1. Title Catalysis Squarein Tottori: What is catalyst?
2. IYC interests ● @Increase the public appreciation and understanding of chemistry
● AEncourage interest of young people in chemistry
○ BGenerate enthusiasm for the creative future of chemistry
○ CCelebrate the role of women in chemistry
3. Short description
This event consists of exhibitions, demonstrations and practical experiments for citizens. It will be held during the period of University Festival, and it is expected that students of primary and junior high schools will attend.
4. Audience Students (especially primary and junior high school), general public, teachers
5. Topic Exhibitions, demonstrations and practical experiments for citizens, especially for children.
6. Long description “Catalysis Square in Tottori: What is catalysis?” is is a special public event for people in Tottori. The event consists of exhibitions, demonstrations and practical experiments for citizens. It will be held during the period of University Festival, and it is expected that students of primary and junior high schools will attend.
This event is now being planned as follows:
・Date: October 10, 2011
・Venue & place: Faculty of Engineering, Tottori University, Tottori
・Scope: Students (especially primary and junior high), general public
・Program: Exhibitions, demonstrations and practical experiments
・Participants: About 30 participants are expected.
・Web Site:
7. Sponsors West Japan Branch of Catalysis Society of Japan

8. Contact detail

Email:katada@chem.tottori-u.ac.jp
Name:Prof. Naonobu Katada
Organization or affiliations:Department of Chemistry and Biotechonology, Graduate School of Engineering, Tottori University
Phone :+81-857-31-5684
Country,City:Janan,Tottori