China's first national museum dedicated to scientists opened to the public in Beijing on Thursday, which is the eighth National Science and Technology Workers' Day.

China Scientists Museum is the first museum showcasing the achievements of Chinese scientists and promoting the spirit of scientific exploration.

The museum features six exhibitions of the academic materials of senior scientists; a commemoration of the centenary of Deng Jiaxian's birth; an exploration of Qian Xuesen's motivations; a look at engineering culture through industrial heritage; a special display marking the 20th anniversary of the publication of Flora of China; as well as Return — Exhibition of US-educated Scientists Returning to China in the 1950s.

China Scientists Museum draws upon a rich collection of materials. Over the past 15 years, a collaborative project has collected academic materials from 674 scientists, resulting in a vast archive for future generations.