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Science Exhibition

The Marine Institute’s science exhibition will include ‘The Wild Atlantic – What Lies Beneath,’ a series of immersive and interactive displays and exhibits inviting visitors to explore the marine world and engage with cutting-edge marine science.

 The Expo will showcase how we map, study, and protect our marine world.

 

The Marine Institute's Wild Atlantic – What Lies Beneath Expo: Event Highlights
  • Interactive Exhibits – Discover the hidden wonders of Ireland’s vast ocean territory, from coastal habitats to deep-sea ecosystems.
  • Fish Species of Irish Waters – Learn about the incredible biodiversity in Irish waters — from cod and mackerel to basking sharks — and how research supports sustainable fisheries.
  • RV Tom Crean Tours – Step aboard Ireland’s state-of-the-art national research vessel for the first time ever. Visitors will experience life at sea, explore scientific labs and equipment, and meet the crew and scientists conducting real-time ocean research. This will be open to the public from 12pm to 6.15pm on Friday 23 May and from 10am to 4.15pm on Saturday 24 May.
  • Explorers Education Programme – Hands-on learning activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of marine scientists and ocean advocates.
  • Marine Careers – Discover exciting career paths in marine science, ocean technology, and the broader blue economy. 

The science exhibition will be available from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday 23 May and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday 24 May.

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