2020 is undoubtedly a difficult year for most of us. The ZJU community, however, was quick to respond to the challenges and uncertainties posed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Earlier this year, more than 500 ZJU medics joined the battle in Wuhan, where the coronavirus outbreak first emerged. With the front-line experiences, a handbook on the prevention and treatment of Covid-19 was later compiled and spread to over 230 countries and regions.
Meanwhile, the University remained resilient by adopting a combination of online and offline approaches to learning, research, engagement and administrative services. The spring quarter started as scheduled in February with over 5,000 courses shifted online. Empowered by digital technology, faculty, students and staff adjusted quickly to virtual meetings and exchanges jointly developed with ZJU partner institutions. As much as the virus distances people, communications technology and a shared commitment to human welfare have brought us closer together.
While continuing to advance research to address big problems facing the humanities, ZJU is ready to celebrate some notable accomplishments. Here is a roundup of the compelling stories from the year.
China’s first undergraduate programs in brain science launched
Another batch of ZJU medical staff answered the call from Wuhan against COVID-19
Handbook of COVID-19 Prevention and Treatment officially launched
A breakthrough in an atlas of all human cells by ZJU scientists
Five ZJU professors win 2nd National Award for Excellence in Innovation
The 3D replica of Yungang Grottoes now “moveable” around the world
Dr. Imran from CAB clinches the title of My Favorite Foreign Teacher in 2019
ZJU partners with top French grande école to train math talent