Symposium on Sustainable Development and Science Museums Held

[Asia Economy Reporter Junho Hwang] The National Science Museum will hold the 10th International Science Museum Symposium on May 5-6, focusing on sustainable development and science museums.

Due to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19), participation is possible remotely. The science museum implemented various technologies such as hologram society and projection mapping video shows with support from the Korea Tourism Organization's Meeting Technology Support Project.

On May 5, the symposium will address inclusive and equitable quality science museum education (SDG4) and climate change response (SDG13), which are required by science museums among the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. On May 6, marking the 30th anniversary of the National Science Museum's relocation to Daedeok, discussions will focus on sustainable cities and communities (SDG11). A total of 126 research papers across six fields will be presented at the International Science Museum Symposium academic conference.

Yoo Guk-hee, director of the National Science Museum, stated, "COVID-19 poses a serious threat to science museums worldwide, where face-to-face and hands-on experiences take place. Collective intelligence is needed to gain insight into the responsibilities and roles of science museums. This symposium will be a meaningful event to overcome today's difficulties and prepare for the post-COVID era."

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