“Doctor Demo’s Laboratory” is an engaging science show that uses captivating demonstrations led by the persona of Doctor Demo to explain complex scientific concepts, utilizing elements like balloons, soap, fire, and toys to elucidate principles like Newton’s laws, Bernoulli’s Principle, Archimedes’ Principle, and more, comprising around 35 to 40 demonstrations carefully sequenced to thread the concepts and maintain audience attention. Tailoring the approach and depth of explanation based on the audience’s age, the show aims to foster curiosity, observation skills, eradicate myths, and spark an interest in science careers, initially just conducted in physical locations such as schools, malls, theatres and public spaces, the show expanded its reach through a televised segment, reaching a broader audience, amid the pandemic. Virtual workshops and home-delivered experiment kits enabled children to participate from home, fostering hands-on learning and interaction with Doctor Demo.
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Julián Amorín: Breaking the Wall to Foster Scientific Curiosity
Julián Amorín, Director and Founder of Ciencia Sin Fronteras, an organization that creatively teaches science via engaging demonstrations. With a background in Biological Chemistry and certification in Biomedical Engineering, he is passionate about spreading scientific knowledge. Transitioning from conventional lectures, he identified the need for a more captivating approach to stimulate STEM interest,so he initiated “Dr. Demo’s Laboratory-Science Show” 25 years ago. Through captivating scientific demonstrations, he became the pioneer of science communication in Guatemala, impacting thousands of children, youth, and adults across the region through in-person, virtual, and televised presentations.
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