More than 120 scholars and researchers from home and abroad gathered at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, for the 2014 Beijing Humboldt Forum on Friday.

The forum, which will last over the weekend, will see scholars and researchers discuss technological innovation, industrial growth, green economy and other related topics.

The forum is being held jointly by the Humboldt Foundation and the University of International Business and Economics, with the support of selected German and Austrian universities and research institutes.

Established in November 2013, the Beijing Humboldt Forum is part of the Humboldt Foundation's regional sessions, and provides a platform for cooperation and exchanges on green culture, which involves politics, business and academics.

The Humboldt Foundation is named after German scientist Alexander von Humboldt.