Science and Games in Karlsruhe: Board Games as a Tool for Science Communication at TRIANGEL
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An evening where board games make science tangible
Science and Games brings together board game culture and science communication on September 22, 2026, at TRIANGEL at KIT. The evening is aimed at students, doctoral candidates, and researchers from all disciplines, opening the door to a unique event experience with game tables, presentations, and an open atmosphere.
When game mechanics meet research
At the center are modern board games that not only incorporate scientific topics but also make them experiential. Titles like Catan New Energies, e-Mission, Wingspan, or Terraforming Mars show how powerful board games can be as a tool for science communication. Those who take a seat here will experience not just a game night, but an event focused on exchange, perspective change, and joint discovery.
A format for the curious and game rounds with depth
The event relies on simultaneous game rounds, in which experienced players and researchers accompany individual tables. This ensures a quick start, even without prior knowledge. Personal games are welcome, and there are also games available for borrowing on site. This mix creates a vibrant event atmosphere where expertise, joy of play, and spontaneous conversations intertwine.
Hands-on science communication
The evening is complemented by a brief scientific presentation that deepens the view of board games as a medium for science communication. The Science Gaming project and other examples demonstrate how analog games can convey content from research, environment, and society in an engaging manner. For targeting the audience, the format is particularly strong: low-threshold, dialog-oriented, and at the same time content-based.
The venue: TRIANGEL as an open space for encounters
TRIANGEL Transfer | Culture | Space at Kronenplatz is understood as an Open Space at the intersection of science, business, and society. With a café, flexibly usable rooms, and an open program structure, the location provides the right setting for evenings where knowledge transfer does not remain abstract, but becomes a tangible event experience.
Conclusion: An evening of games with ideas and inspiration
Science and Games combines entertainment, research, and exchange into an evening with a special profile. Those who want to experience science playfully, accessibly, and communally will find the right appointment here. Mark your calendar for the free evening and join live.
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