ages 8–12! 🪐💡 #CuriousMinds #STEMBooks
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🌿 Nature is full of wonder—and it needs our help. This #WorldNatureConservationDay, let’s protect our forests, oceans, and wildlife through science, curiosity, and action. 🌍🧪🌱 Small steps. Big impact. #WorldNatureConservationDa #STEM #CuriousMinds
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Hey there racing enthusiasts🏎️Impress your friends and create your own spool racer by following along with this video from the Curious minds Awards Show!⭐ All the resources you need are in the video description: youtube.com/watch?v=Rj22jxDY…
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🌕 On this day in 1969, humans first walked on the Moon. A giant leap for mankind—and for curiosity. 🚀🌌 Here’s to exploration, science, and the mysteries still waiting on the lunar surface. #InternationalMoonDay #STEM #Apollo11 #CuriousMinds
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Check out how to make your very own paper helicopter from the Curious Minds Awards Show! 🚁✂️ Where will you fly yours to? 🤔 Free resources are available in the video description: youtube.com/watch?v=W4XivkZ3…
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Today is #WorldYouthSkillsDay!🌍 STEM skills are key to empowering children to innovate, think critically, and shape the future of a tech-driven world. Let's continue to invest in early STEM education for all🔬🧠💡 #CuriousMinds #STEMEducation
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Why not subscribe to the Curious Minds/ ESERO newsletter today to receive our latest news, updates, and activities? 📫 Sign up today so you don't miss out🔭⚙️ #CuriousMinds researchireland.ie/subscribe…
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Have you ever wondered what will happen if you pierce a bag of water with a pencil?✏️💧 Find out by watching our video from the Curious Minds Awards Show! 🎥 The resources to try it out for yourself are in the video description: youtube.com/watch?v=JUqPswKd…
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Did you miss this week's CPD course? No problem! We have online STEM courses running throughout the Summer🧩💻 🔗Link to register: sfi.ie/engagement/curious-mi…
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Our in-person interactive CPD course has kicked off this week at Airfield Estate, covering all things climate! 🌥️ Activities so far have included making an anemometer, a rocket, and investigating heat energy🚀🍃
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Research Ireland Curious Minds retweeted
Research Ireland@Researchirel
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Minister James Lawless has today announced that 397 primary schools across Ireland have won a Research Ireland @CuriousMindSTEM Award. The awards give recognition to schools for their dedication to curiosity-driven learning in #STEM disciplines. Read more: researchireland.ie/news/curi…
Pictured at Rathmore National School, Naas, Co. Kildare, were (left-right): Nina, Minister James Lawless TD, Fionn and Dr Ciarán Seoighe, Deputy CEO, Research Ireland.

ALT Pictured at Rathmore National School, Naas, Co. Kildare, were (left-right): Nina, Minister James Lawless TD, Fionn and Dr Ciarán Seoighe, Deputy CEO, Research Ireland.

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We will be celebrating our amazing Curious Minds Award winners during today’s fun-filled Award Ceremony🎉🥳 Tune in at @ 10am⏲️ @IrishResearch @philofscience @BleazerG #CuriousMinds #CuriousMindsAwards
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Reminder to teachers that our #EPV day approved Summer Courses are still open for registration💡🤩 Online and in person courses available here: sfi.ie/engagement/curious-mi… #CuriousMinds #SummerCourses #CPD
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🪴🌎Happy World Environment Day 🌎🪴 Celebrate on June 5th using our Research Ireland Curious Minds "Plants Need Heat to Grow" resource! #CuriousMinds #WorldEnvironmentDay
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The hosts of this years Curious Minds Ceremony are excited to celebrate all of the amazing schools who achieved their Curious Minds Award this year🥳 @simplyscienceie @philofscience @BleazerG #CuriousMindsSTEM #CuriousMindsAwards
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Helping teachers bring science and numeracy to life in junior classes by integrating fun and engaging learning across the curriculum 🤩🚀 Delivered online, this EPV day approved course can be taken anytime between July 1st and August 22nd: teachnet.ie/courses/teaching… @Esero_ie
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Explore how Dark Skies can inspire STEM learning, helping learners examine planets, stars, light pollution, and climate challenges in their own community ⭐🌒 Delivered online, this EPV day approved course can be taken between July 1st & August 22: ow.ly/z61t50VPUjY
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Discover creative ways to explore climate change through this engaging course designed for teachers🌱🗺️ Delivered online, this EPV day approved course can be taken anytime between July 1st and 25th: teachnet.ie/courses/stem-dis… @Esero_ie #CuriousMinds #ESERO
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Discover the scientific and natural heritage of your local area and explore ways to bring it into STEM teaching in your classroom🏛️🌎 This EPV day approved course is delivered online & can be taken anytime between July 1st and August 22nd: teachnet.ie/courses/scientif… @Esero_ie
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