Ask the Science Granny!
Intergenerational Research & Discovery
About the Project
Ask the Science Granny! is an initiative that encourages women aged 60 and above to explore their curiosity for science and share their knowledge with younger generations. Our goal is to promote interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects and overcome stereotypical roles.
Here, Science Grannies not only create and experience "Aha" moments but also become role models themselves, demonstrating that knowledge knows no age boundaries. Whether in exciting workshops in the lab, during exchanges with researchers at regular meet-ups, or later in shaping the project's future – the principle here is: Research connects, excites, and enriches across generations.
Who are the Science Grannies?
Any woman around the age of 60 or older can become a Science Granny, regardless of having grandchildren or not. No educational or scientific career background is required. What matters most are your life experience, curiosity, and the joy of learning and discovering with children?
Are you interested? – Join now!
Monthly get-togethers
At monthly Science Grandma get-togethers, you can gain exciting insights behind the scenes of research. Meet ISTA scientists and dive into current scientific topics with us. The get-togethers will also continue to serve as an open platform for exchange and co-creation for active and interested Science Grandmas. In a co-creative setting, we want to develop ideas and shape the future of the project, e.g., on the following topics: establishing the Science Grandma Association, developing new workshop formats, training new Science Grandmas, implementation in other federal states and internationally, financing models, partner institutions, networking, and much more!
For: Women aged 60+ and those interested in the project
Workshops
Join children at the VISTA Science Experience Center for exciting intergenerational workshops. The workshops are led by science educators from the VISTA team.
For: Women aged 60+ and elementary school-aged children
Research workshops
Lead research workshops for (children's) groups. We provide you with the experimental materials and training from VISTA.
The new dates for the Science Grandma training at ISTA will start in 2026. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed!
For: Women aged 60
What has happened so far in 2025 – The project in figures
In 2025, eight employed Science Grandmas have enthusiastically led around 70 research workshops in Horten, inspiring over 600 children with experiments.
Twelve intergenerational workshops on exciting topics have taken place at the ISTA Campus.
Public visibility: Through a lot of positive media coverage and a presence on social media, we are showing that older women can also understand and communicate science.
Event Venue
Our activities take place at the ISTA Campus in Klosterneuburg.
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Event Calendar
Find and book your next workshop or lecture through our Event Calendar.
Contact
Laura Sartori
connecting generations as the radiant face of the “Ask the Science Granny!” project, and boxing tango dancer with an education studies background. |
Science connects generations
