Part of the acclaimed Global Science Gallery Network, and embedded in Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Science Gallery Venice will be a dynamic new model for engaging 15-25 year olds with science, exploring the collisions of art and science, and playing a vital role in shifting our understanding of science, art and innovation. THERE ARE MANY SCIENCE CENTRES, SCIENCE MUSEUMS AND ART GALLERIES WORLDWIDE WORKING TO INSPIRE AND ENGAGE PEOPLE WITH A PROGRAMME BLENDING SCIENCE, ART AND TECHNOLOGY. BUT SCIENCE GALLERY IS DIFFERENT. Here 8 factors set SGV firmly apart: 1. AN EVER-CHANGING PROGRAMME We do not have a permanent collection. Instead we will present an ever-changing programme fo exhibitions and events meaning that every visiti s different. 2. AN OPEN CALL PROCESS We crowdsource our programme from artists, scientists, engineers, and technologists from all over the world. 3. A FOCUS ON YOUNG ADULTS Our key audience is young people aged 15-25. We want young adults to have the opportunity to engage with new ideas. 4. A POROUS MEMBRANE BETWEEN THE UNIVERSITY AND THE CITY Based within the San Basilio area, we will facilitate a creative and interdisciplinary dialogue between university researchers, staff and students with artists and the local community. 5. THE LEONARDO GROUP Leading the development of seasons, the Leonardo Group will comprise inspirational scientists, artists, engineers, technologists, media and entrepreneurs to form a brains trust for Science Gallery Venice. 6. ACCESSIBILITY Entry will be free and Science Gallery Venice will be equally accessible to everyone. 7. A UNIQUE APPROACH Our approach to innovation and public engagement is a proven model for enriching ideas from art, science, design and engineering 8. A FOCUS ON THE FUTURE Our programmes have a unique focus on the future, featuring emerging ideas from artists, scientists and everyone in between.