中国科协主席：人工智能迎来关键窗口期给青年科技人才提供很多机会

Core Insights - The meeting between the president of the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST) and young scientific talents highlighted the critical window period for artificial intelligence (AI), which presents numerous opportunities for young scientists [1][4]. Group 1: AI and Opportunities - The president of CAST, Wan Gang, emphasized that AI is reshaping various fields, including science, engineering, agriculture, and medicine, and is providing many opportunities for young scientific talents [4]. - Wan Gang suggested that young scientists should be self-reliant and acquire interdisciplinary technical knowledge and experience to leverage AI effectively [4]. Group 2: New Energy Vehicles - Wan Gang discussed the rapid development of China's new energy vehicle (NEV) industry, which has contributed to national energy security and reduced air pollution, providing new ideas for the stable development of the automotive industry [3]. - He noted that the development of strategic emerging industries requires clear strategic goals and a defined path for industrialization, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between academia and industry, as well as international cooperation [3]. Group 3: Career Planning for Graduates - Wan Gang addressed the career choices facing university graduates, including further research, employment, or entrepreneurship, and stressed the need for self-assessment based on individual circumstances [4]. - He highlighted the importance of systematic knowledge, academic innovation, and long-term focus for those pursuing research, while also noting the value of experience accumulation for those entering the workforce [4]. Group 4: Science Communication and Research - Wan Gang pointed out that scientific innovation and science popularization are two wings of a scientific worker's growth, promoting a mutually beneficial relationship between the two [5]. - He encouraged young scientists to engage in science communication as a way to enhance their understanding of research work and improve research efficiency [5]. Group 5: Scientific Spirit - Wan Gang recommended that young scientists visit the China Science Museum to immerse themselves in the spirit of scientists, which can inspire them in their own scientific journeys [7].