Have you ever wondered about the scientific principles behind science fiction stories? How is artificial intelligence (AI) used to create these novels? We have invited Dr Tim Leung, a local author of children's science fiction, to introduce his series "Future Science Rescue Team". Participants will take part in fun experiments to explore the scientific concepts behind the stories. Dr Leung will also demonstrate how to use AI to create science fiction stories, encouraging children to read and write science fiction.

Date: 10.11.2024 (Sun)
Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Suitable for: Children aged 8-12, accompanied by an adult
Fee: Free
Venue: Extension Activities Room, Kowloon Public Library (5 Pui Ching Road, Kowloon)
Speaker: Dr Tim Leung (Local children's science fiction author)
Language: Cantonese
Capacity: 15 parent-child groups (limited quotas available on a first-come, first-served basis)
Application method: Reservations can be made by telephone starting from 27.10.2024 (Sun) 9:00am by calling Kowloon Public Library
Enquiries and reservation: 2926 4055

Important Notes:
1. “PicCraft-AI Image Creator”* and “Poe-Fast AI Chat”* will be used during the activity. Participants are recommended to download the applications to their smartphones prior to the start of the activity.

*PicCraft-AI Image Creator: supports phones with iOS operating system (download link)
Poe-Fast AI Chat: supports phones with iOS (download link) and Android operating systems (download link)

2. Participants should arrive at the activity venue 15 minutes in advance for registration. If they are late, their places will be allocated to other persons waiting at the venue on a first-come-first-served basis.

Jointly organised by the Hong Kong Public Libraries and the Science Promotion Unit