IBM, govt establish science museum

PALEMBANG, South Sumatra: IBM in cooperation with the South Sumatra provincial government, has established a virtual science museum in Palembang, the capital of South Sumatra.

The museum inauguration was attended on Tuesday by South Sumatra Deputy Governor Mahyuddin and IBM president director Betty Alisjahbana.

The museum, equipped with Internet technology, provides tools for the community to explore the discoveries of famous scientists worldwide. The establishment of the museum is expected to foster an interest among youth and children for science and technology, said Betty. -- JP