Where Water Meets Road. SCIENCE WEEK 2026 · OUGHTERARD

Come and see how students of all ages want to solve our rural transport challenges, and share your own over a cuppa. Whether you have lived in Oughterard for decades or recently moved here, your everyday travel experiences matter. Heavy rainfall, flooding and rising water levels can affect local roads and bridges, making it harder to get to work, school, healthcare and other essential services. We want to hear how these challenges affect you and your community, and explore together how we can make rural travel safer and more accessible for everyone. Find out more about the event: https://sites.google.com/view/watermeetsroad Find out more about the EMBRACE Mobility research project at the University of Galway: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/embrace/