Event Overview

The Science and Technology Week, a key component of the popular science work under the "Mainland and Macau Science and Technology Cooperation Committee", was held from July 6 to 9, 2013. With the assistance of the Ministry of Science and Technology of China, a themed exhibition on "Science, Technology, and Innovation" was organized for display in Macau. The exhibition featured 16 national scientific and technological achievements under the theme "Technology Makes the Nation Stronger and More Prosperous," along with 17 mobile popular science exhibits provided by the Anhui Popular Science Products Research and Development Center.

Additionally, local institutions including the Macao Science Center, University of Macau, Macao Polytechnic University, Macau University of Science and Technology, City University of Macau, University of Saint Joseph, Macau Institution of Engineers, Macau Institution of Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Macau Innovation and Invention Association, and Macau Physics and Education Research Association also organized exhibits for the event.

The exhibition also showcased the results of popular science activities and research projects conducted by local schools and research units, funded by the Science and Technology Development Fund.

Key Details

• Exhibition Period: July 6–9, 2013
• Opening Hours: 10:00–20:00
• Venue: Macau Fisherman's Wharf Convention and Exhibition Centre
• Admission: Free

Organizing Structure

Organizer:

• Science and Technology Committee of the Macao Special Administrative Region Government

Supporting Unit:

• Ministry of Science and Technology of the People's Republic of China

Implementing Units:

• Popular Science Working Group of the Science and Technology Committee
• China Science and Technology Exchange Center
• Science and Technology Development Fund

Co-organizers:

• Macao Science Center
• University of Macau
• Macao Polytechnic University
• Macau University of Science and Technology
• City University of Macau
• University of Saint Joseph
• Department of Science and Technology of Anhui Province
• Anhui Association for Science and Technology

Participating Units (Exhibitors): A wide range of local schools, associations, and organizations participated, including Pui Tou Middle School, Kao Yip Middle School, Chan Sui Ki Perpetual Help College, Workers' Children High School, Choi Nong Chi Tou School, Salesian School, Macau Anglican College, Colégio de Santa Rosa de Lima (Chinese Section), University of Macau Affiliated School, Macau Institution of Engineers, Macau Fong Chong School, Macau Physics and Education Research Association, Macau Baptist College, Pui Ching Middle School, Macau Innovation and Invention Association, Macau Federation of Neighborhood Associations, Macau Green Environmental Protection Association, Macau Institution of Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Hou Kong Middle School, and Keang Peng School.