Subject: NSTC is soliciting proposals for "Science Popularization Activity Plans" in 2027. Applications will be accepted from now until January 4, 2027 (internal submissions only).

Instructions:
1. NSTC is soliciting proposals for "Science Popularization Activity Plans" for 2027, encouraging academic and research institutions to organize diverse science popularization activities. These activities aim to translate rich scientific knowledge into easily understandable scientific demonstrations or exhibitions, guiding the public to engage with science in daily life, inspiring interest in scientific exploration, and ultimately understanding the connection between science and daily life and social issues.

2. The implementation period of this plan should be appropriately planned according to the expected schedule of the activities, and must fall between July 1, 2027 and August 31, 2028, with a maximum of one year. The plan must be implemented in accordance with the NSTC Subsidized Special Research Project Operation Guidelines. Applicant institutions and project leaders must carefully read all the requirements in the Proposal Solicitation Form (attached).

3. This project requires online application. All application forms must be created through the NSTC website's "Academic Research and Development Service Network (https://arspb.nstc.gov.tw/)". Related information is also available on the NSTC's "Project Request Area (https://www.nstc.gov.tw/folksonomy/rfpList)".

4. Funding for this project is earmarked for specific purposes. Applications not received will not be accepted.

5. Contact Persons:

(a) For inquiries regarding the project details, please contact Mr. Chao-Feng Chan, NSTC's Science, Education and International Cooperation Division, at (02)2737-7123.

(b) For questions regarding the online application system, please contact the NSTC Information System Service Hotline at 0800-212-058 or (02)2737-7592