The Science and Innovation Weeks in the Canary Islands (SCIC26) will kick off next week, marking its twenty-second edition with a packed programme of around fifty free activities across the archipelago. Organised by the Ministry of Universities, Science and Innovation and the Canary Islands Agency for Research, Innovation and Information Society (ACIISI), the initiative involves more than 30 local R&D entities, including research centres, universities, and museums.
Running throughout November, the SCIC26 aims to enhance public understanding of science, foster a culture of innovation, and encourage young people’s interest in science across the islands. The schedule features a range of in-person events, alongside online activities.
In Lanzarote, highlights include the ‘Meet the Scientists of Timanfaya’ initiative at the Mancha Blanca Visitor Centre, and ‘Margarita Salas and DNA’ presented by Laberinto Narrativo. Workshops will also take place in local schools.
La Palma will focus on water resources with its GENESIS programme in schools, while Gran Canaria offers a host of events, including the ÍNSULA festival, visits to the Oceanic Platform of the Canary Islands (PLOCAN), and the Canary Museum.
On El Hierro, activities will showcase the natural value of the area through open days and trails at Finca Las Cancelitas. Fuerteventura will feature events at the Archaeological Museum of Betancuria and a regional forum on innovation.
Tenerife has various offerings, including visits to the Canary Astrophysics Institute and workshops on artificial intelligence. La Gomera and La Graciosa will also participate in regional training and outreach initiatives.
A notable inclusion is the ‘Meetings with Chemistry 2026’, featuring ten events discussing relevant issues with experts and fostering public engagement through discussions.
In addition to on-site activities, the programme includes workshops under CODECAN, promoting digital and technological skills through mixed and online sessions.
The SCIC26 also features a virtual space to enable participation from home, with interactive experiences from learning to use robotic telescopes to engaging in health discussions.
Detailed schedules and reservation information can be found on the official ACIISI website.
