SAHZU and National Heart Centre Singapore collaborate to tackle heart problems2024-02-26Tuesday, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine (SAHZU) and National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on clinical and translational research in cardiology, as well as to work on education of clinical and/or research staff.SAHZU Chairman Prof. WANG Jian'an signed on the MOU on behalf of SAHZU in the ceremony ... READ MORE |
Domestication of “ancestral” cotton in Hainan dates back to 3,000 years ago2024-02-22When vast cotton fields in Korla, Xinjiang entered their flowering period, scientists were captivated by a single cotton plant that remained unyielding to blossom. This particular wild cotton, originating from Yacheng, Hainan, boasts an extremely ancient genetic “lineage”. Scientists thus embarked on a series of studies, reconstructing its “lost” history from two hundreds of thousands of years... READ MORE |
Bold moments of ZJUers (Part 2)2024-02-16In a world where boundless landscapes nurture audacious dreams, individuals in the Zhejiang University community dare to look, listen, try, and strive. This audacity intertwines with their essence, their existence, and their journey through life... They follow their heart with courage and belief. Today, let us celebrate their remarkable narratives.This is Part 2 of a two-part stories about ZJU dre... READ MORE |
Bold moments of ZJUers (Part 1)2024-02-15In a world where boundless landscapes nurture audacious dreams, individuals in the Zhejiang University community dare to look, listen, try, and strive. This audacity intertwines with their essence, their existence, and their journey through life... They follow their heart with courage and belief. Today, let us celebrate their remarkable narratives.This is Part 1 of a two-part stories about ZJU dre... READ MORE |
Illuminating futures: ZJU volunteers reflect on transformative teaching in underserved areas2024-02-14Generation after generation, Zhejiang University's Graduate Volunteer Teaching Groups have passed the baton, with 25 batches and 349 volunteers dedicating their efforts to teaching in China's less developed central and western regions. Recently, members from the 25th batch shared their transformative teaching experiences.WANG Hao, who teaches biology to 8th graders at Dongchen Middle Schoo... READ MORE |
Decorated with love: wall art painted by ZJU artists2024-02-13As the renovation of the Yuquan Campus Yishantang first-floor restaurant nears completion, a vibrant large-scale oil painting adorns the wall - depicting a year-round view of the campus, weaving through day and night scenes in the Qiu Shi Garden. This is the first collective creation attempt by the Zhejiang University Oil Painting Association since its establishment, completed by eight Zhejiang Un... READ MORE |
ZJU scientists uncover amygdala-independent neural mechanism for fear and anxiety2024-02-12Excessive or repetitive fear play a significant role in the development of anxiety disorders, with the amygdala serving as the central locus for fear processing. Clinical research has demonstrated that individuals with bilateral amygdala damage are still capable of experiencing fear, indicating the amygdala may not be absolutely required for fear. To date, the neural mechanisms underlying fear tha... READ MORE |
ZJU scientists delve into second-order susceptibility from ITO-based nanolayer2024-02-10The electro-optical neural network chip has captured immense attention in both academia and industry, particularly thanks to the substantial competitive edge facilitated by photonics technology. In comparison with electronic AI chips, photonic AI chips exhibit their advantages in two primary aspects. First, they feature lower link loss and higher bandwidth, resulting in higher energy efficiency. S... READ MORE |
Happy Chinese New Year 20242024-02-10To the cherished ZJU community and our international friends,With heartfelt warmth, the Office of Global Engagement sends its most fervent wishes for a splendid Chinese New Year!We are embarking on the Year of the Dragon, starting from Feb. 10, 2024, and lasting until Jan. 28, 2025. The dragon, an emblem of power and honor within the Chinese zodiac, symbolizes prosperity and good fortune. Esteemed... READ MORE |
Embark on an inspiring journey from insect fear to pest control with the Chu Kochen Scholar winner!2024-02-05Meet HE Chun, a 2021 Master's student from the College of Agriculture and Biotechnology at Zhejiang University, and the honored recipient of the 2023 Chu Kochen Scholarship - the highest accolade bestowed upon ZJU students. She has devoted herself to the study of green pest control in agriculture, actively participating in major national projects like the Key Program of the National Natural Sc... READ MORE |
Nature’s blueprint: ‘Polar Bear Sweater 2.0’ inspired by wildlife’s superb cold defense2024-02-04In terms of thermal insulation, polar bears serve as a walking ‘textbook.’ Enveloped in an ultra-insulating “sweater,” they can adapt to frigid temperatures as low as -40°C. Their fur, remarkable for its hollow structure, traps a significant volume of ‘still’ air, thereby reducing heat loss by inhibiting both heat conduction and convection. This principle has inspired the design of warm app... READ MORE |
ZJU scientists make big breakthrough in propylene separation technology2024-02-03Propylene stands as a ubiquitous raw material in our daily lives, serving as a fundamental element in the production of various chemical goods, including plastics, household appliances, medical devices, synthetic fibers, and cosmetics. Undoubtedly, it ranks among the most bulk chemical products globally.However, there is a formidable challenge in industrial production, where propylene and propane,... READ MORE |
Revolutionizing catalysts’ lifespan: A novel strategy for sustained nano-particle stability and activity2024-02-02The groundbreaking catalyst design strategy introduced by the research team, led by Prof. XIAO Feng-Shou and Prof. WANG Liang from the College of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Zhejiang University, revolves around the innovative utilization of dealuminated zeolites as carriers. This strategic implementation serves to finely regulate the dynamic evolution process of copper nanoparticle... READ MORE |
Topping off of the first multi-story engineered bamboo building2024-01-30On January 12th, a topping off ceremony was held for the first multi-story modern bamboo building developed and designed by Prof. Xiao's research group of ZJUI at the Zhejiang University (Ninghai) Joint Research Center for Bio-based Materials and Carbon Neutral Development. This building situated at the southern foot of Feifeng Mountain and has been constructed under the support of Ningha... READ MORE |