Explore the World of Microbes with Researchers! ＜Miraikan＞

Visiting Research Lab: "Sustainable Biotechnology" Project

In this research lab, we are aiming to make our lives richer and more sustainable by harnessing the power of tiny, invisible microbes. Of particular interest are microbes that produce electricity, commonly known as "electricity generating bacteria." The researchers are working to develop various devices using these bacteria.

In this event, we will explore questions such as, "What are microbes? Where do they live, and what do they look like?" by observing and investigating them together with the lab's researchers. After the observation, you'll also get a chance to see the "Sustainable Biotechnology" project's research lab in person!

◆Event Flow　

• Let's observe through a microscope
• Take a peek into the research lab
  (Duration: Approximately 90 minutes)

◆Event Outline

• Date and time
  Sunday, May 14, 2023
  1st session: 10:30-12:00
  2nd session: 14:00-15:30
  The content of this event is the same for each event.
• Location
  3rd floor hub space, 4th floor "Sustainable Biotechnology" Project Laboratory
▶︎floor map
• Target Audience
  Those of fifth grade elementary school age and over
  If the child is in the fourth grade of elementary school or younger, a guardian must be present.
• Number of participants
  10 people each time
  
• How to participate
  [Advance application system] (lottery)
  Registration period is from April 21st, 2023 (Friday) 17:00 to May 3rd (Wednesday)
  Please apply with your Miraikan ID
  Login to Miraikan ID
  Miraikan ID new registration
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• Participation Fee
  Admission fee only
• Deaf and hard of hearing
  Subtitles are available at the venue. If you need it, please let us know on the day. Please contact us if you would like to know more, or if you would like any other assistance. We will discuss how to deal with this.

Precautions Up to 2 observers are permitted for each participant. Observers do not need to apply for a Miraikan ID. However, only participants can observe using the microscope and visit the research lab.



◆Precautions

• Registration for Miraikan ID is free.
• After registering for Miraikan ID, apply for the desired event from "Miraikan ID My Page" → "Limited Events".
• Up to 2 observers are permitted for each participant. Observers do not need to apply for a Miraikan ID. However, only participants can observe using the microscope and visit the research lab.
• This event may be canceled or postponed depending on the situation of the new coronavirus infection.

▶︎Learn more about the "Sustainable Biotechnology" Project