Zhejiang University team wins PSIPW Creativity Prize for innovative water solutions
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2024-11-19
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At the 11th Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water (PSIPW) award ceremony held at the UN Headquarters in Vienna, Austria, global leaders and experts gathered to recognize groundbreaking contributions to solving water scarcity. The ceremony was attended by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, as well as other distinguished figures, including the Head of the International Water Prize Council and the Director of ...
ZJU President DU Jiangfeng attends China-Italy University Rectors Dialogue
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2024-11-15
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The year 2024 marks two significant milestones in China-Italy relations: the 20th anniversary of the establishment of their comprehensive strategic partnership and the 700th anniversary of the passing of Marco Polo, the Venetian explorer who first chronicled his travels to Hangzhou, describing it as “the finest and most splendid city in the world”. His observations remain a historical bridge linking Chinese and European cultures.On the evening of November 8, Chinese President Xi Jinping and It...
Stories behind Zhejiang University’s huge success at “Challenge Cup”
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2024-11-12
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In recent years, Zhejiang University has made significant strides in reforming its innovation and entrepreneurship education, positioning student competitions as a key platform for these efforts. The University has embraced an educational philosophy of “entrepreneurship driven by innovation”, and has built a solid foundation for “excellence-centered innovation”.Through these initiatives, Zhejiang University has intensified its focus on cultivating innovative talent and creating a dynami...
Zhejiang University secures top spot at 14th “Challenge Cup”
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2024-11-12
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In a stunning display of innovation and entrepreneurship, Zhejiang University has once again claimed the top spot at the prestigious “Challenge Cup” competition. The 14th National College Students’ Entrepreneurship Competition, held on November 2 at Xi’an Jiaotong University, saw ZJU’s students shine across multiple categories.The University’s impressive haul included five gold awards in the Main Competition category, two in the QinChuangYuan Innovation Challenge, and one in...
Traditional Chinese desk sparks cultural revival at Zhejiang University
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2024-11-11
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The Traditional Chinese Desk created by DU Jianghan, a junior at the Ocean College of Zhejiang University, has recently become a cultural sensation, captivating both students and faculty on and off campus. Featuring a felt pad, calligraphy and seal carving tools, a classical-style lamp, and nostalgic photographs, the desk exudes a strong atmosphere of traditional Chinese culture. DU describes it as more than just a workspace for his calligraphy and seal carving—it's also a personal sanc...
Vice President ZHOU Jianghong welcomes the U of A delegation, strengthening academic partnerships
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2024-11-08
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On the morning of October 17, Zhejiang University warmly received Melissa Padfield, Deputy Provost at the University of Alberta, and her delegation. Vice President ZHOU Jianghong, joined by leaders from the Office of Global Engagement, hosted the visitors as they explored avenues for deepening collaboration between the two institutions.In his welcome remarks, ZHOU Jianghong highlighted Zhejiang University’s recent initiatives in AI-powered education, fundamental interdisciplinary research, and ...
Speaker of Zambia’s National Assembly visits Zhejiang University
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2024-11-07
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On October 26, Nelly Mutti, Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia, led a delegation to Zhejiang University. ZHOU Jianghong, Vice President of Zhejiang University, met with the guests on behalf of the University, setting the stage for productive talks on areas of mutual interest.ZHOU Jianghong noted that this year marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Zambia, highlighting the vast potential for cooperation between the two countries, especially in new energ...
HiZJU-China Team excels at iGEM 2024 with historic achievements
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2024-11-07
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On the evening of October 26, 2024, from 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM Beijing time, the HiZJU-China team, primarily consisting of undergraduate students from the College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University (ZJU CBE) made history at the International Genetically Engineered Machine Competition (iGEM) 2024 Grand Jamboree in Paris. This marked their fourth participation since the team's founding in 2021, and they earned multiple awards, including the Gold Award and four Best N...
Dynamic networks strengthen under heat: A breakthrough in ultra-tough 3D-printed elastomers
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2024-10-31
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Imagine stretching a rubber band as hard as you can without breaking it. A research team led by Prof. XIE Tao and WU Jingjun from Zhejiang University’s College of Chemical and Biological Engineering has 3D-printed a “super rubber band” capable of stretching to nine times its original length. Remarkably, this tiny band, only about 1 mm in diameter, can lift a 10 kg bag of rice, far outperforming other elastomers produced through 3D photo-curing.Fig.1: Photographic image of the "Super...
Olympic champions make waves at Zhejiang University
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2024-10-28
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As a gentle breeze rippled across the tranquil surface of Qiuzhen Lake, the boats lined up, poised to launch a thrilling water sports competition. The anticipation was palpable.“We hope our students can fully immerse themselves in the unique charm of water sports, not only discovering the joys of competition but also deepening their sense of teamwork and resilience,” REN Shaobo, Chairman of the Zhejiang University Council, said at the opening ceremony of the 25th Graduate Student Sports a...