Magic cubes: reconfigurable underwater robotics2024-04-14At the first sight of several square, gelatinous “cubes,” you might find it hard to visualize them as a new type of underwater robot. Professor ZHOU Jing and her colleagues from College of Electrical Engineering, Zhejiang University ingeniously designed a set of neatly shaped and functionally diverse cubes. They can be quickly and flexibly assembled underwater to create an array of robot sh... READ MORE |
Cinematic bridges: exploring Africa with ZHANG Yong2024-04-14"What is the current state of the TAZARA Railway?""How are people-to-people exchanges between China and Africa conducted?""How does the younger generation view intercultural issues?" ZHANG Yong, a research professor at the College of Media and International Culture at ZJU, answers these questions through his documentary works. He serves as a director, teacher, an... READ MORE |
ZJU Vice President LI Xiaoming meets with delegation from Hong Kong Hospital Authority2024-04-12On the afternoon of April 8, Dr. Tony KO Pat-sing, the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Hospital Authority, and his delegation visited Zhejiang University. Vice President Li Xiaoming graciously received the distinguished guests, joined by leaders from the Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan Affairs Office, the Office of Hospital Administration, and the School of Medicine.LI Xiaoming extended his heartfel... READ MORE |
FAHZU highlights the global influence of China’s innovations in CAR T-cell therapy2024-04-10In a significant stride for China's presence on the global stage of cell immunotherapy, Professor HUANG He from theBone Marrow Transplantation Center of the First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine (FAHZU) has been at the forefront, showcasing remarkable advancements in CAR T-cell therapy. Recently, the contributions of his team were highlighted in ... READ MORE |
Unlocking the mystery of insect reproduction: insights from LI Yang2024-04-09LI Yang, the recipient of the Chu Kochen Scholarship (the highest honor bestowed upon ZJU students) for the academic year 2021-2022, is a doctoral student majoring in the “Agricultural Entomology and Pest Control” discipline at the College of Agriculture and Biotechnology.As the first author, he has published three SCI papers, including the top international journal Cell with his research findin... READ MORE |
World's first application of CAR-T therapy for childhood-onset SLE2024-04-05Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy, a pioneering treatment for B-cell malignancies, has garnered significant attention lately due to its promising potential in tackling severe autoimmune disorders, especially systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Nonetheless, there is a notable absence of reported applications of CAR-T therapy in pediatric SLE patients.In March 2024, the Children's... READ MORE |
Why certain students excel in math: ZJU scientists unlock this mystery2024-04-03Learning is undeniably one of the most crucial skills for human beings, prompting many parents to find answers to such questions like “how can children learn more easily” and how can they learn better and faster.”To address this quest for effective learning strategies, Professor CHEN Feiyan from the Zhejiang University School of Physics and Professor Vinod Menon from the Stanford Universit... READ MORE |
ZJU scientists unravel the enigma of fear defensive behavior2024-04-03On March 5, the research team led by Professors YU Yanqin, DUAN Shumin and YANG Hongbin from the Zhejiang University School of Brain Science and Brain Medicine published an open-access article titled “Control of defensive behavior by the nucleus of Darkschewitsch GABAergic neurons” in the journal National Science Review. This groundbreaking work reveals, for the first time, the crucial... READ MORE |
“Half-day Librarian” experience at ZJU2024-04-02Zhejiang University Library has introduced an innovative initiative called the Half-day Librarian experience, aiming to immerse students and readers in the world of librarianship. This unique program invites participants to assume the roles and responsibilities of librarians, empowering participants to effectively utilize the library's resources and services.Five groups of book enthusiast... READ MORE |
A new family tree revises our understanding of bird evolution2024-04-02A team of researchers from the Bird 10,000 Genomes (B10K) consortium, initiated by Professor ZHANG Guojie of Centre for Evolutionary & Organismal Biology at Zhejiang University and collaborators, has reported a new bird family tree that promises to reshape our understanding of avian evolution. Published in Nature on April 1st, 2024, the study entitled Complexity of avian evolution reveale... READ MORE |
"Mobile notes" and versatile polymath: ZOU Yiyang's interdisciplinary learning journey2024-04-01For three consecutive years, ZOU Yiyang has topped the ranks in his major, tackling dozens of courses across nine different faculties. Elevating himself while guiding others, he’s seen as an all-knowing mentor by his juniors and a jack-of-all-trades amongst peers—an exemplary figure in interdisciplinary learning at Zhejiang University. As the recipient of the Chu Kochen Scholarship (the highest h... READ MORE |
From classic to contemporary: innovative reproduction in the architectural course at ZJU2024-04-01At Zijingang Campus of Zhejiang University, striking models resembling three Rome Pantheons, four Cenotaphs for Newton, and a Villa Rotonda have been unveiled. Crafted meticulously, these models, inspired by classical architectural prototypes, exude both uniqueness and harmony, captivating the attention of faculty, students, and tourists alike. Serving as the backdrop for this visual feast is the ... READ MORE |
ZJU celebrates Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony2024-03-31On the afternoon of March 30, the Zhejiang University Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony and the Master’s and Doctoral Degree Ceremony unfolded on Zijingang Campus. More than 2,000 graduates, adorned in caps and gowns, were eagerly prepared to embark on their next chapter of life.DU Jiangfeng, President of Zhejiang University, extended his heartfelt wishes to the graduates and delivered a stirring... READ MORE |
ZJU President DU Jiangfeng meets with US Consul General Scott Walker2024-03-28On the morning of March 22, DU Jiangfeng, President of Zhejiang University, met with Mr. Scott Walker, Consul General at the US Consulate General in Shanghai, and his delegation on Zijingang Campus.President DU Jiangfeng extended his heartfelt welcome to Mr. Scott Walker and his delegation. He provided an overview of Zhejiang University, highlighting its strides in carbon neutrality research and t... READ MORE |