What is Microexplorers?
MicroExplorers is a program that emerged from the Department of Biochemistry at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Through events at local schools and libraries, on campus, and in your home, kids, parents, and families have opportunities to explore phenomena at the micro-scale.
The program provides a starting point and materials for discovery-based science education for a diverse audience. We teach participants how to use microscopes to open up a new world around them, and in the process, they discover fundamental scientific principles. Participants nationwide can share their research and findings online.
Experiments at home with the whole family.
Your child will learn and enjoy science best when she can discuss her findings with you. As your child participates with you and observes your enthusiasm, positive attitudes toward science will be passed on! Through MicroExplorers you will find activities designed for whole family participation, with guidelines for various ages, that can be carried out at home. These activities are designed through collaboration with teachers and are extensively tested and optimized with children.
Live near Madison, WI? Sign up for an event!
Young scientists will delight in opportunities for guided exploration with our microscopes. See what's happening and sign up!
