Scientists from China and UK awarded for contribution to SDGs

The award was jointly initiated by the WYSS and the International Research Center of Big Data for Sustainable Development Goals to recognize young scientists who have made significant innovative achievements and outstanding contributions through natural science research or engineering technology in support of one or more Sustainable Development Goals. The aim is to inspire more young scientists to contribute to sustainable development. The first Young Scientist SDGs Award focused on the 17 SDGs set by the United Nations and established seven fields of sustainable development goals. Since its global application opening in March 2023, the award has attracted candidates from 35 countries and regions around the world. The evaluation committee, consisting of 11 internationally renowned experts, conducted a two-month evaluation process.The WYSS, jointly initiated and hosted by the China Association for Science and Technology and the Zhejiang Provincial Government has established contacts with more than 100 national and international scientific and technological organizations and over 100 foreign universities. It has invited more than 30 world-renowned scientists, including Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners, as well as nearly 300 Chinese and foreign academicians and over 4,000 young scientists to participate.