This event is in the past.It took place on April 11, 2026 at University of Michigan Museum of Natural History.




Step into a real cell or chat with a researcher who actually walks inside them. Scientist Spotlight brings University of Michigan scientists out of their labs for hands-on demos and conversations about their cutting-edge work.
Hands-on science
Family-friendly
Free event
Interactive demos
Tips
🔬"I walked inside a cell like on magic school bus"
🧬chat with scientists about their real research
👨👩👧good for upper elementary through adults
Free
Scientist Spotlight




Step into a real cell or chat with a researcher who actually walks inside them. Scientist Spotlight brings University of Michigan scientists out of their labs for hands-on demos and conversations about their cutting-edge work.
Hands-on science
Family-friendly
Free event
Interactive demos
Tips
🔬"I walked inside a cell like on magic school bus"
🧬chat with scientists about their real research
👨👩👧good for upper elementary through adults
Free
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