Perovskite: doping control for a next-generation semiconductor2024-09-11Controllable doping in a perovskite semiconductor enables ultra-bright LEDsSemiconductors are at the heart of the modern electronic industry. The ability of controlling the polarity and concentration of electric charges in semiconductors have led to revolutionary inventions including diodes, transistors, solar cells, detectors, LEDs and semiconductor lasers. For typical semiconductors, the control... READ MORE |
ZHOU Liming—An idol in the eyes of his students2024-09-10The course has concluded, but students linger, forming a long line—not for a fleeting chance at a celebrity’s autography, but for the signature of their professor. What’s this revered course? Students’ comments abound: “A real gem,” “It drew me into the world of law,” and “It meets every great expectation I had for a general education course.”This course is Theory and Practice o... READ MORE |
Insight@ZJU: China, Africa advance modernization in new era (II)2024-09-09【Editor’s Note: The joint pursuit of modernization by China and Africa will set off a wave of modernization in the Global South and open a new chapter for building a community with a shared future for humanity, as emphasized at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. WEI Longbao, distinguished professor of Qiushi, director of the Institute of Food and Ag... READ MORE |
Insight@ZJU: China, Africa advance modernization in new era (I)2024-09-09【Editor’s Note: The joint pursuit of modernization by China and Africa will set off a wave of modernization in the Global South and open a new chapter for building a community with a shared future for humanity, as emphasized at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. GONG Sen, a professor at the School of Public Affairs, and director of the Centre for In... READ MORE |
Zhejiang University teachers shine at Fourth National Teaching Innovation Competition2024-09-09The finals of the Fourth National Teaching Innovation Competition for College Teachers, led by the Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education and hosted by the China Association of Higher Education, recently concluded at the University of Electronic Science and Technology. Zhejiang University stood out in the competition, with five of its teachers delivered exceptional performa... READ MORE |
15 years in the making: ZJU researchers ‘forge’ a powerful weapon against cancer2024-09-07Cancer remains the second leading cause of both incidence and mortality among humans worldwide, and China has felt its devastating impact most acutely. In 2022, the country recorded 4.82 million new cancer cases and 2.57 million cancer-related deaths—the highest figures globally. This overwhelming prevalence of cancer has fueled widespread fear among the public. One of the most promising approache... READ MORE |
ZJU scientist unravels the therapeutic effect and mechanism of small nucleolar RNAs in acute kidney injury2024-09-03Acute kidney injury (AKI) signifies a sudden and prolonged decline in kidney function characterized by tubular cell death and interstitial inflammation. Small nucleolar RNAs (snoRNAs) are conserved non-coding RNAs known for guiding 2’-O-ribose methylation and pseudouridylation of ribosomal RNA (rRNAs) and small nuclear RNAs (snRNAs), playing pivotal roles in oxidative stress and inflammation. The... READ MORE |
LEAP Global Summer Program wraps up2024-08-30Zhejiang University's International Campus was abuzz with excitement as it marked the conclusion of the second LEAP Global Summer Program. The ceremony was presided over by LI Hanying, Dean of the International Campus, who also delivered a heartfelt closing address.Initiated in 2023 by ZIBS, the LEAP Global Summer Program is designed to foster international youth interaction by immersing ... READ MORE |
Ketamine targets specific brain region to “fire first shot” to depression2024-08-29For decades, ketamine has been known mainly as an anesthetic and a notorious party drug dubbed “Special K.” But in recent years, its unexpected ability to rapidly alleviate depression has transformed it from a “devil” to an “angel” in mental health treatment. This remarkable shift in perception hinges significantly on our deep understanding of how ketamine combats depression at its core.Prof... READ MORE |
ZJU celebrates Convocation for the Class of 20282024-08-23On August 20th, the Zijingang Campus was alive with enthusiasm as it held its Convocation to welcome the Class of 2028. The ceremony was not only a celebration but also a call to action for new students.In his keynote address, President DU Jiangfeng welcomed the students with a powerful message about the potential of youth. He emphasized, Youthful strength lies in setting lofty ambitions, committi... READ MORE |
Grips 2024: celebrating innovation and culture2024-08-22The 2024 Global Research Immersion Program for Young Scientists (Grips 2024) came to a close on August 16 at Zhejiang University, marking the end of a transformative journey for its international cohort.DU Jiangfeng, President of Zhejiang University, and SHU Peidong, Deputy Director General of the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Education, attended the closing ceremony of the Grips. ZHOU Jiangho... READ MORE |
ZJU researchers design new molecules to promote industrialization of perovskite solar cells2024-08-14As the world transitions from fossil fuels to green renewable energy, solar photovoltaics have emerged as a leading clean energy technology. Among these, perovskite solar cells have captured immense attention due to their superior photoelectric conversion efficiency and cost-effectiveness. However, their stability remains a major hurdle, with prolonged use leading to degradation and failure to mee... READ MORE |
Promising ‘all-in-one’ treatment for aggressive blood cancers2024-08-07Combining CAR-T cell therapy and stem cell transplantation could help patients with difficult-to-treat blood cancers.A new ‘all-in-one’ treatment that integrates CAR-T cell therapy with more established stem cell transplantation therapy might improve outcomes for patients with blood cancers, according to a study led by researchers at Zhejiang University in China. The treatment exploits... READ MORE |
Zhejiang University strengthens ties with Singaporean universities2024-08-05From July 14 to 17, a delegation led by WU Jian, Vice President of Zhejiang University, paid a productive visit to Singapore, fostering robust partnerships with key academic institutions. The delegation engaged in in-depth discussions with the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), the National University of Singapore (NUS), and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) on critical top... READ MORE |