HOW TO JOIN THE NETWORK
Joining the Science Gallery Network offers your institution the opportunity to inspire the next generation of science, art, and technology innovators.
Universities, Innovation Districts, Cultural and Knowledge Institutions or Foundations interested in establishing a Science Gallery either as a permanent dedicated space or programmatic partner.
To express your interest in joining the Science Gallery Network:
Review the benefits of the Science Gallery Network: Access the Network prospectus to understand the membership criteria and the benefits your institution can receive.
Prepare your submission: Draft a one-page statement outlining your institution's interest and suitability, signed by a senior leader from your organisation. The Science Gallery International team will discuss with your institution the membership option that best aligns with your institution’s goals.
Email your expression of interest to Sarah Durcan, Executive Director of Science Gallery International, at membership@sciencegallery.org.
Our Network Membership Brochure
WHY JOIN THE NETWORK?
Members of the Science Gallery Network reimagine what education looks like in the 21st century.
The challenges of our time can only be addressed through innovative thinking, the alignment of expertise across disciplines and borders, and the activation of future generations of artists, researchers and technology trailblazers.
Our vision is of a thriving, diverse, influential and interconnected network, serving its communities through facilitating multidisciplinary art-science practices, by shaping public discourse around their impact, and convening conversations that drive cultural change.
Our strength as a network lies in our members. Each member gallery is a place of disruptive creativity and collaboration, with emphasis on its local and youth communities.
Our initiatives are increasingly youth-led and centred. We are committed to empowering the next generation to tackle pressing global challenges with innovative thinking and open dialogue, bolstering their hope and resilience.
All Network members have exclusive access to Science Gallery tools and resources, state of the art technology and digital platforms; unique learning and knowledge exchange; peer support; mobility programmes, and much more – enabling a truly global learning experience for university faculty, students and researchers and the local community..
Attracting Students & Enhancing Student Experience
Student recruitment (10% of new entrants say that Science Gallery Dublin played a role in their choice to study at Trinity College Dublin)
Student skills development (e.g. by undertaking an interdisciplinary course of study through Science Gallery, employment programmes, intensive secondary school workshops, youth advisory committee members)
Opportunities for student mobility and exchanges
Strengthening interdisciplinary thinking (88% of University of Melbourne students said Science Gallery sharpened their ability to connect diverse ideas)
Cultivating Innovation Research, Collaboration and Outreach
Provides a platform for research by engaging researchers in programme development and stimulating transdisciplinary and collaborative research projects, locally and internationally through the Network
Activates researchers’ communication, confidence and leadership skills
Direct engagement with the public reshapes research questions and parameters, sharpening focus and enabling bolder ideas
Facilitates the collection of larger and more diverse data samples through research and experiments conducted in Science Gallery
Connects universities with an extensive network of young leaders and international thought leaders from the worlds of science, art, technology, design, engineering and medicine – the Science Gallery Leonardos.
Strengthening Profile, Reputation and International Recognition of the University
Extensive media coverage in leading and trend-shaping media
Exponential increase in online conversation and content generation
International exhibition touring
Association with other leading universities
Association with recognised world-leader in art-science public engagement
Heightened international standing and co-operation
Engaging Local Communities and Empowering Young People
Allows the public to engage in real research happening in the university in a relaxed, sociable environment
As a youth-focused brand, Science Gallery provides a channel to speak to 15-30 year olds about science in a non-academic and accessible way
Enables the university to connect with and build a community of scientific and creative people beyond its own
Provides a channel for the public to contribute to idea development, creating a sense of ownership and community connected to the university
Generating New Income, Corporate & Philanthropic Relationships
Provides a new, dynamic platform for corporate and alumni engagement
Provides access to new streams of private, philanthropic, institutional and government funding
Generates new earned income streams, broadening scope of commercial activities
Provides material evidence (both in terms of documentation and evaluation) of public outreach for corporate and specialised funders
Driving Cutting-Edge Conversations for a Changing World
Science Gallery takes part in major, global conversations about youth participation, skills and the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Science Gallery serves as a physical focus and catalyst for innovation, bringing a contemporary, networked, digitally engaged centre to the university campus
Science Gallery activates innovation districts, bringing together experts from many disciplines to undertake radically innovative projects.