Scientific research is not far away from us. Significant research outcomes achieved every time have facilitated the development and progress of human civilisation. Through their relentless efforts and innovations, scientists have revealed the secrets of nature and unraveled many mysteries. Their research outcomes have not only promoted technological advancement, but also changed our lifestyles and concepts. From breakthroughs in the medical field to innovations in various fields such as energy, environment and communications, scientific research has brought unlimited possibilities to us.
The programme consists of five documentaries, introducing the spectacular 2023 Future Science Prize Week and the laureates’ stories.
The first episode introduces the activities of the Future Science Prize Week, enabling the audience to understand the cutting-edge scientific research topics, and to acquire a more comprehensive understanding of the Prize Week. Besides, through the roundtable dialogue, the 2023 Future Science Prize laureates have shared their experiences, views and ideas for the future development, and have interaction and discussions with other experts in the scientific sector.
In each of the last three episodes, we will feature a Hong Kong scientist who have been awarded the prize previously: Professor Yuk-Ming Dennis LO who was awarded the Life Science Prize in 2016, Professor Kam-Biu LUK who was awarded the Physical Science Prize in 2019, and Professor Ngai-Ming MOK who was awarded the Mathematics and Computer Science Prize in 2022. Through their stories, the audience can see the scientists’ efforts and courage to explore in scientific research. Moreover, young scientists will have dialogue with the scientist laureates to share their experiences and inspiration in their scientific research journeys with each other.
Co-produced by the Hong Kong Academy of Sciences, Future Science Awards Foundation Limited and Radio Television Hong Kong
Supported by: Innovation and Technology Commission
