Mo Dao mulberry night, for the sun is still full of sky. The stars reflect the universe, and popular science has no boundaries. On the afternoon of May 13, 2024, the Lingyun Hall on the sixth floor of the Lingyun Hall of Wanzhou No. 2 Middle School Education Group was full. Shen Aimin, an expert of the report group of the China Association for Science and Technology, brought a unique feast of popular science to the teachers and students of Wanzhou No. 2 Middle School - a special report activity of "Poetic Lecture Hall". Shen Aimin, former member of the party group and secretary of the Secretariat of the China Association for Science and Technology, and honorary member of the China Association for Science and Technology, conveyed the charm and power of science to teachers and students with the title of "Talking about the Spirit of Science".
Expert Shen Aimin first clarified the four dimensions of citizens' basic scientific literacy: scientific and technological knowledge, scientific method, scientific thinking and scientific spirit. Through the on-site interactive test, he had an in-depth understanding of the mastery of these four aspects of the students of No. 2 Middle School, and highly praised the students' existing scientific literacy. He encouraged the students to advocate science, bravely climb the peak of science and technology, and contribute their youth to the country's scientific and technological development.
Subsequently, Expert Shen expounded the connotation of the scientific spirit with vivid cases and in-depth explanations. He mentioned that truth-seeking and truth-seeking are the cornerstone of scientific innovation, critical questioning is the driving force of scientific progress, and curiosity is the eternal driving force of scientific exploration. By telling the stories of scientists such as Bruno, Tycho, Kepler, and Mr. Shi Yigong's innovative ideas, he made the teachers and students present feel the greatness and nobility of the scientific spirit.
Expert Shen's lecture was full of passion and contagion, and won bursts of applause from time to time. The students listened attentively, took notes, and actively participated in the interaction. After the report, the student representatives presented flowers to Mr. Shen to express their respect and gratitude to him. The students gathered around to exchange ideas with Mr. Shen and ask questions. Mr. Shen patiently answered, gave encouragement and guidance.
This popular science lecture is not only a feast of knowledge, but also a spiritual baptism. Expert Shen Aimin used his rich knowledge and experience to plant the seeds of science for the teachers and students of Wanzhou No. 2 Middle School. These seeds will take root, blossom and bear fruit in the days to come, and become an important force to promote scientific and technological progress.
Wanzhou No. 2 Middle School will take this lecture as an opportunity to continue to carry out in-depth science popularization activities, and cultivate students' innovation consciousness and practical ability by holding popular science lectures and carrying out scientific experiments. At the same time, the university will also strengthen cooperation and exchanges with scientific research institutions, universities and other units, provide students with more learning and practice opportunities, and lay a solid foundation for cultivating future talents with the potential of scientists.
The event was hosted by the China Association of Old Science and Technology Workers, and jointly organized by the Chongqing Old Science and Technology Workers Association, Chongqing Wanzhou District Education Committee, Chongqing Wanzhou District Science and Technology Association, Chongqing Wanzhou District Old Science and Technology Workers Association, and Chongqing Wanzhou No. 2 Senior High School. Peng Zhihui, deputy secretary of the Wanzhou District Party Committee, presided over the report meeting in person, and expressed his warm welcome and heartfelt thanks to Shen Aimin.
Huang Kuncai, vice president and secretary general of Chongqing Association of Old Scientists and former second-level inspector of Chongqing Association for Science and Technology, Xie Qian, director of the Office of Chongqing Association for Old Science and Technology, Xu Suhuan, former vice chairman of Wanzhou District CPPCC and president of the District Association for Old Scientists, Lei Bixue, secretary of the Party Group and chairman of the District Association for Science and Technology, Xu Ning, member of the Education Working Committee of Wanzhou District Party Committee and deputy director of the District Education Commission, Liu Yong, member of the Party Group and vice chairman of the District Association for Science and Technology, Chen Bing, Secretary of the Party Committee of Wanzhou No. 2 Middle School, Zhu Lixiu, deputy secretary of the Party Committee and principal of Wanzhou No. 2 Middle School, and other major leaders and cadres of the school attended the report meeting. More than 500 student representatives from Wanzhou No. 2 Middle School listened to the report on the spot.
The event covered all primary and secondary schools in the district through live broadcast, benefiting more students.
Editor-in-charge: Li Jinxin