UK-China Women in Science & Technology Forum

Date:Thursday 27 February
Time: 10:00 - 17:15 (China time)
Venue: Suzhou (details TBC)
Language: English with Chinese translation
Note: CBBC’s allocation of seats is limited in number. Please register to express interest in attending the Forum using the below QR code. Guests who are successful in applying will receive a confirmation email with further details about attending the Forum.
The Forum, hosted by the British Government and supported by the CBBC, offers a full-day programme of speeches, panel discussions, breakout sessions and seminars, aiming to:
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Inspire more female students into science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers
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Raise awareness of obstacles faced by women in STEM
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Share solutions and positive case studies to drive change
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Foster UK-China collaboration to advance the roles of women working within STEM industries
During the Forum, the British Ambassador to China, Dame Caroline Wilson DCMG, will host a panel discussion with a delegation of British and Chinese female STEM leaders, including but not limited to:
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Prof. Marika Taylor, Pro Vice Chancellor & Head of College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Birmingham
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Prof. Sue Black OBE FRSA, Professor of Computer Science, Durham University
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Dr Fiona McNeill, FBCS, FRSE – Reader of Computing Education, University of Edinburgh
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Prof. Lynne Corner, COO of the UK National Innovation Centre for Ageing & Director of VOICE
Throughout the Forum, attendees will have the opportunity to speak with professionals and experts working within a wide range of STEM subjects, so as to share their own experiences, develop their networks and learn from leaders in their fields.
Please scan the QR code below and fill out the form to complete registration.
Agenda
10:00-10:30 Registration 签到注册
10:30-11:00 Keynote speeches 主题发言
11:00-12:30 Panel discussion and Q&A session 圆桌讨论与现场问答
12:30-13:45 Lunch 午餐
13:45-15:00 Breakout sessions 分组讨论
15:00-15:30 Tea break 茶歇
15:30-17:15 Seminars and closing remarks 专题研讨和闭幕致辞