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OPEN DAYS – ECO-010, 51���� Campus
Date: 17th & 18th October 2024

The 2024 Open Days at the 51���� were a resounding success, showcasing the vibrant energy and excellence of the Physics Department.

A huge thank you to everyone from the Physics team who contributed to the event's success, inspiring future students and promoting the exciting opportunities available at UL:

Staff and Contributors:
Tofail Syed, Robert Lynch, Ian Clancy, Christophe Silien, Ning Liu, David Corcoran, Nanasaheb Thorat, PhD, FRSM, Ehtsham Ul-Haq, Pierre-André Cazade, Shayon Bhattacharya, Lauraine Howley, Maria Quinn, John Sweeney, Eamonn Campbell, Deirdre NiEidhin, David O'Brien, Aengus McGill, Thomas Keating, Eoghan Collins, Stephen Mullins, Robert Leahy, Niamh Terranova, Shay O Sullivan, Sarah Hanley, and Juliette Pinson.

Your collective efforts brought life to these Open Days and left a lasting impression on attendees.

📸 Check out snapshots from the event:

• UL Open Days News

We look forward to seeing the next generation of physics enthusiasts joining the 51����!

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ANNUAL HALLOWEEN EVENT – HOCUS POCUS, EDI FOCUS
Date: 31st October 2024

🎃 The Department of Physics, 51����, hosted a spook-tacular Halloween event that brought fun, laughter, and community spirit to life!

With eerie decorations, creative costumes, and activities like a Table Quiz, a Halloween Fancy Dress Competition, and, of course, delicious pizza, the event was a huge hit.

Congratulations to Team "The Schrödinger's Cats" for taking home the Table Quiz trophy!&�Բ�����;🏆

A massive thank you to:

• Lauraine Howley and Deirdre Ní Eidhin for organizing the Table Quiz and serving as Quiz Master
• John Sweeney, Dinesh Barnana, and Pierre-André Cazade for transforming the venue with their incredible Halloween-themed decorations

Your hard work and creativity made this event truly memorable and ensured the Halloween spirit was alive and well at UL.

Here’s to many more celebrations filled with fun, collaboration, and community! Until next year—Happy Haunting!&�Բ�����;🕸️🕷️

📸 Relive the moments:

• Website Highlights

SCIENCE WEEK 2024
Date: 10th–17th November 2024
Venue: The Milk Market, Limerick City

As part of Science Week 2024, the Department of Physics, 51����, proudly participated in the festival to inspire and engage with the community. Held at the bustling Milk Market in Limerick, our Physics Busking event was a highlight, drawing enthusiastic crowds eager to explore the wonders of physics and STEM.

This year’s Science Week focused on fostering curiosity and innovation, encouraging schools and educational institutions to organize STEM-related projects and competitions. Our event showcased engaging experiments, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities, promoting Science Communication and strengthening our EPE (Education and Public Engagement) efforts.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in organizing and participating in this fantastic event. Together, we brought science to life for the next generation of physicists and innovators!

📢 For more details, visit: .

Physics Departmental Meeting / Luncheon

Date:  17^th December 2024

Venue: The Terrace Café

To complete the annual year 2024, the Department of Physics had their department meeting, followed by luncheon at the Terrace Café. 
Professor Noel Buckley cited beautiful poetry, which set the tone for the Christmas season of goodwill.

Milford Seasonal Music Events

Date: December 2024

Venue: Milford Chapel

Throughout the Christmas holiday season, Milford Hospice have organised musical events to be held for the residents and their families.

On the 11th December, Lauraine Howley represented the physics department, joining the community choir in Milford chapel to sing O'Holy Night. Thanks Lauraine for spreading the Christmas cheer!