The event brings together Professor Horst L. Störmer, a Nobel Laureate in Physics, education experts and young students for an intergenerational dialogue on scientific thinking, educational innovation and youth development in the age of AI. Discussions will explore how to nurture curiosity, independent judgment and creativity, and how interdisciplinary learning and innovative practice can help address future challenges.
Aligned with Jing’an District’s priorities in scientific and technological innovation and its "AI+" development agenda, the event connects international experience in science education with local school practices. It offers young people opportunities to engage directly with scientists and educators, strengthens connections between high school and university, science and the humanities, and academic learning and social engagement, and inspires young people to contribute to sustainable innovation through science and technology.
Key Topics
Scientific Inquiry: AI can generate knowledge, but young people must learn to evaluate evidence, exercise independent judgment and ask meaningful questions.
Educational Transformation: As AI increasingly breaks down disciplinary boundaries, how can high schools and universities nurture interdisciplinary thinking, creativity and lifelong learning skills?
Responsibility for the Future: What purpose should technological progress serve? How can young people use AI and scientific innovation to address climate change, resource challenges and sustainable development?
Tentative Agenda
14:00–14:05 | Opening Remarks and Introduction The moderator introduces the event and its central themes.
14:05–14:20 | Keynote Address Speaker: Professor Horst L. Störmer, Nobel Laureate in Physics Drawing on his experience in scientific research and education, Professor Störmer reflects on the importance of curiosity, the pursuit of truth and independent thinking in young people's development.
14:20–14:50 | Roundtable with Scientists and Education Experts Moderator: Professor Cai Sanfa (tentative), Director of the Institute of Higher Education and Head of the STEM Education Think Tank, Tongji University Exploring scientific thinking, educational practice and responsibility for the future, the roundtable examines how to equip young people to identify problems, explore across disciplines and tackle real-world challenges in the age of AI.
14:50–15:25| Face-to-Face Dialogue with Young People Through questions submitted in advance and live questions from the audience, young participants engage directly with scientists and education experts on learning, innovation and choices for the future.
