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60 University of Bremen - meerMINT https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1 STEM Cluster, Collaborative Project, meerMINT en University of Bremen Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:43:18 +0200 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:43:18 +0200 University of Bremen content-733115 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:04:17 +0200 What is meerMINT? https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733115 meerMINT is one of <a class="external-link" href="https://www.bildung-forschung.digital/digitalezukunft/de/bildung/mint/mint-cluster/vorstellung-die-mint-cluster/vorstellung-die-mint-cluster_node.html" title="mehr Informationen zu den Clustern" target="_blank">73 STEM clusters</a> that have been funded since 2020 by the former Federal Ministry of Education and Research. The goal of the meerMINT collaborative project is to bring STEM to life for children and teens between the ages of 10 and 16 in Bremen and Bremerhaven. We offer free activities where you can experiment, tinker, and have fun. We’ll make cosmetics with you, go out into nature and examine it with a digital microscope, program robots, or build cool things with a laser cutter. Unfortunately, funding for meerMINT has expired, and we are currently unable to offer any new activities. Should this change in the future, we’ll let you know right away here. Content content-733121 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:11:53 +0200 How and where can I participate? https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733121 At our two locations—known as the meerMINT Docks—we offer a wide variety of programs for different age groups. These include one-time events on specific topics, regular meetings, and a constantly changing lineup of workshops and vacation programs. We also regularly hold events at other locations and in collaboration with various <a class="internal-link" href="t3://page?uid=76886">partners</a>. Content content-733130 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:22:43 +0200 Current Events https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733130 Unfortunately, due to a lack of funding, we are unable to offer any programs at this time. Content content-733131 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:23:20 +0200 Experiments to Try at Home https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733131 Here you'll find a variety of experiments that you can try out using simple materials. Have fun browsing and experimenting! Content content-733133 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:29:46 +0200 The Consortium Partners https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733133 We are a strong team with a wide range of strengths and skills, and in this way we contribute to the project's success. Content content-733123 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:13:00 +0200 Dock Nord / Constructor Space https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733123 Dock Nord is just as diverse as its location—the Constructor University campus. The university’s international students offer insights into the fascinating world of mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and technology. Together, they tinker, program, conduct research, or simply chat and discuss. From programming and building robots to exploring the surroundings and even making cosmetics—anything is possible at Dock Nord. <blockquote>Steering a boat with just our thoughts—we wouldn’t do something like that at school!</blockquote> Everyone between the ages of 10 and 16 is welcome at Dock Nord! Since it’s primarily the students who develop and offer the activities at Dock Nord, there’s a wide variety of activities on different topics and for different age groups. Together in the club room, we build and program small robots, examine house-trained pets, and maybe even conduct a chemical experiment or two. Join the students in exploring the other labs and rooms at Constructor University in search of even more exciting topics! Content content-733126 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:13:51 +0200 Dock Bremerhaven / PHÄNOMENTA Bremerhaven https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733126 From making your own cosmetics or practical adhesives to brain teasers and hands-on experiments, anything is possible at Dock Bremerhaven. From chatting and discussing to participating in competitions like “Jugendforscht”—the Dock leaders are here to support you in every way. <blockquote>At first, not everything was easy to understand—but as we did the experiments, it all became clear.</blockquote> Whether young or old, everyone is welcome at Dock Bremerhaven. And in between, there’s always time to explore and try things out in PHÄNOMENTA’s interactive exhibition. Content content-733144 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:29:14 +0200 Collaboration Partners https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733144 Many of our programs would not be possible without the support and collaboration of other dedicated partners. You can find a list of our partners here: Content content-733146 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:30:45 +0200 Lessons learned https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733146 Looking back on our project, we have compiled a “Lessons Learned” document in which we have summarized our experiences with establishing a STEM cluster. It covers our experiences with building network structures, communication, and target audiences, as well as formats and activities, and addresses the challenges of a STEM cluster in general. To create this document, we consulted with the Oldenburg STEM cluster <a class="external-link" href="https://www.ahoi-mint.de/" target="_blank">AHOI_MINT</a> and worked together to identify what we consider to be the most important points. We hope you enjoy reading it. Content content-733150 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:32:03 +0200 The meerMINT Program on Helgoland: An Evaluation of its Effectiveness in Stimulating Young People’s Interest in STEM https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733150 Master’s thesis by Corinna Wild, Karlsruhe University of Education, Faculty of Natural and Social Sciences, Institute for Biology and School Garden Development, Master’s Program in Biodiversity and Environmental Education, March 2026. The school trip to the OPENSEA Student Laboratory of the Alfred Wegener Institute on Heligoland, held for the second time in 2025, was accompanied and evaluated as part of a master’s thesis. Excerpt from the conclusion of the thesis: “This research examined the impact of the school trip to Heligoland on the participants’ interest in STEM subjects. The data collected from the guided individual interviews captures the participants’ subjective perceptions during the field trip. The results of this thesis document these perceptions and provide valuable insights into the students’ interest in STEM topics and their personal assessment of the program they experienced.” Content content-733153 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:32:30 +0200 Contact https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/cooperation/university-school/meermint-1#c733153 Dr. Hanne Ballhausen Cluster Manager &nbsp;0421 21857106 &nbsp;<a href="mailto:hanne.ballhausen@vw.uni-bremen.de">hanne.ballhausen(at)vw.uni-bremen.de</a> Content