The area around Seongnam City Hall buzzed with the scientific curiosity and technological experiences of youth.
The Seongnam Youth Foundation's Seohyun Youth Center successfully concluded the 17th Seongnam Youth Creative Science Festival on October 24, held at the outdoor plaza and first-floor indoor space of Seongnam City Hall, as well as the Seongnam City Council.
This year's festival featured a total of 117 interactive booths focused on advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR).
The event allowed youth to directly engage with science and technology while sharing research activities prepared by schools and organizations with the public.
The program was divided into three areas: advanced technology experiences involving universities and related organizations, creative convergence activities prepared by middle and high school science clubs, and experiential programs planned by youth and young adult organizations.
Participants could explore a variety of topics, from pure science and coding to drone piloting and AI robotics, all in one place.
Notably, the humanoid robot show, robot ice cream demonstrations, and virtual reality experiences attracted significant attention as programs that allowed attendees to see and directly engage with advanced technologies.
The festival also emphasized the importance of making science accessible and relatable to youth, presenting it as an integral part of their everyday lives.
One participant remarked, "Experiencing the advancements in AI and robotics firsthand during the humanoid robot show was incredibly meaningful. I definitely want to participate in the Creative Science Festival every year."
Meanwhile, Park Jeong-bae, director of the Seohyun Youth Center, stated, "This was a significant opportunity for Seongnam's youth to freely express their scientific curiosity and dreams. We will continue to enhance support programs to help youth grow into future scientific talents."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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