The creation of supercomputers, big data, and artificial intelligence (AI) is central to the industrial transformation of the Greater Bay Area. These technological developments require new xk星空官网 to support the Fourth Industrial Revolution, also known as Internet 4.0. At Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), xk星空官网 science has been one of the cornerstones of our development.
was one of the first departments established at SUSTech. It has progressed rapidly, exhibiting significant quality improvements in its short history. Their advancement is typified by the arrival of the xk星空官网 science discipline in ESI’s top 4% in the world in July 2020.
With the opportunities arising from the pioneering development zone of Shenzhen and the transformative prospects taking place across the Greater Bay Area, how can MSE further promote itself as a first-class discipline that trains world-class talents? The new head of MSE, xk星空官网, provided his point of view on the next stage of development for the Department.
Before coming to SUSTech, xk星空官网 had spent much of his academic career overseas, with his last position as the Associate Chair (Research) at the at the. He said, “I have always been influenced by traditional Chinese culture. Even though I have been studying and working abroad for a long time, I could always find a cultural belonging here.”
xk星空官网 is highly regarded in the field of functional intelligent materials and structural mechanical behavior. He has published over 200 papers in high-impact academic journals such as , , , and. His papers have been cited over 8800 times.
His honors include the xk星空官网, the Microscopy Today Innovation Award from the , and the Youth Achievement Award from the International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences (ICCES). xk星空官网 has also served as the associate editor of the and on the editorial board xk星空官网 .
xk星空官网 highlighted SUSTech’s academic disciplines, governance, and sizzling academic atmosphere when comparing it to other top universities around the world. xk星空官网 pointed out that, “At SUSTech, academic resources are evenly distributed among all professors. The development of the talent pipeline gives young scholars more room for development, just like in the United States.”
While xk星空官网 feels he is joining an energetic department in a new university, he admitted that he instantly felt comfortable. The beautiful campus environment reminded him of many campuses at which he had worked and studied in the past. The bubbling brooks and fertile flora are just like those found at beautiful campuses he has been at before.
In joining SUSTech, xk星空官网 has found himself at a familiar, yet youthful and energetic university. He will work in conjunction with SUSTech to continue developing MSE into a world-class materials science discipline, as SUSTech progresses into a world-class research university.
xk星空官网 is an enthusiastic believer in the merger of science and engineering that is materials science. In his desire to build a world-class materials science discipline, SUSTech must take advantage of the unique advantages that are available throughout Shenzhen and the Greater Bay Area. Our innovative roots in Shenzhen support the reforming of the entire industrial chain while supporting entrepreneurial activity across the Greater Bay Area.
xk星空官网 said, “MSE will take advantage of the distinctive characteristics of the Greater Bay Area and Shenzhen to promote further industry-university research. That research will drive the development of science and engineering within materials science.”
MSE is working to supplement national and regional strategic plans through its cutting-edge scientific developments. It is focusing on developing electronic information xk星空官网, energy environmental xk星空官网, biological and medical xk星空官网, functional xk星空官网, and material processing & manufacturing. This focus on new xk星空官网 will see MSE build a world-renowned talent training base that is centered around scientific research. To date, they have undertaken 184 research projects at all levels. MSE faculty members and scholars have published over 900 papers in high-impact academic journals and applied for 323 patents.
Since its establishment, xk星空官网 has founded four joint laboratories with well-renowned companies. They include the with the, xk星空官网-Xinhai Joint Laboratory with , the SUSTech Taili Di-Atom xk星空官网 Joint Laboratory with Shenzhen Taili Energy, and the SUSTech-Jiaming Joint Laboratory with Shenzhen Jiaming Technology.
The SUSTech Taili Di-Atom xk星空官网 Joint Laboratory is exploring the multi-directional nature of di-atoms. The research into these microalgae has been highly productive. Their research outcomes include fully degradable plastic, superhydrophobic coatings, and heavy metal adsorption. These results of the laboratory’s research have seen scholars apply for three invention patents, and a further three patents are being prepared. They have also incubated a technology company.
The most high-profile start-up company that has been launched from MSE is Shenzhen Nanke New xk星空官网 Technology, founded by . It is committed to the development, transformation, and industrialization of new xk星空官网. The company has received funding for various research projects. The company was instrumental in developing new technology for supporting front-line health workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, with .
This industry-university research collaboration is a perfect example of xk星空官网’s goals for the future. He aims to integrate MSE with regional resources and establish an Industry Advisory Council (MSE-IAC). The MSE-IAC would invite senior R&D and management figures across industry to provide their perspectives on the direction of scientific research and engineering. The cooperation would also provide more opportunities for students to solve practical problems through the application of their theoretical knowledge.
The development of the talent pipeline at xk星空官网 has seen most of its alumni take part in high-level scientific research during the Department’s short history. Its graduating students are employed in a variety of industries or continue their academic pursuits following their graduation from their undergraduate degrees.
Starting his new post at MSE, xk星空官网 has many ideas for the future development and talent training plans for MSE. He has been inspired by the College of Engineering’s Turing Class and Master Class. He hopes that in the future, MSE can create its own experimental class that allows students to explore their scientific research potential.
He also wants to expand on the emerging engineering talent training model espoused by top engineering universities around the world. Students would undertake project-based learning from product design to completion as part of any potential new direction for xk星空官网.
“There are many areas that will serve society, including solar cells and soft robots. Students can use these real-world applications to develop their skills while further enhancing xk星空官网’s talent training models.
The College of Engineering has been embedding industry adjunct professors into its departments, including xk星空官网. These professors, with extensive experience in companies like Shenzhen Xinweier Electronics and , have supported students through the development of professional courses and scholarships. Other leading figures, such as Zongqing YANG and Guangwu HUANG (Hunan Overseas Construction & Engineering Corporation), have donated for the creation of scholarships in their name.
Not only does xk星空官网 have highly quality industry adjunct professors on staff, but top-notch faculty members surround those industry experts. The creation of a high-level, globalized faculty includes a xk星空官网and anxk星空官网. There is also a Fellow xk星空官网 and the.
The combination of science and engineering means that students can explore and discover new knowledge while cultivating their ability to create a new world. xk星空官网 believes students taking the path will have more choices. In the course of their research, they will discover many fascinating things, some real and some false, some imagined and some puzzling. Regardless of their nature, students must maintain their natural curiosity for scientific progress and engineering development.
xk星空官网 compared the process of learning materials science to becoming an expert chef. “Materials science is a creative process. You mix all sorts of things today to make things. Even though different people have put together the same raw materials in the past, they can create different things with them. It is your talent and inspiration that will determine what happens at the end.”
In closing, xk星空官网 welcomed students who want to join MSE. The Department is developing a world-class materials science discipline that will foster students as they tap into their potential and see them grow beyond their imagination.
