More than 1,000 pupils join science festival

More than 1,000 school pupils attended an annual science festival hosted by the University of Wolverhampton.

SciFest invited attendees to explore the world of Stem (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) at the university's city campus on Friday.

The festival involved free workshops, interactive science shows, hands-on experiments, games and drop-in activities, designed to bring science, technology, engineering and maths to life.

University staff from all faculties, including those in the creative industries and healthcare, showcased a wide range of Stem-related topics - from mathematics and biomedical science to pharmacy, forensic science, and life sciences.

Dr Martin Khechara, associate professor for engagement in Stem at the university, said: "We take people from schools all across our region to come and engage with businesses, academics, see fantastic science shows and experience science, technology, engineering and maths.

"SciFest is really important for students, because it could be that first spark of interest that later grows into a degree or a career. It shows people that university is for everyone, no matter who you are or where you come from."

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