Zhejiang University, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Pinduoduo, has launched a dynamic Digital Agriculture Innovation Bootcamp aimed at empowering youth-led agripreneurs with the support of FAO staff in driving digital transformation in the agrifood sector.The seven-days programme, held in Zhejiang and other key locations in China, supports the development of innovative digital agriculture solutions to tackle global challenges...

【Editor’s Note: China’s new Food Security Law offers a rule-of-law-based framework to ensure national food supply and serves as a model for global food security governance. WEI Longbao, distinguished professor of Qiushi and director of the Institute of Food and Agribusiness Management at Zhejiang University, shares his insights with China Daily.】On May 20 during an inspection tour in Henan province, President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of protecting arable land, securing food suppl...

On June 5, Jennie Chen, Consul General of Canada in Shanghai, led a delegation to visit Zhejiang University. Vice President ZHOU Jianghong welcomed the guests, and the two sides discussed opportunities for deepening academic and cultural collaboration.During the meeting, ZHOU Jianghong introduced Zhejiang University’s academic programs and disciplinary strengths. He highlighted the university’s strong commitment to global engagement, noting its active partnerships with leading Canadian un...

On June 5, Professor Bart Dessein, a Full Professor in the Department of Languages and Cultures at Ghent University and a Fellow Member of the Royal Academy for Overseas Sciences (Belgium), visited Zhejiang University. He was warmly received by Professor ZHOU Jianghong, Vice President of Zhejiang University.Vice President Zhou extended a warm welcome to Professor Dessein and provided an overview of the university’s latest developments, particularly in the fields of international studies and pol...

On 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 between the two universities and the deep friendship forged during the challenging times of the COV...

A 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 dysfunction, providing mechanistic insights into Parkinson’s disease and potential therapeutic strategies...

Hemophagocytic 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 retrospective study, the median OS was 2.8 months for patients with malignancy-associated HLH and 10.7 mont...

From 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 worked out a solution. Led by Professor XIE Tao and Professor ZHENG Ning from the College ...

On 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 highlighted the University’s commitment to global engagement. He shared updates on Zhejiang University...

On 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 international partnerships. He noted that this year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of dip...