Pint of Science 2026 Guide: Science takes over the bars

Monday, May 18th, kicks off with an intense program covering everything from urban sustainability to the mysteries of biology and technology. Here are the featured events to start the week with an open mind.

Enjoy a pleasant afternoon at Terraza del Lago exploring the future of our cities and CO2 transformation. Federico Camerin will analyze the challenges of urban design, while María Dolores Bermejo Roda will show us how to turn emissions into raw materials. It is the ideal space to let your scientific curiosity soar.

PintKids arrives at O NOVO FARO with a day designed for all ages. The little ones will enjoy scientific stations, while adults can attend talks on bioplastics and the reprogramming of cellular aging. It is a unique opportunity to bring science closer to the whole family.

Bar Carmen 13 hosts a session on our daily lives and science. Researchers from the University of Burgos will analyze non-substance addictions, artificial intelligence in adolescence, and the hidden chemistry in our day-to-day lives. Come and discover how technology shapes our current world.

We celebrate the International Day of Plant Fascination at Port Douglas. Discover how flora has moved empires and why it is vital to overcome 'plant blindness' in current conservation. Two botanical talks to value the fundamental role of nature in our history.

Cervecería Morrison hosts a day on technology, society, and the universe. We will analyze power on the Internet, sustainable material production, the history of forgotten artists, and the study of biodiversity through DNA. An appointment to question the established in an unbeatable atmosphere.

Florita café bar brings us closer to the medicine of the future. Researchers from the University of Oviedo will explain the cellular origin of cancer and how nanotechnology is revolutionizing personalized diagnoses and treatments. An essential talk to understand the breakthroughs that save lives.

Coctelería La Solía invites us to discover the crucial role of our bacteria and new genomic editing tools. Researchers from IBBTEC will explain how DNA and bacteria influence our health and future. Come and enjoy an afternoon of high-quality scientific outreach.

Pub Anticuario proposes a curious journey: from the historical analysis of 'Life of Brian' to the transformation of Spanish territory through aerial photographs. A session that combines film, history, and geography to observe how our environment has changed since 1956.

At La Corrala Escondida, we will analyze cybercrime on the Dark Web, coloniality, and the representation of science in cinema. Three dynamic talks to question power and current society. An essential appointment for lovers of critical analysis and technology.

At Cervecería Marabú, we will discover how spectroscopy allows us to see the invisible and how artificial intelligence transforms the management of historical archives. A fascinating day where technology and history meet. Don't miss this appointment with knowledge!

Botánico Café Teatro invites us to explore the pillars of our society: communication and taxation. Discover how mathematics and linguistics come together to analyze texts, and reflect on how our public services are financed. A necessary day to understand our environment.

Marta I. Miranda Castañón reveals the history of selenium in Galicia at Albergue Zendoira. Discover why this micronutrient is difficult to find in our diet and how it affects the health of animals and people. An informative talk on the relationship between geology and health.

At El Castro Bar, we will explore the Ría de Vigo through pH analysis and mussel resilience. Experts from IIM-CSIC will show us how machine learning and biology help us understand the marine environment. Come discover the secrets of our estuary!