From May 20 to 21, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) held the 17th National Science Week, themed “building a strong nation with science and fulfilling dreams with innovations.”

During Science Week, key laboratories, observatories, large scientific infrastructures and installations were visited by general public. Institutes of CAS also organized activities focusing on subjects such as artificial intelligence and nuclear safety, to popularize scientific knowledge.

Institute of physics of CAS gives a lecture “Science & Cooking” hosted by Professor David Weitz (2nd R) from Harvard University on May 20 during the 17th National Science Week. (Photo: Chinanews.com)

Photo shows children conducting a physical experiment during the 17th National Science Week. (Photo: Chinanews.com)