Future of Science: Breakthroughs and Impacts
HONG KONG, Nov. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Roundtable with Shaw Laureates – Future of Science: Breakthroughs and Impacts", presented jointly by The Shaw Prize Foundation and the Hong Kong Science Museum, and organised by the South China Morning Post, was held on 14 November at the Hong Kong Science Museum. This gathering brought together four distinguished 2024 Shaw Laureates for a cross-disciplinary discussion on various aspects of scientific research, from interpersonal to international communication and collaboration, to the impact of AI on the entire scientific community and beyond. The roundtable attracted over 120 in-person participants, and hundreds of audiences online.
Among the speakers were Shrinivas Kulkarni, Shaw Laureate in Astronomy 2024; Swee Lay Thein and Stuart Orkin, Shaw Laureates in Life Science and Medicine 2024; and Peter Sarnak, Shaw Laureate in Mathematical Sciences 2024.
A key focus of the conversation was the increasing role of emerging technologies, particularly AI, in science research. The speakers acknowledged the inevitability of AI's integration across all disciplines and emphasised the need for scientists to embrace this advancement. From a life science point of view, AI has the potential to accelerate drug development by replacing the traditional trial-and-error method. Students should be equipped with the technology, and be aware of what the tool can and cannot do. Mathematician Sarnak highlighted the importance of leveraging valuable resources such as international conferences, particularly those hosted in major cities like Hong Kong, to maximise the impact of AI in driving scientific breakthroughs through enhanced international collaboration.
While recognising the benefits of AI, concerns regarding the implications of this technology were also addressed during the roundtable. Speakers stressed the pivotal role of the understanding process in the pursuit of knowledge, emphasising that this process encapsulates the true essence of being a scientist – an aspect that AI cannot replicate.
During the interactive session, speakers answered various questions from the audience, among which were many young researchers and scholars. Life scientists Orkin and Thein encouraged young scientists to pursue their own interests and commit to work that they strongly believe in. In contrast, Astronomer Kulkarni, who viewed science as a strategic endeavour, advised students to identify and maximise one's strengths and optimise resources effectively to achieve success in this "game" in science.
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Roundtable with Shaw Laureates
ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- accesso Technology Group (AIM: ACSO), the premier technology solutions provider for attractions, leisure, entertainment and cultural markets worldwide, with venues in more than 30 countries, will showcase its most innovative and comprehensive line-up of attractions technology solutions yet at IAAPA Expo Orlando from November 19-22, 2024, Booth 5131. accesso, will highlight how it leverages deep industry knowledge to drive revenue and deliver excellent guest experiences for attractions operators.
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accesso Passport®: At the 2024 show, accesso will showcase the latest release of accesso Passport, version six of the award-winning, end-to-end eCommerce solution with a completely revamped user interface and user experience. The new version includes a range of updates and new modules designed to streamline operations and drive revenue while delivering an intuitive and beautiful experience for guests on any device across the guest journey.
This powerful solution is more than an eCommerce system—it's a full featured SaaS platform designed to support the entire operation. With its industry-leading eCommerce capabilities at the core, accesso Passport drives increased revenue while offering seamless management of tickets, season passes, parking, meal deals, and more.
"Accesso Passport offers a depth of capability that's unmatched in the industry," said Steve Brown, accesso CEO. "Our strategy has always been to offer advanced revenue generating capability and it's a strategy that has resonated with our clients. Our team is continuously making significant updates to ensure we deliver quality products that ensure our clients have the latest technology at their fingertips, delivering meaningful value to help them reach their goals."
New this year and not to be missed, attendees at IAAPA will also want to check out accesso Passport mPOS. This flexible, adaptable mobile point-of-sale solution is easy to set-up and control so you can redefine your guest experience by taking payments wherever your guests are. Empower your staff to easily sell dated, timed, capacity, or dynamically priced tickets, parking, special exhibitions, add-ons, and more!
Other Featured Solutions in Booth 5131 include:
On the accesso booth, IAAPA visitors will experience:
To meet with accesso, and see how our latest solutions drive more revenue, stop by Booth 5131 or email sales@accesso.com to arrange a pre-booked appointment.
About accesso Technology Group plc
accesso is the leading global provider of patented and award-winning technology solutions that redefine the guest experience, drive increased revenue, streamline operations and support data-driven business decisions for leisure & entertainment operators. Currently serving over 1,200 venues worldwide, accesso invests heavily in research and development to provide venues with technology that empowers them to deliver unforgettable guest experiences. Staffed by a team of attractions, cultural venue and ski industry veterans, accesso partners with venues to increase their range of on- and off-site guest engagement to drive increased revenue through intuitive ticketing, point-of-sale, virtual queuing, distribution and experience management technology.
accesso is a public company, listed on AIM: a market operated by the London Stock Exchange. Learn more at accesso.com or follow accesso on X (Twitter), LinkedIn and Facebook.
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accesso® Highlights Industry-Leading Guest Experience Solutions at IAAPA Expo Orlando 2024
