Hosted by Jeonbuk Science and Culture Hub Center... Participation of Disability Welfare Center Users

On the 5th, the National University of Gunsan, with support from the Korea Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Technology and Jeollabuk-do, successfully operated the "Science-Friendly Day" program as part of the "Enhancing Regional Science and Culture Capacity Project (Jeonbuk Science and Culture Hub Center)."

In this program, 13 users from the Gimje Disability Welfare Center and 11 officials visited the Sunchang Fermentation Theme Park. Participants explored the Onggi Jonggi Science Hall, Yeast Hall, and Fungi Hall, experiencing firsthand the principles of fermentation science and the world of microorganisms. They also experienced the fun of science through various activities such as making macarons.

The participating guides expressed their impressions, saying, "It was impressive to see the welfare center users interested and enjoying fermentation science." Yoo Su-chang, the director of the Saemangeum Creative Convergence Center, shared, "It was a beneficial time enjoying science and culture programs with the general public."

Meanwhile, the Jeonbuk Science and Culture Hub Center is operated with support from the Ministry of Science and ICT, the Korea Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Technology, the Science and Technology Promotion Fund, and the Lottery Fund, contributing to the development of science and technology and the promotion of welfare for low-income and marginalized groups.