XJTLU in the Media April

During the past month, XJTLU was mentioned in media reports from outlets including China Daily, Xinhua News, Yangtze Evening Post, JSTV’s ourjiangsu.com, JSCHINA.COM.CN, Suzhou Daily, Taicang Daily, sxdaily.com.cn, eeo.com.cn, www.21jingji.com, www.huanqiu.com, www.dingxinwen.cn, IFENG.COM, www.dzwww.com, Jiemian.com, YNET.com, SANQIN.COM, China Weekly, and www.k618.cn.

Researchers from XJTLU have also been included in stories and sought for comment in media outlets including Bioengineer.Org, Lasexta, News Directory 3, Realite Virtuelle, The Star, South China Morning Post, ioARCH, The Jakarta Post, and MSN.

Topics included campus life, scientific achievements, and expert insights. University Marketing and Communication would like to express gratitude to all the students and colleagues who contributed to interviews.

1.Campus Life

XINHUA NEWS
Headline: Over 2,300 graduates of the class of 2024 at XJTLU are awarded master’s and doctoral degrees
Published on: 24 April 2024

SXDAILY.COM.CN
Headline: XJTLU held 2024 master’s and doctoral graduation ceremony
Published on: 25 April 2024

WWW.HUANQIU.COM
Headline: Over 2,300 graduates of the class of 2024 are awarded master’s and doctoral degrees
Published on: 25 April 2024

Summary: Xinhua News, www.huanqiu.com, and sxdaily.com.cn reported on XJTLU’s 2024 postgraduate graduation ceremony held from 24-25 April, which witnessed over 2,300 graduate students completing their studies. The graduates were awarded master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Liverpool and received master’s and doctoral graduate certificates from XJTLU. There was a total of 2,285 master’s graduates and 28 doctoral graduates. Of the master’s students, 301 received degrees with distinction for outstanding academic performance.

This news was also reported by JSTV’s ourjiangsu.com, Suzhou Daily, www.dingxinwen.cn, IFENG.COM, www.dzwww.com, Jiemian.com, YNET.com, SANQIN.COM, China Weekly, www.k618.cn and other media outlets.

MODERN EXPRESS
Headline: The opening ceremony of XJTLU Multimedia Centre endorsed by the second High Tech High Tea held
Published on: 22 April 2024

YANGTZE EVENING POST
Headline: The second High Tech High Tea of XJTLU attracted 800,000 internet users’ attention through live broadcast on Yangtze Evening Post
Published on: 22 April 2024

Summary: According to Modern Express on 22 April, the opening ceremony of the XJTLU Multimedia Centre, part of XJTLU’s second High Tech High Tea, was held at the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) on 19 April. The theme, “Future University: New Connections, New Possibilities”, conveyed XJTLU’s educational achievements and its diverse campus culture to students and external guests through activities such as the XJTLU Syntegrated Education Exhibition, an AI bazaar, and a coffee bazaar.

The opening ceremony was simultaneously launched on platforms such as Ziniu News, Yangyan Live on the Yangtze Evening Post client, and Sina Live, attracting nearly 800,000 internet viewers.

This news was also reported by the Yangtze Evening Post, JSTV’s ourjiangsu.com, Suzhou Daily, CUTV’s Column Kan Suzhou, Taicang Daily, Jimu News and other media outlets.

CHINA DAILY
Headline: Chinese language as a bridge of civilizational exchange – Suzhou Dushu Lake Science and Education Innovation District holds 2024 International Chinese Language Day event
Published on: 23 April 2024

Summary: China Daily reported on 23 April that the 2024 International Chinese Language Event in Suzhou Dushu Lake Science and Education Innovation District was held at XJTLU on 19 April, attracting nearly 300 Chinese and foreign students from XJTLU, Soochow University, Renmin University of China Suzhou Campus, SKEMA Business School Suzhou Campus, and other institutions.

This news was also reported by JSTV’s ourjiangsu.com, Modern Express, JSCHINA.COM.CN, Suzhou Daily, CUTV’s Column Kan Suzhou, Modern Suzhou and other media outlets.

YANGTZE EVENING POST
Headline: The first XJTLU Interpreting Contest held to explore sustainable development in the field of AI and interpreting
Published on: 27 March 2024

Summary: On 27 March the Yangtze Evening Post reported that the XJTLU Interpreting Contest 2024 was held at XJTLU on 16 March. The Department of Literary and Translation Studies at XJTLU’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences sponsored this contest, the first of its type at the University, which attracted the enthusiastic participation of 138 students from across XJTLU. Sixty-four students advanced to the competition, and of them 12 advanced to the finals. Yuxuan Chen, a junior student studying English translation and interpreting at XJTLU, emerged as the champion.

This news was also reported by JSTV’s ourjiangsu.com and other media outlets.

JSTV’S OURJIANGSU.COM
Headline: Educational Development ∣ Faculty and students appreciate the beauty of traditional crafts at Redwood Carving Art Exhibition held at XJTLU
Published on: 28 March 2024

Summary: According to JSTV’s ourjiangsu.com on 28 March, the XJTLU Museum held the event titled “Series Exhibition of Master of Culture and Art – Experience the Exquisite Redwood Carving Art” on South Campus on 20 March. Jinde Zhong, master of Chinese arts and crafts, organiser of the National Skill Master Studio, and representative inheritor of Jiangsu Province’s intangible cultural heritage of redwood carving art, gave a lecture to staff and students and led them in experiencing craftsmanship with wood.

2.Scientific Achievements

JSCHINA.COM.CN
Headline: International scholars from XJTLU explore the mystery of Chinese ice-ray lattice on windows in the Suzhou traditional garden
Published on: 2 April 2024

Summary: Chinese ice-ray lattice, or “binglie” as it is called in Chinese, is an intricate pattern that looks like cracked ice and is a common decorative element used in traditional Chinese window designs. JSCHINA.COM.CN reported on 2 April that Dr Iasef Md Rian, Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture in XJTLU’s Design School, published a paper in Frontiers of Architectural Research discussing the geometric properties of Chinese ice-ray lattice and exploring the possibility of integrating random patterns into structural design.

This news was also reported by Xinhua News, Yangtze Evening Post, JSTV’s ourjiangsu.com, Suzhou Daily and other media outlets.

3.Expert Insights

EEO.COM.CN
Headline: Professor Youmin Xi, Executive President of XJTLU: ecologisation, industrialists, and ecological benefits in the age of digitalisation and AI
Published on: 1 April 2024

Summary: On 1 April, Professor Youmin Xi, Executive President of XJTLU, published an article on eeo.com.cn. He stated that this era demands profound transformations from businesses. Entrepreneurs need to expand their vision from a singular entrepreneurial role to that of industrialists, while businesses need to transition from traditional positioning to ecologisation. Simultaneously, management models need to evolve from traditional to ecological.

WWW.21JINGJI.COM
Headline: Is growth hitting bottom? Duty-free giant CDF returns to an upward trend
Published on: 28 March 2024

Summary: On 28 March, CDF (China Duty Free) delivered a reassuring 2023 performance report to the capital market. Financial data showed that in 2023, CDF achieved operating income of 67.54 billion RMB, with a year-on-year increase of 24.08%, and a net profit of 6.714 billion RMB, with a year-on-year increase of 33.46%.

Dr Samuel Kwok from International Business School Suzhou at XJTLU commented in an interview with 21st Century Business Herald on 29 March: “Although sales performance has improved, gross profit margin and net profit margin are not outstanding.” He said he believes that CDF should strengthen its management capabilities in 2024 and increase the gross profit margin to over 40%. With the recovery of the inbound and outbound market, the revitalisation of the Chinese economy, and the stabilisation of the exchange rate, Dr Guo is optimistic about CDF’s performance this year, stating, “The high dividend payout also shows CDF’s confidence in the coming year”.

4.XJTLU in the International Media
 LASEXTA
Headline: El ranking mundial de los países más felices: España cae al puesto 36 y Afganistán repite en última posición (The world ranking of the happiest countries: Spain falls to 36th place and Afghanistan repeats in last position)
Published on: 20 March 2024

Summary: The World Happiness Report 2024 was released on 21 March. The report is edited by an editorial board made up of well-being researchers, including Dr Shun Wang at XJTLU’s International Business School Suzhou.

This news was also reported by Telemadrid.es, SIGLO XXI, and Noticiasde.

NEWS DIRECTORY 3
Headline: Thammasat University explores academic collaboration with university partners and attends education fair in Cambodia
Published on: 22 March 2024

Summary: Professor Qiuling Chao, Vice President for Student Affairs and Information at XJTLU, visited Thammasat University Tha Prachan Campus, Thailand, on 22 February 2024. The two universities discussed opportunities for future collaboration.

This news was also reported by News Beezer.

BIOENGINEER.ORG
Headline: Fast folding for synthetic peptides and microproteins
Published on: 22 March 2024

Summary: Chemists can now produce an important class of small proteins called cysteine-rich peptides in their naturally folded 3D structure more reliably and much faster, thanks to methods that mimic what happens inside cells. The advance, achieved by researchers at XJTLU and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, is published in the journal Angewandte Chemie.

This news was also reported by Phys.org and AlphaGalileo.

SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST
Headline: ‘Redefining journalism’: how Nepali YouTube series Herne Katha goes off the beaten track to bring untold stories to light
Published on: 24 March 2024

Summary: In a recent article on South China Morning Post, Dr Dharmananda Adhikari, Associate Professor at XJTLU’s Department of Media and Communication, says Routine of Nepal Banda, one of Nepal’s biggest online news sources, lacks in journalistic standards.

This news was also reported by Newswav, Nwestral, Lumi News Malaysia, and YoursBulletin.

REALITE VIRTUELLE
Headline: Ce qu’il fallait retenir cette semaine : les casques de 2024, anti-nausées pour la VR et Notre-Dame en réalité virtuelle (What you need to remember this week: the helmets of 2024, anti-nausea for VR, and Notre-Dame in virtual reality)
Published on: 26 March 2024

Summary: A recent article on Realite Virtuelle mentioned that achieving a frame rate of 120fps is crucial in preventing dizziness. The research was led by researchers from XJTLU and Purdue University in the US.

THE STAR
Headline: Warm bonds amid the biting cold
Published on: 29 March 2024

Summary: In a recent interview with The Star, Dr Sheau Wen Ong, Assistant Professor at XJTLU’s Department of Media and Communication shared about her experience in China, and said it is important to have an open mindset, practise tolerance, and show respect for others.

IOARCH
Headline: We Will Design. Sharing, research and experimentation at Base Milano
Published on: 30 March 2024

Summary: Domus Academy, Italy, recently launched the UNFOLD project during Milan Design Week 2024. This event brings together institutions and schools around the world, including XJTLU, in an exhibition called “Unfolding complexities”.

This news was also reported by Fuorisalone Magazine, La Mia Finanza, Corriere Nazionale and BYinnovation.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DAILY
Headline: Unveiling Nature’s Wonders
Published on: 1 April 2024

Summary: Science and Technology Daily recently interviewed Professor Uromi Goodale at the Department of Health and Environmental Sciences. Professor Goodale shared her academic journey and her research areas.

This news was also reported by The Belt and Road Network.

THE JAKARTA POST
Headline: Navigating challenges: Indonesian students’ journey in China
Published on: 2 April 2024

Summary: In a recent article, The Jakarta Post introduced how XJTLU helps international students overcome challenges by providing them with a broad range of academic, cultural, and personal growth supports. These include connections with the Suzhou Indonesia Student Community the Language Partner Union and Buddy Programme at XJTLU, and services from XJTLU Global.

This news was also reported by Philanthropy News Digest.

AISE - AGENZIA INTERNAZIONALE STAMPA ESTERO
Headline: Cina: concluse le attività organizzate per l’Italian Design Day da Ambasciata e Consolati (China: Embassy and Consulates concluded the organised activities for Italian Design Day)
Published on: 8 April 2024

Summary: Italian Design Day 2024 was held on 14 March in Chongqing, China. Alongside the event, an exhibition curated and promoted by XJTLU’s Design School was set up.

This news was also reported by Giornale Diplomatico.

INTERNATIONAL SERVICES SHANGHAI
Headline: 2024 Shanghai Virtual Sports Open begins in April
Published on: 12 April 2024

Summary: The 2024 Shanghai Virtual Sports Open recently kicked off. Four new university teams are added to virtual cycling, including XJTLU, East China Normal University, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, and the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China. 

IL SOLE 24 ORE
Headline: Tra i giovani designer vince il cinese Ololoo, il SaloneSatellite tornerà a Shanghai (Among the young designers, the Chinese Ololoo wins, the SaloneSatellite will return to Shanghai)
Published on: 18 April 2024

Summary: The 25th edition of SaloneSatellite, an international event for showcasing the work of young designers, was held in Milan, Italy, from 16 to 21 April. The event brought together approximately 22 design schools and universities from 13 different countries, including XJTLU.

This news was also reported by L&M Consulting, AltertuemLiches.at, and Italia Parlare.

CRETAPOST.GR
Headline: Υβριδική Ανοικτή Διάλεξη: «Globalization and Green Business: The Role of China» με τον καθηγητή Yun Liu  (Hybrid Open Lecture: “Globalization and Green Business: The Role of China” with Dr Yun Liu)
Published on: 19 April 2024

Summary: Dr Yun Liu, Associate Professor at the Department of International Studies at XJTLU, delivered a lecture at The Open University of Cyprus on 25 April about the role of China in globalisation and green business.

This news was also reported by Palo.gr.

MSN
Headline: La geometría del caos, ¿futuro de la arquitectura? (The geometry of chaos, the future of architecture?)
Published on: 19 April 2024

Summary: Chinese ice-ray lattice, or “binglie” as it is called in Chinese, is an intricate pattern that looks like cracked ice and is a common decorative element used in traditional Chinese window designs.

A recent paper authored by Dr Iasef Md Rian, Associate Professor at XJTLU’s Design School, explores the geometric qualities of ice-ray patterns and expands the possibilities of integrating random patterns into structural designs, especially the lattice shell design, which is often used in spherical domes and curved structures.

This news was also reported by FOCUS Online, El Periódico, Phys.org, Levante-EMV, La Nueva España and more.

ADVANCE HE
Headline: Grant-funded case studies from around the world will illustrate good practice in HE towards the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Published on: 22 April 2024

Summary: Advance HE recently awarded Global Impact Grants to 15 applicants around the world, including Erick Purwanto at XJTLU’s School of Advanced Technology and his team. These grants aim to support the development of short case studies that align with the theme of contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

This news was also reported by University of Bath News.

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Headline: Media industries and cultural production research group event with Dr Nur Kareelawati Abd Karim and Dr Sami Hajjaj
Published on: 24 April 2024

Summary: On 24 April, Dr Sami Hajjaj of the School of Robotics at XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) delivered a talk at the University of Leeds, the UK, about media industries and cultural production.

By Xinmin Han

Edited by Tamara Kaup