On April 1, Zhejiang University welcomed a delegation from Eötvös Loránd University led by Rector Lénárd Darázs. Associate Vice President GU Zhen met with the delegation.GU Zhen extended a warm welcome to Lénárd Darázs and his collegues. He introduced Zhejiang University’s recent development. He described Eötvös Loránd University as one of Zhejiang University’s key partners in Central and Eastern Europe, and expressed hope that the visit would open up new opportunities for practical co...

In early April, Zhejiang University (ZJU) officially kicked off its inaugural Campus Football Carnival. Declared open by ZJU President MA Yanming amid cheers from students and faculty, the highly anticipated event marks a new chapter in the university's vibrant sporting culture.Centered around the philosophy that everyone can play and everyone is a protagonist, the event breaks traditional boundaries of age and gender. It introduces innovative, fast-paced 3v3 formats—including small circular...

On April 14, Tô Lâm, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of Vietnam, attended the China-Vietnam Forum on Higher Education, Science, Technology and Innovation Cooperation held at Tsinghua University.GU Zhen, Associate Vice President of Zhejiang University (ZJU), attended the forum at the invitation of the organizers. During the event, the Memorandum of Understanding signed between ZJU and the University of Medicine and Pharmacy (UMP) at Ho Chi Minh ...

Since March, a new culinary star has emerged at the Zijingang Campus of Zhejiang University. The Northeast Chinese cuisine window at the Fengwei Canteen has become an overnight sensation, with classic dishes like Guobaorou, Liurouduan, and Iron-Pot Braised Goose drawing massive crowds.Yet, the authentic soul of these dishes didn't appear overnight. It is the result of 200 days of relentless pursuit and meticulous refinement by the ZJU Catering Service team.The project began with the "Fo...

Organoids are three-dimensional cellular constructs generated in vitro from adult stem cells, pluripotent stem cells, or tissue progenitor cells. They recapitulate key structural and functional features of native organs and are widely used in disease modeling, drug screening, and regenerative medicine.On April 17, 2026, a research team led by Professors GU Zhen and YU Jicheng from the School of Pharmacy at Zhejiang University, the Jinhua Institute, and the State Key Laboratory of Advanced Drug D...

On March 19, GU Zhen, Associate Vice President of Zhejiang University, led a delegation on a visit to Macao, China. During the visit, the delegation attended the exhibition “Compilation of Classics in the Flourishing Age: A Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings” at Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST), along with a series of promotion and exchange activities.At the opening ceremony, LAI Yingjie, Executive Deputy Director of the Publicity Department of the Zhej...

The heart is often called the body’s “tireless pump,” working around the clock to keep us alive. But like any machine, it will wear down. When the heart becomes too weak to pump blood effectively or too stiff to fill properly, the body can no longer get the oxygen and nutrients it needs. This condition is known as heart failure.Heart failure is a major global health challenge. According to the World Health Organization, more than 64 million people around the world are living with it. Even wit...

To enrich campus dining experiences and promote multicultural exchange, the Chengyue Canteen at Zhejiang University’s Zijingang Campus launched a new Southeast Asian-themed menu this April. By introducing iconic regional flavors, the initiative aims to provide students and faculty with more international culinary options and foster a sense of global community through daily life.Southeast Asian cuisine is a vibrant tapestry of tropical ingredients and diverse ethnic influences. Centered around a...

Cannabis has long walked a fine line between medicine and abuse. While it has shown potential for relieving pain and regulating mood, cannabis-based drugs are strictly controlled worldwide due to side effects such as tolerance, addiction and cognitive impairment. For years, scientists have sought a solution that could preserve therapeutic effects while eliminating these risks – a truly safe and effective approach.Professor LI Xiaoming (2nd from left) and his team. A collaborative team from ...

The Zhejiang University (ZJU) representative team achieved a landmark victory in February at the 67th Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition (China Rounds). Following a perfect 4-0 sweep in the preliminary rounds, the team broke into the national top eight to secure a first prize and an invitation to the International Rounds in Washington, D.C. Among the standout performers, 2024 graduate student ZHAO Xiaoyao was honored with the prestigious "best oralist&q...