Science on Stage Europe

05/08/2026

Is online banking still secure, or is it just a matter of time before quantum computers crack the RSA encryption algorithm behind it? 📱🔐

With the lesson plan ‘RSA: The Unbreakable Code?’, you can work with your students to find an answer to this question and show them how current research could shape the future of data security.
👉 Discover the material now for free on our website:
https://www.science-on-stage.eu/material/rsa-unbreakable-code

28/07/2026

What exactly is a qubit, and why is it so important for quantum computing?

The teaching unit “Simple Applications: Qubits in Action – Cracking Codes and Modelling Climate” (science-on-stage.eu/material/simple-applications-qubits-work-codebreaking-climate-modelling ) provides an answer and introduces students to real-world applications of quantum computers in an accessible way. The activity is suitable for learners aged 16+, requires no prior knowledge, and can be implemented in the classroom within approximately 90 minutes.

👉 Discover this and all other learning units from our new teaching resource “Quantum Computing in STEM Education”, available free of charge on our website.

27/07/2026

Explaining quantum entanglement with simple boxes? 📦

The teaching unit "Modelling Quantum Entanglement Using Boxes" shows how one of the most fascinating concepts in quantum mechanics can be illustrated using simple materials. Students work with boxes and (pictures of) pairs of shoes to explore how entangled systems can share information. The activity is suitable for learners aged 16+, requires no prior knowledge, and can be carried out in the classroom within 45–60 minutes.

👉 Discover this and all other learning units from our new teaching resource "Quantum Computing in STEM Education", available free of charge on our website: science-on-stage.eu/material/modelling-quantum-entanglement-using-boxes

24/07/2026

Time for the fourth and final video of our series, in which the people behind the project 'Quantum Computing in STEM Education' present the resulting teaching materials. Today, Marco Nicolini, another author of the resources, presents the unit 'Applications and Realisations'. Enjoy!
Curious about the materials? You can find them on our website – they’re free and ready to use straight away: https://www.science-on-stage.eu/quantumcomputing

22/07/2026

Many teachers across our network have already taken advantage of our Teacher Exchange programme to strengthen international partnerships, share ideas, and develop innovative STEM activities together. Maybe it's your turn next! 🌍🔬

Did you discover an inspiring project at the European Science on Stage festival? Or meet an international colleague you would like to collaborate with again?
With our Teacher Exchange programme, teachers from different countries can continue their exchange through school visits and joint project development. Science on Stage Europe offers travel support of up to €400 to help make these collaborations possible.
The goal: create an innovative STEM project together.
👉 Please note that funding is only available under specific eligibility criteria.
Find all details, eligibility criteria and application information on our website: https://www.science-on-stage.eu/teacher-exchange-and-joint-projects
We are looking forward to your application!

17/07/2026

And here is already the third video of the series, in which the people behind the project 'Quantum Computing in STEM Education' present the resulting teaching materials. Today, Sam Robbins, one of the authors of the materials, presents the unit 'The Supremacy of Quantum Algorithms' in more detail. Enjoy!
Curious about the materials? You can find them on our website – they’re free and ready to use straight away: https://www.science-on-stage.eu/quantumcomputing

15/07/2026

It may be summer, but our network is still actively promoting STEM education across Europe, even during the hot months of the year! 🌞 If you’d like to find out what’s going on in our 30+ member countries, why not take a look at our blog on our website: https://www.science-on-stage.eu/news

14/07/2026

The EU Code Week 2026 is coming! 🥳 Read more in this post ⬇️

EU Code Week 2026 is coming this October!

From 10 to 25 October, people across Europe will come together to celebrate coding, creativity and digital skills, and now is the perfect time to start planning your activity.

Whether you are a teacher, parent, community organiser, youth worker, company or first-time participant, EU Code Week is for everyone. You can run a classroom session, community workshop, coding club, tech talk, unplugged activity or volunteering initiative.

Explore how to get involved, access free resources and start planning your October activities today:

https://codeweek.eu/blog/eu-code-week-2026-start-planning/

10/07/2026

It’s time for the second video of the series, in which the people behind the project 'Quantum Computing in STEM Education' present the resulting teaching materials. Today: Selçuk Yusuf Arslan, one of the authors of the materials, on the unit 'From Bits to Quantum Leaps'. Enjoy!
Curious about the materials? You can find them on our website – they’re free and ready to use straight away: https://www.science-on-stage.eu/quantumcomputing

07/07/2026

What topics do the new teaching materials 'Quantum Computing in STEM Education' cover? In four videos, the people behind the project will present the teaching materials to you. Today, Jenny Schlüpmann, one of the project coordinators, kicks things off. She explains the contents of the unit 'Basic Concepts of Quantum Computing' in a little more detail. Enjoy!
Find the materials here: https://www.science-on-stage.eu/quantumcomputing