On the afternoon May 22, 2015, the 1^st China Innovation and Technology Fair (CITF) opened in Guangzhou, aiming to set up a national platform for promotion and transactions of scientific research findings and further cooperation of industries, academic institutions and research institutes. The CITF will focus on exhibition and promotion of 1,092 scientific research findings. Based on the early-stage matching, intentions for cooperation in 20 scientific research findings have been basically reached. After the opening ceremony of the fair, a contract signing ceremony will be held for a number of cooperation projects.

 

The 1^st CITF aims to build up a communication and cooperation platform for innovative scientific and technological achievements, concentrate talents engaged in scientific and technological innovation, promote transformation of scientific research findings and attract more creative talents, cooperation project and technologies to Guangzhou to develop a city brand for Guangzhou.

 

It was learnt that, the CITF will be held yearly in Guangzhou. The 1^st CITF covers an exhibition area of about 3,000 square meters to show 1,092 scientific research findings and projects. More than 400 exhibitors will attend the fair, with booths distributed in 20 zones divided by industry and region. The fair will be closed on May 23.

 

The first intentions for cooperation in 20 scientific research findings in Guangzhou concern a total investment of about RMB2 billion.

 

Source: Guangzhou Daily, May 22, 2015