Title: Science and technology centres as agents for promoting science culture in developing nations

Authors: Leo Wee Hin Tan, R. Subramaniam

Addresses: National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, 1 Nanyang Walk, 637616, Singapore. National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, 1 Nanyang Walk, 637616, Singapore

Abstract: The insertion of science and technology centres in the scientific and educational infrastructure of developing nations is suggested to be an effective way to promote a popular science culture among people, thus helping to catalyse a culture supportive of science and technology-driven socio-economic development. A framework for the setting up of such centres is presented in the context of national initiatives and/or international development assistance. The experiences of the Singapore Science Centre on some of the issues are discussed.

Keywords: science and technology centres; public understanding of science; science literacy; Singapore.

DOI: 10.1504/IJTM.2003.003110

International Journal of Technology Management, 2003 Vol.25 No.5, pp.413-426

Published online: 11 Jul 2003 *

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