„Chain Reaction: A Sustainable Approach to Inquiry-Based Science Education” is a three-year project funded by European Commission within the FP7 framework program. It aims to develop Inquiry-Based Science Education( IBSE) across twelve partner countries. The project will provide interactive and engaging IBSE professional development to teacher education professionals from each participating country using tried and tested inquiry based science resources. The project also provides a strong and sustainable IBSE framework both for teacher educators and for teachers, along with resources tailored to each partner's individual cultural and curricular needs. Science teachers are able to build their knowledge and skills, learning independently as well as being part of a wider teacher network. Chain Reaction is rooted in problem-solving and inquiry-based learning principles, aiming to actively involve students in their science studies, and enable them to experience the excitement and challenges of experimental and investigative science.  

The project officially started on the 1st of June, 2013. The overall budget is 3 600 000 EURO.  The consortium includes partner universities from 12 countries.

The project coordinator from Ilia State University is Prof. Marika Kapanadze.