Microbiology Across Generations: Bringing Science to Lifelong Learners
In a series of engaging public lectures, SSM member Simona Huwiler has been making science accessible and relevant to older adults, oƯering indepth presentations on microbiology to audiences well beyond the traditional classroom. Her outreach efforts reflect a commitment to lifelong learning and public engagement with science.
Simona’s talks—each approximately 50 to 60 minutes long, followed by Q&A sessions—were delivered to a range of senior education programs across Switzerland and Liechtenstein:
- At the Senioren-Kolleg Liechtenstein, she presented to a group of retirees aged 60 and above, sparking curiosity and dialogue around microbial life and its impact on human health. Event link: https://www.senioren-kolleg.li/programm/detail/25252
- She gave a similar lecture at the Seniorenuniversität Winterthur, organized by BiAW, a program dedicated to continuing education for older adults. More info: https://www.biaw.ch/uvw/
- Additionally, Simona spoke at the Naturforschende Gesellschaft Schaffhausen, a scientific society known for its community-oriented events promoting natural sciences. https://www.sh-nat.ch/agenda
These events illustrate how scientific outreach can resonate across age groups, and how researchers like Simona play a key role in making microbiology not only understandable, but also inspiring, to the broader public.
