Machine arrière #1: the radio-transistor

A collaboration between Universcience and Radio France Studios to understand how radio brought about a veritable revolution in sound.

A public establishment grouping together the Palais de la découverte and the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie, Universcience aims to make science accessible to all and to promote scientific, technical and industrial culture.

The Request

In 2025, Universcience is launching a series of exhibitions titled “Machine arrière,” dedicated to the history of science and technology. As part of this initiative, the institution aims to offer scientific content that combines artistic originality with innovation in sound design and storytelling. This initiative began in May 2025 with a first exhibition dedicated to the transistor radio.

Our Solution

Radio France Studios contributed its expertise in sound design to develop interactive museum experiences. These installations, enhanced with scenic and visual elements, highlight historical objects from the Cité’s collection. This collaboration enables the creation of immersive and educational experiences, fostering the public’s discovery and understanding of the history of science and technology.

Machine Arrière exhibition

Our other achievements

Sound tour of the Hôtel de la Marine
Sound trail
Hôtel de la Marine
Sound tour of the Hôtel de la Marine
Sound trail
Hôtel de la Marine
Exterior view of Château de Blandy
Sound trail
Blandy castle
Exterior view of Château de Blandy
Sound trail
Blandy castle

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