Long Night of Sciences

Marie Burns brings science to life at the Max Delbrück Center, collaborating closely with researchers. She shares her journey and aspirations in the field of science communication in an interview for "We at MDC."

For one night only, we opened our doors to the interested public: On June 17th, 2023, visitors could visit tour laboratories, perform hands-on experiments, and explore connections between art and science. Here are some of the highlights.

We talked, explained, danced, experimented and told stories together: About 3000 visitors came to the Long Night of Science on July 2 at the Max Delbrück Center in Buch and in Mitte. A recap in pictures – and on the focus on science and art.

Why is it useful to fish in Berlin's sewage? What do Beethoven's locks of hair disclose? And what does cancer have to do with obesity? All of this will be discussed on July 2, 2022, when MDC researchers will open their laboratories during the Long Night. Another focus: science and art.

It’s nice that virtual events are now second nature to us. So this year, too, science enthusiasts won’t have to miss out on the “smartest night of the year.” On June 5, 2021, the MDC will offer a glimpse into its research – completely digitally.

You have missed the MDC's digital events held during Berlin Science Week? No worries, we recorded a few of this year's highlights. Enjoy watching them whenever you want.

It was tropical hot, it was exciting, and it was playful, funny and inspiring. For the Long Night of Science 2019, the MDC attracted its visitors for the first time not only to the Campus Buch, but also to the new research building in Mitte.

Anyone wishing to uncover the mysteries of life must explore the realm of molecules and genes. At the Long Night of the Sciences, visitors to the MDC will voyage through this fascinating cosmos in the company of experts.

The artist Emilia Tikka spent three months as a guest in the MDC labs to gather inspiration for her work “ÆON. Trajectories of Longevity and CRISPR.”

A permanent exhibition at the MDC gives insights into the past and present of microscopy. Short videos, accessible via QR codes, now provide more information about the devices.