The 2010 Seminar on Research Facilities was organized by MOST Department of Facilities and Financial Support on February 2 in Beijing. Representatives from MOST, the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Finance, research institutes and universities as well as academicians, experts and entrepreneurs were present at the event.

Vice Minister LI Xueyong of Science and Technology addressed the event. He reviewed the achievements of supporting innovation and improving people’s well-being in 2009 amidst the international financial crisis. He also made specific requirement on improving research facilities based on the overall science and technology working plan in 2010.