Starting in May, 400 free "SimplyNano" experiment kits on nanotechnology will be available for Thurgau secondary schools. Fascinating experiments are to get pupils excited about science and technology. Baumer supports the project as a partner.

The kits with 37 experiments on nanotechnology contain all the documents, chemicals and materials for science and technology lessons and enable independent experimentation and exploratory learning. The schools receive their own class sets with several suitcases and complete documentation. The project is already running successfully in eight cantons. 

Nano experiments with a wow effect
Nanotech is the science of very small particles for industrial use. Because of their special properties, nanomaterials are found in many technical materials but also in many everyday products such as cosmetics, textiles, paints or in medicine. With the risk-free and amazing experiments, the students discover, among other things, how baby diapers with "super absorbers" absorb extremely large amounts of liquid, why geckos with nano-structures on their feet can climb up walls, or how the "memory effect" works in metals, e.g. in braces. All experiments show the fascinating world of the smallest particles and at the same time present concrete applications in products and materials. 

Experiment courses and company insights for teachers
Practical experiments are designed to promote enthusiasm for science and technology and to increase young people's interest in technical professions. As preparation, half-day courses are held for teachers at companies. The nano experiments are carried out and the teaching professions and companies are also presented. The courses start in May and take place at Stadler Rail AG, Model AG, Baumer Electric AG and Bischofszeller Nahrungsmittel AG. In addition to technical knowledge, this also promotes the exchange of experience between teachers and companies and builds a bridge from schools to professional practice. 
 
Baumer supports the project
The "SimplyNano2" cases and the courses are free of charge for the schools. The project is supported by the Swiss government with 200,000 Swiss francs from the lottery fund. The remaining funds are financed by a broad sponsorship of companies, associations and foundations. Baumer supports this meaningful project wholeheartedly. In this way, the sensor specialist is making an active contribution to promoting the next generation of skilled workers in Switzerland. 

https://simplynano.ch