The National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) opened its doors on Friday, September 27th, 2024, for the 11th annual Researchers’ Night, aiming to reconnect academia with society by inviting the public to meet hundreds of researchers and see that research can be both serious and fun. The event took place at the iconic Averof building in the historic Patission complex. Dozens of cutting-edge technologies were showcased through interactive experiments and games, introducing the younger audience to the world of research.