On May 21, the Science City Park of the Chengdu Branch of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, located on the Xinglong Lake, was particularly lively. Hundreds of Chengdu middle school students and community residents gathered here to experience a scientific fantasy trip.
Since 2005, more than 100 scientific research institutes and 3 universities of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have "opened their doors to welcome visitors" every weekend in May. Open national major scientific and technological infrastructure, national key laboratories and engineering centers, national field observation and research stations and other high-end scientific research facilities; Carry out popular science lectures, experimental demonstrations, interactive experiences, popular science dramas and other "hard core" popular science activities covering multiple disciplines in various forms; Front-line scientific and technological workers represented by academicians face to face with the public in real scientific research scenes
Chengdu Branch of the 20th Public Science Day of the Chinese Academy of Sciences Officially opened today 。
"Zero distance" contact with science
A researcher coiled a corn snake in his hand, and more and more students came around.
In the two climb science popularization exhibition area of Chengdu Institute of Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, field researchers told Red Star News that several snakes on the scene that day were kept in Chengdu Institute of Biology on weekdays, "all of them are gentle in character. ” On site scientific research personnel Citizens and students popularized snake knowledge. "For most people, snakes are like fear species engraved in human genes, but snakes are not as scary as people think. If you encounter a non poisonous snake in the wild, it will run without driving it. If you encounter a poisonous snake, try to avoid it, do not provoke it, and it will not attack humans on its own initiative."
A specimen named "Chengdu Gecko" attracted many people's attention.
It is reported that the scientific researchers of Chengdu Institute of Biology found gecko in the office building. They thought it was a common species at first, but after careful study, they determined it was a new species. Because the type specimen was found in Chengdu Institute of Biology, in order to commemorate the contributions of the older generations of Chengdu Institute of Biology to amphibious and reptile science, the scientific researchers used the abbreviation "cib" of Chengdu Institute of Biology as the original name of the new species, which is called "Chengdu Gecko" in Chinese.
This year, the Institute also set up a popular science exhibition area for plant specimens and seed resources. The displayed plant specimens are mostly species that can be seen in daily life, such as hydrangea, hypericum, etc.
At the scene, the popular science reading Invasive Plants from Outside Chengdu attracted many people to read it. "When it comes to exotic plants, some people may think that they are all bad and will cause serious damage to our ecosystem. This is Confuse The concept of alien plants and invasive plants. " The field researchers told the reporter that the rational introduction and application of diversified plants can add vitality to the new ecological environment and expand the biodiversity of the greening system.
Chengdu has some reasonably introduced exotic plants. For example, the common allium and leek lotus in the park, produced in South America, became ornamental plants after being introduced.
The public participating in the activity will also visit the scientists' spiritual education base, the mountain disaster chain comprehensive experimental simulation platform and the science corridor to absorb scientific nutrients and feel the scientists' spirit; They can also follow the scientists to understand the "golden eye" of observing the sun, understand the high-energy universe, listen to the science micro class, and understand the relevant knowledge of biomedical materials and national digital conference system.
academician Share growth insights with Chengdu students "Academician Zhou, which choice is the most important in your past life?"
"I chose to enter the university and successfully entered the university. Knowledge has changed my destiny."
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In the afternoon of the same day, Zhou Xuhong, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and a professor of Chongqing University, gave a keynote speech to hundreds of students in Chengdu at the Academic Exchange Center of the Science City Park of Chengdu Branch, sharing their experiences of growing up and exploring science, and encouraging them to constantly climb the scientific peak.
"There is no point in preaching. I just want to use my own experience to give you some inspiration." Zhou Xuhong said that it was because he chose to take the university entrance exam that he formed an indissoluble bond with Yuelu Academy. This experience not only gave him guidance and inspiration in the academic field, but also cultivated his love and confidence in scientific research.
On the spot, Zhou Xuhong encouraged the students to "work hard and persevere", "cherish time like gold, and make great strides" in their study, and strive to realize the value of life with perseverance and spirit of "one person can do ten things for me, and ten people can do one hundred things for me".
Red Star Journalist Peng Xiangping
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