IBM, govt establish science museum

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