Science can often be daunting for kids. With many Indian parents pressuring their children to give it more attention and time than say, the arts, and an archaic education system, the general apprehension many children face when it comes to this subject gets amplified. The approach to science, too is often dreary, leading students to lose interest in the subject.

It is this gap that nuclear scientist Dr AP Jayaraman wanted to bridge when he started STEAM Academy in 2018, an endeavour that is seeking to make science fun through interactive sessions and talks that are ideal for parents, teachers and kids. So, instead of a boring monologue, such sessions make use of simple experiments and PowerPoint presentations that help participants understand scientific concepts in a holistic manner.