Scientists' research must align with national needs

This is an excerpt from a speech delivered by Hou Jianguo, vice-president of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, at the launch ceremony of the academy's first education center on patriotism in July.

My fellow scientists, we are gathered here today to witness the launch of our academy's first education center on patriotism and the Communist Party of China.

Its goal is to allow the new generation of young scientists to learn from their mentors, and see how they have been loyal and devoted to the improvement of the Party and the people.