Overview of Science Agora 2024

Science Agora 2024 was held with the theme, “Bound for the Future with Science”. This theme expressed the desire for each attendee to find a personal “compass to the future” by journeying through the diverse booths and sessions. The event offered a wide array of programs covering topics from accessible science to emerging technological advancements, fostering discussions on how we can build a future society shaped by science. The event took place on October 26-27, 2024, at the Telecom Center Building and the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan) in Tokyo.

Euglena Co., Ltd. Booth Overview

Theme: Calling Future Scientists: Exciting Euglena Experiments!
Dates: October 26 (Sat) - October 27 (Sun), 2024
Location: Telecom Center Building, 4th Floor, Open Space

At Science Agora, Euglena Co., Ltd. organized an interactive booth focused on inspiring young scientists through hands-on experiments with Euglena microalgae. Euglena Co., Ltd., which first succeeded in the world’s mass cultivation of Euglena in 2005, defines sustainability as “my happiness continues to coexist with someone’s happiness.” Guided by this philosophy, the company seeks to build a sustainable future grounded in science.

Program Highlights

Our booth featured interactive experiments and activities centered on observing and understanding Euglena, inviting participants of all ages to enjoy and learn from this small yet fascinating organism. The program highlighted that even the grandest goals can start with “small, familiar steps.” By exploring the potential of this tiny organism, participants gained insights into how science enables us to envision and realize a sustainable future.

Through these engaging activities, we conveyed our message about the joy and importance of taking small, science-based steps toward large-scale goals. It was an opportunity for visitors to experience firsthand the power of science in unlocking new possibilities for society’s future.

Conclusion

Euglena Co., Ltd. is proud to have contributed to Science Agora 2024, sharing the excitement of scientific discovery with the next generation. We look forward to furthering our mission by inspiring sustainable solutions and innovations through science.