Science and Technology for Social Good

Growing up in her hometown of Skopje in Macedonia, Professor Maria Todorovska experienced a devastating earthquake in 1963. Despite the devastation and destruction caused by the earthquake, the traumatizing event also sparked her interest in earthquake science and fueled her motivation to pursue research in this unique field.

A Pure Heart to Help Patients Against Nerve Diseases

Canadian scientist Mohamad Sawan, internationally acclaimed for his work in the field of smart medical devices, where he has made significant contributions to developing implantable and wearable devices, is now focusing his research on the human brain in addition to his work in developing smart devices.

Congratulations to the English Edition of S&T Daily on Its 100th Issue

An Inspiration Beyond Borders

Professor Therese Hesketh is both deputy director of the Global Health Center at Zhejiang University and a researcher of the Institute of Global Health at University College London. Hesketh graduated from medical school in 1983 and received her PhD in 2001. She came to China in 1986 as a clinician and manager for NGOs, WHO and UNICEF, leading the establishment of the first pediatric and neonatal intensive care units (NICU) in the cities of Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Xi'an. In 2016, she was invited to establish a Center for Global Health at Zhejiang University to provide constructive advice in the field of health for cooperation between China and other countries.

Sharing Chinese Wisdom with the World

July 6, 2023, is a historic day as the English Edition of Science and Technology Daily (S&T Daily) celebrates its 100th issue.

An Example of Int'l Cooperation: China and CIMMYT

Awais Rasheed is an assistant professor at Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan, and an adjunct scientist at the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT).

Expats Praise Beijing's Culture

When Boonthan T. Verawongse first came to Beijing in 1985, it was as student scheduled to attend a youth forum.

One-stop Service for Expats in Kunming

Recently, Yunnan province's first pilot zone for "one-stop service" for foreign experts' work and residence permits was officially launched in Kunming.

Cultural Heritage Protection More Important than Showcase

Regarding the theme of this year's event, Olga Pronkina, an expert from Russia who has been working on Dunhuang studies in China for nearly a decade, shared her perspective on the Dunhuang culture, international cultural exchange and heritage conservation with Science and Technology Daily recently.

CPC Leads Xizang to Prosperity

I recently returned to Beijing after wrapping up my week-long tour to Xizang, an autonomous region of China. I visited many religious, historic, and cultural places and basked in the stunning natural beauty of the region, known as the "Roof of the World."

Passion Trumps Challenges

Thomas Meier, a young German scientist from the Center for High-Pressure Science & Technology Advanced Research (HPSTAR), delivered a vivid science outreach lecture on high-pressure science, which resonated with audiences of all ages. Despite its complexity, Meier used his humor and creativity to bring the subject closer to the audience.

China's Favorable Academic Environment

Based on my experience working and studying in China, I can say with full confidence that China has built one of the most favorable academic environments for researchers. There are a lot of opportunities to conduct research in China's universities, and the main reason is that government funding has been abundant and investment in the higher education system has been strong and sustained.

From Peanut Butter to Diamonds-Exploring the Mysteries of Science

During a science outreach activity held on May 27, Thomas Meier, a German scientist from the Center for High-Pressure Science & Technology Advanced Research, explained the fascinating process of diamond synthesis. "Diamond synthesis is a well-established method nowadays. It only takes a starting material rich in carbon, for example, peanut butter, and the right pressure and temperature conditions to make diamonds," Meier said when sharing his research results with an on-site audience.

A Canadian Mom's Love for Yunnan

Rouhieh Tabibzadegan, a Canadian teacher at Yunnan University of Finance and Economics (YUFE), shared her personal experience of China's development, especially the changes and achievements of compulsory education in rural Yunnan, with Science and Technology Daily recently.

Expats Book House Promotes Exchanges

Language, Carrier of Culture and Bridge of Communication

Dr. Agshin Aliyev, director of the Department of Azerbaijani Language at Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU), and founder and director of the China Research Center at Khazar University Azerbaijan, has been awarded the title of "My Favourite Foreign Teacher" in China in 2019 along with a "Certificate of Honour" of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences in 2022 in recognition of his contributions to China-Azerbaijan cultural exchange.

Foreign Experts Expand Their Careers in China

From May 22 to 27, an event called Foreign Experts' Visit to Zhejiang 2023 was held in Hangzhou and Shaoxing, Zhejiang province.

Special Class Sparks Passion for Science

Computing a Path to Success

Seeing is Believing

I come from the small town of Mullingar, located in County Westmeath in the middle of Ireland. After graduating from the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS) with a master's degree in business, I decided to move to China after a meeting with Ms. Wang Liping, who ran a cooperative international exchange program with TUS.