“Science in the Public Service” (SIPS) is a joint campaign by government bureaux and departments, as well as other organizations to promote their scientific work and application of technology to the provision of services for the general public. A series of public forums and lectures on the theme “20 Years of ‘Science in the Public Service’: Improving Livelihood through Science and Innovation” will be held from August to December on 2026. All forums and lectures will be held at the Lecture Hall of the Hong Kong Science Museum. In addition, Science and Technology Fair, science exploration activities, site visits, and workshops are also available. For details, please visit the SIPS webpage.Don't miss the chance to enrich your knowledge in science and better understand the scientific work of various government departments and relevant organisations!Participants will recieve a stamp after attending any one of the lectures, forums or science exploration activities of "Sceince in the Public Service". Upon collection of Five stamps, participants can redeem a souvenir. *Souvenirs are available on a first come, first served basis while stock lasts.Details of the related activities scheduled for September are as follows:Topic: 20th anniversary event of “Science in the Public Service” - Science and Technology FairDate: 25 to 27 September 2026 (Friday to Sunday)Time: 11:00 - 18:00Venue: Special Exhibition Hall, Hong Kong Science MuseumIntroduction: 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the Science in the Public Service (SIPS) Campaign, with the theme “20 Years of Science in the Public Service: Improving Livelihood through Science and Innovation”. To celebrate the achievements of the past two decades, a Science and Technology Fair will be held at the Special Exhibition Hall of the Hong Kong Science Museum from 25 to 27 September 2026, open for free admission to the public. Jointly organized by 18 government bureaux and departments together with collaborating organisations, the fair will showcase the latest applications of science and technology in daily public services through a wide variety of exhibits, science exploration and games.Website: https://www.science.gov.hk/#/event/2026_related_1Details of the forums and lecture scheduled for October are as follows:Venue: Lecture Hall, Hong Kong Science MuseumQuota: 26 people (admission is free, and seats are available on a first‑come, first‑served basis)Suitable for: General PublicLanguage: CantoneseWebsite: https://www.science.gov.hk/#/?filter=info_talksTopic: Can We Bottle Sunlight?Date: 10 October 2026 (Saturday)Time: 14:30 - 15:15Speakers: Prof. Fatwa Firdaus Abdi (Associate Professor, School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong)Topic: Biosensing Alert System (BAS)Date: 10 October 2026 (Saturday)Time: 15:15 - 16:00Speakers: Dr. YU Chun Wing (Waterworks Chemist, Water Supplies Department)Introduction: Biosensing Alert System (BAS) is a water quality monitoring system by the detection of behavior of zebrafish in the WSD, by AI Image Processing and Machine Learning techniques.Topic: Innovation for Life: Redefining Ultrasound via Intelligent Co-SonographyDate: 10 October 2026 (Saturday)Time: 16:00 - 16:45Speakers: Prof. GUO Xiaoqing (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Hong Kong Baptist University)Topic: Junior Detective 6.0Date: 17 October 2026 (Saturday)Time: 14:30 - 17:45Speakers: Dr. Lam Tze-lung (Chemist, Government Laboratory)Introduction: Introducing the principles and applications of forensic DNA technology through lecture, mini-drama and scientific experiments.Topic: Marine Parks 30th Anniversary: Innovations in Technology for Marine ConservationDate: 24 October 2026 (Saturday)Time: 14:30 - 15:15Speakers: Ms. WONG Kwan Ting, Zoe (Marine Conservation Officer, Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department), Dr. CHAN Kwok Kuen, Ivan (Marine Conservation Officer, Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department)Introduction: 3D-Printed Reef Tiles in Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park ; Smart Surveillance Systems for Marine Parks and Marine Reserve).Topic: Earthquakes and TsunamiDate: 24 October 2026 (Saturday)Time: 15:15 - 16:00Speakers: Mr. CHAN Wai Soen (Scientific Officer, Hong Kong Observatory)Topic: Use Nutrition Labels to Make Healthier Food ChoicesDate: 24 October 2026 (Saturday)Time: 16:00 - 16:45Speakers: Dr. TANG Shiu Ping, Anna (Scientific Officer, Centre for Food Safety, Food and Environmental Hygiene Department)Topic: Strengthening community resilience through data utilizationDate: 24 October 2026 (Saturday)Time: 16:45 - 17:30Speakers: Ms. Frances Yeung (Manager, Hong Kong Red Cross Community Resilience Service)Details of the science exploration activities scheduled for October are as follows:Website: https://www.science.gov.hk/#/?filter=theatre_contentTopic: Hands-On Experiments to Dive into the Natural DisastersDate: 14 October 2026 (Wednesday)Time: 15:00 - 16:00 and 16:00 - 17:00 (Two sessions (same content))Venue: Earth Science Gallery, Hong Kong Science MuseumOrganisation: Hong Kong Red Cross Community Resilience ServiceDemonstrator: Hong Kong Red Cross Community Resilience Service Staff and InstructorsSuitable for: General PublicQuota: 24 people [First come, first served]Fee: Free of chargeLanguage: CantoneseDetails of the site visits scheduled for October are as follows:Website: https://www.science.gov.hk/#/?filter=visit_contentTopic: Visit to Hong Kong HerbariumDate: 8 October 2026 (Thursday)Time: 14:30 - 15:30Venue: Room 737, 7/F, Cheung Sha Wan Government Offices, 303 Cheung Sha Wan Road, Kowloon, HONG KONGOrganisation: Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation DepartmentSuitable for: Aged 12 or above [Camphor is placed inside the Hong Kong Herbarium for insect prevention; individuals with G6PD deficiency (Favism) should not enter for visits]Quota: 20 peopleFee: Free of chargeLanguage: CantoneseApplication: Please submit the completed registration form by email to [email protected] for registration. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email on or before September 25.Deadline: 18 September 2026 (Friday) [First come, first served]Enquiries: 2150 6900Topic: Community Tour on Climate Disaster at Sai KungDate: 24 October 2026 (Saturday)Time: 10:30 - 12:30Venue: Sai Kung Town Centre (Gathering point: Sai Kung Waterfront Park)Organisation: Hong Kong Red Cross Community Resilience ServiceSuitable for: General PublicQuota: 30 peopleFee: Free of chargeLanguage: CantoneseApplication: Please complete the registration form.Deadline: 10 October 2026 (Saturday) [First come, first served]Enquiries: 2507 7069Topic: Stanley Sewage Treatment Works TourDate: 25 October 2026 (Sunday)Time: 10:00 - 12:30Venue: Stanley Sewage Treatment Works (Gathering point : MTR Wan Chai Station Exit A4)Organisation: Drainage Services DepartmentSuitable for: Aged 9 or above (Each participant aged 9–11 must be accompanied by at least one adult aged 18 or above)Quota: 20 peopleFee: Free of chargeLanguage: CantoneseApplication: Please return the completed Application Form to DSD by email ([email protected]).Deadline: 11 October 2026 (Sunday) [First come, first served]Enquiries: 3965 8159

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