New Science Centre to keep pace with society's challenges, says SM Teo

It will run programmes to meet interests of students, feature themes like sustainability

- Elisha Tushara

Beyond featuring new exhibits and spaces, the new Science Centre – slated to open by end-2027 – has to be relevant to the challenges of today and the future, said Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean on Wednesday.

To this end, the centre, which will be situated next to Chinese Garden MRT station, will run programmes and workshops to meet the interests of students, he said, and feature modern themes like food security and sustainability.

It will also provide spaces for innovation and tinkering, like specialised labs and indoor maker spaces, for visitors to experiment with technology and tools.

Singapore’s longstanding emphasis on education in science and technology has helped shape the country in areas from industry and infrastructure to healthcare and homes, said Mr Teo, who was officiating the new centre’s ground-breaking ceremony.