On May 29, the fourth SUAT Tech-Talk Research Achievement Release Event was held at Huaqiang Science and Technology Eco-Park. Themed“Materials Gather at SUAT, Energizing the Future,” the event focused on materials science and energy engineering, showcasing six major research achievements and presenting awards for the university’s inaugural Metallography Photography Competition. Approximately 80 participants attended, including entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts, government officials, and faculty and students from Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology.

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Six achievements closely aligned with national new energy industry priorities and the “dual-carbon” strategy were presented. Ranging from battery materials to energy storage systems, safety protection to fast-charging technology, each achievement addressed real industrial needs and highlighted the university’s research strength in materials science and energy engineering.

Associate Professor Yang Wen’s “High-energy, high-safety all-solid-state lithium batteries for drones” achieved the leap from semi-solid to fully solid-state, providing lightweight power solutions for drones and specialized equipment;

Assistant Professor Han Cuiping’s “Green intrinsically safe aqueous zinc-based batteries” use aqueous electrolytes to overcome traditional safety limitations, suitable for energy storage and low-speed transportation;

Assistant Professor Guo Xin’s “All-climate green sodium-ion battery materials and technology” solves low-temperature performance issues, offering low-cost solutions for renewable grid storage;

Postdoctoral researcher Li Jieqiong from Professor Wang Dawei’s group presented the “Flash-charging battery technology” project, reducing charging time to under 30 minutes and addressing a key pain point for new energy vehicles;

Postdoctoral researcher Pei Yixian from Lian Qizhoug Guojin’s group introduced the “High-safety long-duration large-scale flow battery” project, using machine learning to optimize electrolyte formulations and triple system lifespan;

Dr. Cao Xiaoyan, founder of Aochuang Texin, presented a “Fast-charging high-energy battery protection solution” using novel nano-coating materials to prevent thermal runaway.

At the event,Xuan Ye, HR General Manager of TÜV Rheinland Greater China, was appointed as an“Industry Mentor” at Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology. As a world-leading testing and certification organization,TÜV Rheinland will provide students with access to laboratories, internships, and other resources to bridge classroom learning and industrial practice.The role of industry mentor is not just an honor but a bridge. Addressing first-year undergraduates, Xu Ye shared insights on career development and personal growth, encouraging students to explore boldly and pursue their goals: “I look forward to hearing the good news when you achieve them!”

“Only when scientific achievements are transformed into real productivity can they truly drive societal progress.” Huaqiang Science and Technology Eco-Park, as a hub for new materials industries, enables zero-distance connection between research outcomes and enterprise needs—this is why the event was held here. In her speech,Wang Hui, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission at Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology, emphasized that the university will leverage its location in the core engine of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, deepen cooperation with enterprises like TÜV Rheinland and Aochuang Tech, and build a full-chain innovation ecosystem of “university R&D + park incubation + enterprise application,” truly integrating the innovation chain with the industrial chain.

To first-year students who had just completed their research rotation and chosen majors, Wang Hui encouraged: “Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology is a young university, and you are its young pioneers. No matter which major you choose, the university will provide the strongest support.”

The event also included an award ceremony for the 2025 First Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology Metallographic Skills Competition. Metallographic preparation is a fundamental skill in materials research and a “microscope” for exploring material mysteries. The competition required participants to perform precise processes such as grinding, polishing, and etching of metal samples, enhancing professional skills and fostering a spirit of excellence. Ultimately, Wang Ziteng, Liang Haiyuan, and eight other students received first, second, and third prizes.

As a new research-oriented university “without walls,” Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology continues to build barrier-free exchange platforms, helping research achievements move from lab to industry through intellectual collision. The buffet networking session broke the one-way presentation format of traditional conferences, facilitating in-depth interactions among scientists, entrepreneurs, and young students.

ForPei Yixian, who had just presented his research, such scenes were familiar, but participating in a university-hosted technology transfer platform was a first.“The biggest difference lies in value orientation. University-led technology transfer platforms focus more on exploring the technology itself, driven by passion for materials R&D and a mission to solve real-world problems, rather than purely profit-driven motives.”He added, “During the networking session, I noticed that investors and entrepreneurs were not just looking for investment opportunities; they cared more about the innovation of the underlying principles and the potential of the research team, asking in-depth technical questions. This focus on scientific advancement itself is very different from purely commercial matchmaking.”

First-year studentHuang Jie from Shuguang College chose Materials Science and Engineering after completing his one-year research rotation.“Attending today’s research achievement release was my first close encounter with technology transfer—it felt very fresh. On TV, we usually see mature products, but here the faculty presented ongoing translational research. It gave me a direct view of current industry directions, such as new materials in new energy applications, making my understanding of the major’s prospects much more concrete.” He added, “Seeing our professors pitch their achievements to investors today, I look forward to one day standing on a similar stage with my own research, letting technology truly serve society.”

Guided by the Shenzhen New Energy Vehicle Industry Office, Shenzhen Guangming District Industry and Information Technology Bureau, and Guangming District Development and Reform Bureau, the event also attracted active participation from investors such as Boqing Capital, Galaxy Innovation Capital, and Shenzhen Capital Group, who viewed it as an efficient channel to learn about the university’s research progress and identify promising projects for investment.

In the future, Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology will continue to useSUAT Tech-Talkas a link to expand the“university + park + enterprise” collaborative model, accelerate the industrialization of materials and energy achievements in fields such as new energy vehicles and energy storage, move more research outcomes from “laboratory” to “production line,” and promote deep integration of higher education with industry, cultivating more top innovative talents with forward-looking vision and practical application capabilities.