ZJUers’ diary of the giant panda2023-08-17When you see cute and adorable giant pandas, you will definitely be fascinated by them.Recently, the summer social practice team from the Zhejiang University School of Life Sciences visited China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda — the world’s largest research and conservation institute for giant pandas. They assumed their identity as “poop scoopers” and “nutritionists... READ MORE |
Dialogue@ZJU: With students from the 2023 ZJU SDG Global Summer School2023-08-16[Editor’s Note: In August 2023, the ZJU SDG Global Summer School welcomed over 1,000 talented students from more than 80 countries and regions. During this event, participants delved into solutions for seven of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through engaging academic modules and exciting extracurricular activities. What did these students acquire from their participa... READ MORE |
Weird, hard, and elastic matter bounces into view2023-08-16Chemical worlds combine to createa a substance that simultaneously behaves like a ceramic and a plastic.Smash-proof smartphone screens could be one application of a novel hybrid material that merges multiple incongruous properties in a single substance. The material simultaneously possesses the hardness and strength of a ceramic, the deformable elasticity of rubber, and the re-mouldability of... READ MORE |
Delegation of Cyprus University of Technology visits ZJU2023-08-15On August 9, ZHU Shiqiang, deputy chairman of the Zhejiang University Council welcomed a delegation from the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) led by Rector Panayiotis Zaphiris and Chairman of the CUT’s Board of Trustees Christos Homatas.During the meeting, ZHU Shiqiang extended a warm welcome to the delegation and provided an overview of Zhejiang University’s remarkable achievements in tale... READ MORE |
Dialogue@ZJU: Messages from professors of ZJU SDG Global Summer School2023-08-15[Editor’s Note: The 2023 Zhejiang University SDG Global Summer School concluded on August 14. Over 1,000 talented students from more than 80 countries and regions participated in the two-week program. During this time, they explored solutions for sustainability under the mentorship of world-class professors from ZJU and its partner universities. What is the significance of these five ac... READ MORE |
Liquid-triggered graphene photodetectors as a stepping stone for revolutionizing healthcare monitoring2023-08-11In the rapidly evolving landscape of smart healthcare, the shift towards digitalization gains momentum, and a promising frontier emerges with the advent of the new generation of photodetectors. Among these advancements, graphene material stands out as a beacon of hope, showcasing remarkable properties such as large carrier mobility, exceptional optical transparency, and robust mechanical strength.... READ MORE |
New strategy involving suppressing cell senescence for treating disc degeneration2023-08-10Disc degeneration is a common pathology for various degenerative spinal disorders, characterized by nucleus pulposus (NP) cell senescence and extracellular matrix (ECM) degradation. However, effective treatments for disc degeneration are currently unavailable. Recently, Prof. WANG Yue from the First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine (FAHZU) published an art... READ MORE |
STABLE endoscopy: Achieving super-resolution imaging using multimode fibers for in vivo diagnosis2023-08-09Recently, a joint team from the Zhejiang University College of Optical Science and Engineering and Zhejiang Lab, led by Professors LIU Xu and YANG Qing, developed a technique called “spatial-frequency tracking adaptive beacon light-field encoding” (STABLE) for achieving super-resolution imaging (λ/3NA) based on multimode fibers (MMFs). Stable transmission and reconstruction of light f... READ MORE |
Scientists elucidate the emission mechanism of standardized driving behavior2023-08-02Vehicle driving behavior is closely related to people's daily travel, and the resulting emissions have become an important source of air pollution. Previous studies have mostly discussed transport emission reduction control measures and expected effects from the perspectives of governments, policymakers, and automakers, but few studies have explored the long-term impact of driving behavior and... READ MORE |
Empowering global youth for a sustainable future: ZJU’s SDG Global Summer School unveiled2023-07-31“The SDGs are a common vision for humanity and a series of actions to benefit people and our planet,” stated Prof. HE Lianzhen, vice president of Zhejiang University, during the virtual the opening ceremony of the 2nd SDG Global Summer School held on July 31st. Themed on “SDG for a Shared Future”, the Summer School has gathered over a thousand young students from 82 countries and regions ... READ MORE |
ZJU team explores the susceptibility transformation and resistance mechanisms of CRKP during polymyxin B treatment2023-07-25Klebsiella pneumoniae, a member of the Enterobacteriaceae family, is a common pathogen in both community-acquired and healthcare-associated infections. Carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CRKP) is known as a superbug and antibiotic killer due to its complex enzyme profile and high virulence. According to data from the National Bloodstream Infection Bacteria Resistant Surveillance Netw... READ MORE |
Wenqin Chorus of Zhejiang University wins gold medals at 12th World Choir Games2023-07-21From July 3 to July 13, the 12th World Choir Games (WCG2023) took place in the captivating city of Gangneung, South Korea. In this attention-grabbing choral event, the Wenqin Chorus of Zhejiang University shone brightly with their stellar performance amid fierce competition. Their extraordinary talent led them to win two gold medals in two categories, namely C5 University and College Choirs and C2... READ MORE |
How do fish affect soil methane oxidation in the rice-fish system?2023-07-20On June 20, the laboratory of CHEN Xin and TANG Jianjun at the College of Life Science,Zhejiang University,published an article entitled “Fish mediate surface soil methane oxidation in the agriculture heritage rice–fish system” in the journal Ecosystems. This study reveals how fish affect surface soil methane oxidation through foraging activities that cause trophic cascading ... READ MORE |
UChicago and ZJU strengthen ties2023-07-19On July 14, a delegation from the University of Chicago, led by Ms. Katie Hrinyak, associate vice president for Global Initiatives & Strategy, and Dr. GE Zening, executive director of UChicago’s Center in Beijing, paid a visit to Zhejiang University to deepen partnership and promote multidisciplinary cooperation between the two institutions.Warmly welcoming the delegation, Prof. LI Min, direc... READ MORE |