China’s third comprehensive national science center in Huairou, Beijing, is to take shape by 2020 and become world-renowned by 2030. The projections are based on the construction plan and outlook of the center as disclosed at the first international seminar on comprehensive science centers held on July 12, Xinhuanet.com reported.

The science center will focus on key scientific areas, including physical science, space science and geosciences, in order to give full support to innovation of core technologies in relation to development of national economy and emerging industries.

Meanwhile, construction of the centre’s first five interdisciplinary platforms is underway according to plans.

Approved by China’s National Development and Reform Commission as well as the Ministry of Science and Technology in May, the center is China’s third after those in Zhangjiang, Shanghai and Hefei, Anhui province.