A strategic move in the 6G arena: The research journey of PhD student CHEN Zirui2026-03-31At Zhejiang University's College of Information Science and Electronic Engineering, doctoral student CHEN Zirui is navigating an incredibly complex "chessboard", the deep integration of 6G communications and Artificial Intelligence (AI). From his childhood passion for Chinese chess to his current work in cutting-edge 6G+AI laboratories, CHEN Zirui has translated the deduction, c... READ MORE |
A molecular clue to lifelong health: scientists uncover how fetuses keep growing under low-sugar conditions2026-03-27What if one of the earliest secrets to lifelong health is hidden in the liver before birth?Scientists from Zhejiang University and Xiamen University have uncovered a biological mechanism that helps fetuses keep growing even in a naturally low-sugar environment in the womb. Their findings shed light on how the body protects development in early life and how those same protective mechanisms may also... READ MORE |
Chinese universities forge new AI paths: a commentary by Professor ZHAO Yupei in Vanguardia Dossier2026-03-26Professor ZHAO Yupei, the Vice Dean of College of Media and International Culture of Zhejiang University, published an article in prestigious Spanish journal Vanguardia Dossier. The article, titled “De los avances de la IA a su integración” (“AI: From Progress to Integration”), appears in a special edition dedicated to the theme “El siglo de China” (The Chinese Century), which exa... READ MORE |
ZJU’s "Lava Chocolate": from signal corps to dragon boat captain2026-03-26At the College of Animal Sciences, Zhejiang University (ZJU), XIONG Zhiyi (Class of 2020) is affectionately known to her peers as the "Lava Chocolate." The nickname perfectly captures her essence: a disciplined, resilient exterior protecting a warm, passionate heart. As a former combat zone signal soldier turned dragon boat captain, her journey is inspiring a new generation of ... READ MORE |
DAI Zhijun’s team develop a triple-targeting immunotherapy strategy to boost antitumor response through the CXCL16-CXCR6 axis2026-03-25Cancer immunotherapy has transformed the treatment landscape for many malignancies, but a large proportion of patients still fail to achieve durable clinical benefit because tumors establish a profoundly immunosuppressive microenvironment. In particular, simultaneous immune evasion through impaired innate immune activation, TGF-β-driven suppression, and immune checkpoint signaling remains a major... READ MORE |
Building blocks of innovation: a ZJU doctoral student’s green approach to industrial ozone treatment2026-03-24In the global pursuit of environmental sustainability, the efficient and eco-friendly treatment of industrial waste gas remains a critical frontier in chemical engineering. LIAO Jiahong, a doctoral student from the College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University (ZJU), has focused his research on a promising new direction: electrolysis-based ozone removal and resource utilizati... READ MORE |
ZJU strengthens European ties through high-level visits to Germany and the Netherlands2026-03-23From March 11 to 13, a delegation led by MA Yanming, President of Zhejiang University, visited Germany and the Netherlands, further expanding the university’s network of partnerships in Europe.The year 2026 marks the 40th anniversary of the partnership between Zhejiang University and RWTH Aachen University. As a flagship event of Zhejiang University’s “Global Partnership Year of Europe,” the t... READ MORE |
On the frontlines of epidemics: a clinical expert’s 25-year commitment to health and cooperation2026-03-20On March 12, 2026, Zhejiang Province announced the results of its first annual selection of “the most admirable medical workers.” GUO Renyong, head of the Department of Laboratory Medicine of the First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, was among those honored. With 25 years of experience in clinical laboratory medicine, he has gained recognition for his long-standing w... READ MORE |
Breaking educational boundaries: ZJU introduces cutting-edge AI courses to high school classrooms2026-03-19Zhejiang University (ZJU) is spearheading a transformative shift in pedagogical models for the AI era. Recently, a pioneering "cloud classroom" initiative successfully bridged the gap between elite higher education and secondary schooling, connecting ZJU's premier lecture halls with high-achieving seniors at the prestigious Hangzhou Foreign Language School (HFLS). Through real-time i... READ MORE |
Zhejiang University launches landmark new institute2026-03-18On March 15, Zhejiang University officially launched the Institute of Global Development (IGD) on Zijingang Campus, marking a new step in its efforts to support sustainable development and strengthen international cooperation. The IGD was established to help advance the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Global Development Initiative, address major bottlenecks in global development... READ MORE |
98-year-old ZJU alumnus converses in fluent English at West Lake: a living example of lifelong learning2026-03-17Recently, a video of a 98-year-old Chinese man conversing fluently and naturally in English with foreign tourists by West Lake has drawn widespread attention online. This confident and composed elderly gentleman is ZHOU Panlin, an alumnus of Zhejiang University (ZJU). With an open attitude toward communication, he transcends age and national boundaries, showcasing the vitality of Chinese... READ MORE |
Professor XIONG Rong receives IFR “Women Shaping the Future of Robotics 2026” award2026-03-13Professor XIONG Rong, a Qiushi Distinguished Professor at Zhejiang University and Chief Scientist of the Zhejiang Humanoid Robot Innovation Center, has received the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) “Women Shaping the Future of Robotics 2026” Award. Recognizing only 11 outstanding women worldwide each year, the award is among the most prestigious honors for women in robotics. Professor ... READ MORE |
Fitting machines with "eyes": an interdisciplinary global journey from a ZJU undergraduate2026-03-11A 2022-intake undergraduate in Robotics Engineering at Zhejiang University (ZJU), PENG Ziyue is doing more than just building robots—he is giving them a sense of sight. Driven by a steadfast mission to serve humanity through technology, PENG has dedicated his academic career to dismantling the barriers of machine vision, taking his research from local laboratories to the most prestigious scientifi... READ MORE |
Engineering the magic: a Zhejiang University alumnus’s journey in Chinese animation2026-03-10The Chinese animation series “Boonie Bears” has enjoyed immense popularity for over a decade, expanding its reach from television screens to international theme parks. One of the primary architects behind this renowned intellectual property is not a traditionally trained artist, but DING Liang, a graduate of the Power Systems and Automation program at Zhejiang University. As an animati... READ MORE |