ZHOU Jianghong meets with Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University of Sydney2025-06-06On May 28, ZHOU Jianghong, Vice President of Zhejiang University, met with Katherine Belov, Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University of Sydney, and her delegation on Zijingang Campus. The meeting focused on strengthening academic and research collaboration between the two institutions.Zhou Jianghong extended a warm welcome to Katherine Belov and her delegation. He reviewed the decade-long partnership... READ MORE |
ZJU team uncovers lysosomal mechanism linking SLC7A11 to Parkinson's risk2025-06-05A study led by researchers at Zhejiang University School of Medicine has identified SLC7A11, a cystine/glutamate antiporter localized in lysosomal membrane, as an unconventional hydrogen ion (H⁺) transporter critical for maintaining lysosomal pH balance. Published in Cell on April 24, 2025, the work reveals how defects in this pathway lead to toxic protein aggregation and neuronal dysfun... READ MORE |
ZJU's clinical study demonstrates safety and efficacy of Ru-D regimen in adult patients with newly diagnosed HLH2025-06-03Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a life-threatening hyperinflammatory syndrome with a poor prognosis in adults. Induction therapy strategies for adult HLH patients are largely based on the regimens used for pediatric HLH, particularly on HLH-94/HLH-2004. However, the prognosis and tolerance in adult patients are generally worse than those in children. In a large multicenter retrosp... READ MORE |
Could 3D printing plastic enter a “zero-waste” era? ZJU’s recyclable resin published in Science2025-06-01From custom medical devices to aerospace components, 3D printing has revolutionized manufacturing with its ability to produce intricate, tailored designs rapidly. Yet as the technology becomes increasingly mainstream, a major challenge looms: waste. Like conventional plastics, discarded 3D-printed materials are piling up, with limited options for recycling.Now, a team from Zhejiang University has ... READ MORE |
Former UN Under-Secretary-General visits Zhejiang University to promote global cooperation2025-05-30On May 19, Fabrizio Hochschild-Drummond, former Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations, paid a visit to Zhejiang University, accompanied by his delegation. Vice President ZHOU Jianghong met with the guests and held discussions on deepening international collaboration in education, research, and sustainable development.In his remarks, Vice President Zhou extended a warm welcome and high... READ MORE |
President of Vietnam National University visits Zhejiang University2025-05-30On May 22, a delegation from Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM), led by President Vu Hai Quan, paid a visit to Zhejiang University. The delegation was warmly received by ZHOU Jianghong, Vice President of Zhejiang University.ZHOU Jianghong extended a warm welcome to the delegation. He introduced Zhejiang University’s educational philosophy, disciplinary development, and intern... READ MORE |
ZJU scientists develop OmniPT to enhance precision in cancer diagnosis2025-05-30Malignant tumors, a complex and often deadly disease, have seen an upsetting rise in younger populations in recent years, making them the leading cause of death globally. With advancements in medical standards and heightened public awareness, cancer screening and diagnosis have captured more attention. This, however, has led to mounting workloads and increasing diagnostic pressures for doctors, pa... READ MORE |
Molecular catchers offer breakthrough in determining elusive compound structures2025-05-29Determining a molecule’s structure is fundamental to chemistry, akin to giving it a passport or a fingerprint. Without a clear structural ID, scientists can’t fully understand what a compound is or how it works. But some molecules, especially those with long, flexible alkyl chains, have remained frustratingly difficult to analyze with standard methods.Now, the research team led by Professor HUAN... READ MORE |
Former Latvian President Andris Bērziņš visits Zhejiang University2025-05-29On the afternoon of May 24, former President of Latvia Andris Bērziņš led a delegation to visit Zhejiang University (ZJU), where they were warmly received by Vice President ZHOU Jianghong.During the meeting, Professor ZHOU Jianghong provided an overview of ZJU’s recent developments in academic programs, research innovation, and talent cultivation. He emphasized the University’s commitment ... READ MORE |
Why your mind goes blank during exams?2025-05-28You’ve studied. You’ve practiced. Yet, the moment the math exam begins, your mind turns into a foggy void. You stare at the question: 38 + 63 =, but it might as well be hieroglyphs. What just happened?Psychologist WEI Wei, an associate professor at Zhejiang University Department of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences , has been studying this all-too-familiar phenomenon. Her latest research, ... READ MORE |
Double lung transplant recipient completes 1,500 km cycling journey, redefining life’s limits2025-05-26WANG Yuanqing, a 52-year-old former soldier and end-stage lung disease survivor, has defied medical odds by cycling over 1,500 kilometers from Shenyang to Hangzhou just two years after undergoing a life-saving double lung transplant. His 25-day journey, completed on May 3, stands as a testament to resilience and the transformative power of modern medicine.For 16 years, WANG battled severe pulmonar... READ MORE |
ZJU scientist reveals how noise triggers negative emotions via midbrain circuit2025-05-21The research team led by Dr. YANG Hongbin from the Zhejiang University School of Medicine has recently published an article titled “A midbrain circuit mechanism for noise-induced negative valence coding” in Nature Communications on May 17, 2025. This study revealed how noise affects emotional behaviors through a non-classical auditory pathway.Unpleasant sounds can elicit a range of neg... READ MORE |
ZJU scientist uncovers how brain cells team up to trigger depression2025-05-21The research team led by Professor HU Hailan from the Zhejiang University School of Medicine, has recently published a groundbreaking article titled "Neuron-astrocyte Coupling in Lateral Habenula Mediates Depressive-like Behaviors" in Cell on April 24th, 2025. This study reveals how brain cells dynamically cooperate to drive stress response and depression.Stress-induc... READ MORE |
ZJU research team uncovers emotional power of nature2025-05-20Have you ever found yourself distracted from your screen by the fleeting shadow of a bird outside your window, especially when you’re exhausted from work? In that fleeting moment, is your longing for nature stirred up deep within? This yearning may not be accidental; instead, it could be your inner self sending a signal. Studies have shown that exposure to natural environments is significantly co... READ MORE |