The “SUAT Meets the World: 2025 International Scholars’ Night” opened on the evening of Dec. 5 on the 8th floor of the library of the Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology (SUAT).
Nearly 100 experts and scholars from institutions including SUAT, the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, CAS, Sun Yat-sen University (Shenzhen Campus), Shenzhen Bay Laboratory, Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research & Translation (SMART), and BASIS International School gathered for a night that integrated global perspectives, academic exchange, and artistic performances.
In his opening remarks, Zhu Dijian, Party secretary of SUAT, extended heartfelt appreciation to the Chinese and international guests who joined the event. He expressed hope that the event would become a platform where ideas converge, friendships deepen, and research and culture resonate.
The atmosphere came alive as the Ukrainian jazz band NVOMI delivered an engaging performance. Their lively and melodic set energized the audience and set the tone for the evening.
A surprise highlight followed when Prof. Zhang Xian’en, dean of SUAT’s Faculty of Synthetic Biology, took the stage with an accordion and joined the band for spirited renditions of “Happy Polka” and “The Story of Time.” Their East-meets-West collaboration drew enthusiastic applause and calls for an encore.
This year’s event also featured a special exhibition spotlighting more than 40 leading scholars and rising talents from top universities, research institutions, and innovation-driven enterprises across Guangming Science City. Guests wandered through the showcase, reading profiles, exchanging ideas, and exploring potential opportunities for future collaboration.
As a recurring flagship event, the International Scholars’ Night underscores Guangming Science City’s strong allure for global talent while fostering a stronger sense of belonging among international experts.
With its blend of academic dialogue, artistic expression, and community building, the event aims to provide scholars from around the world with a genuine platform for communication, cooperation, and connection in Shenzhen.
