Science Week 2023 in the Dept of Physiology UCC

9 Nov 2023

PhysioBlitz: Speeding through the Systems, WGB Atrium Tuesday 14th of November

Students compete head to head doing:

1. Reaction time 
2. Grip strength 
3. Conduction velocity 
4. Step test & HR measurement 
5. PEFR 
6. Optical Illusions 
7. Ishihara's Test 
8. Temperature adaptation (ice bucket versus warm water- guess the temperature of warm water’) 

We are also hoping to cycle 100km on the day (stationary bike) as a side activity and raise money for Laura Lynn foundation as it is also Childrens week and MND Ireland on the day.