A Delegation from Imperial College London Visits Nanchang University and Signs a Joint Laboratory Agreement

        On the morning of November 30, a delegation from Imperial College London visited Nanchang University and signed a joint laboratory agreement. Teng Yongqian, the member of the Standing Committee of the School Party Committee, met with the guests.

        Teng Yongqian welcomed the delegation from ICL and introduced the development history and academic achievements of NCU. He expressed his high expectations for the first cooperation between two universities in education and research. Professor Peter Nixon, the chair of the Department of Biochemistry, and Professor Andrea Fantuzzi, the research fellow form the Department of Life Science, introduced ICL’s scientific prowess and the purpose of this visit. Both sides agreed that it is of great importance for experts in related fields from two universities to develop a close cooperation in environment and low-carbon biotechnology, and integrate the study on algae photosynthesis with low-carbon and environment-friendly technologies. This will not only provide more opportunities for teachers and students to carry out academic exchanges and research collaborations, but also inject fresh vitality to the goal of carbon emission reduction and sustainable development for two countries and the rest of the world.

Two sides exchanged a memorandum of cooperation signed in August this year and signed a cooperation agreement of “Joint Laboratory of Photosynthesis and Low-Carbon Biochemistry” to inaugurate the joint lab, marking the official launch of cooperation between two universities.

Additionally, the delegation also visited some key research platforms, including the Engineering Research Center for Basin Carbon Neutrality of Ministry of Education, School of Resources & Environment, Key Laboratory of Poyang Lake Environment and Resource Utilization of Ministry of Education and Algae Innovation Engineering Research Center, and had in-depth discussion on NCU’s planning and layout on basin carbon neutrality.

Imperial College London is a world-class public research university founded in 1845. It is a member of the Golden Triangle as well as the Russell University Group, being known as one of the “G5 Super Elite”.

Heads of relevant departments at NCU, including the International Affairs Office, Science and Technology Office, School of Resources & Environment, Key Laboratory of Poyang Lake Environment and Resource Utilization of Ministry of Education and Algae Innovation Engineering Research Center, attended the meeting.

Editor: Ou Yangqian

Responsible Editor: Tu Jinfeng