The scientific fair at A Laxe attracted around 800 people, while another 650 participated in pre-registered activities. These included visits to Ecimat, boat trips, and the educational expedition to the Cíes Islands.
The program, running from Friday to Sunday, offered various ways to discover the work of CIM research groups and engage with marine science. Registered activities saw 30 people at the Vigo Campus, 30 on visits to Ecimat, and 100 on the school boat Nautilus trips on Friday. On Saturday, participation remained high, with 90 people visiting the Toralla scientific station and another 90 on outings in the Ría de Vigo aboard the Nautilus. The weekend concluded on Sunday with an expedition to the Cíes Islands involving 250 participants.
Ecimat allowed participants to tour its facilities and learn about ongoing scientific projects. The trips in the Ría de Vigo, under the slogan Embark with CIM on a campaign!, introduced fieldwork and oceanographic sampling techniques.
The expedition to the Cíes Islands, a new feature this year, offered a scientific perspective on this protected area, in collaboration with the Atlantic Islands of Galicia Maritime-Terrestrial National Park. CIM researchers and park professionals guided the tour.
The scientific fair at A Laxe drew 800 people with games, experiments, and interactive workshops, particularly aimed at families.
