Tang Prize Newsletter

The 2024 Tang Prize Award Ceremony was grandly held this afternoon, September 27th, at the Globe Playhouse of the Taipei Performing Arts Center. The ceremony commenced with the majestic sounds of the "Tang Prize Overture," bringing together the 2024 Tang Prize Laureates, hailing from countries including the United States, Denmark, and Ireland, both in person and virtually. ......Over 800 international guests and representatives from industry, government, and academia witnessed this glorious event.

The 2024 Tang Prize Laureate Lectures were held this morning (28th) at the National Central Library. The six laureates: ......they captivated an audience of over 400 with their profound insights and experiences.

The second "Tang Prize Youth Symposium" of 2024 took place this morning (October 1st) at National Hsinchu Senior High School. Professor Omar M. Yaghi, recipient of the 2024 Tang Prize in Sustainable Development, had an engaging conversation with over 230 high school students. ......This marked Professor Yaghi's first-ever lecture addressed to high school students. His love for science, perseverance, and genuine life story deeply inspired the students, sparking enthusiastic participation and numerous questions during the Q&A session.

On the morning of September 30, 2024, Mary Robinson, the 2024 recipient of the Tang Prize for Rule of Law, visited Taipei Municipal Chien Kuo High School. She was joined by distinguished guests, including ......, for a lively discussion.

Following the announcement of the 2024 Tang Prize laureates in June, the Tang Prize Foundation will welcome them to Taiwan in September for the award ceremony and "Tang Prize Week" events. The festivities commence with the "Glory of the Tang Prize Exhibition," opening today (3rd) at the Central Hallway of the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. ...... .

Tang Prize laureates “have demonstrated exceptional professionalism and conscience, developing groundbreaking technologies, advancing public health, fostering cultural exchange, and championing human rights and global justice. Their contributions are immeasurable, and we are deeply grateful for their dedication. We believe their insights will guide us through these turbulent times, and invite all who share our vision to collaborate in building a bright future.” So said Chern Jenn-chuan, CEO of the Tang Prize Foundation, in his opening remarks at the Tang Prizes awards ceremony.