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SMART Spark丨The 1st Public Science Poster Design Competition

SMART Spark丨The 1st Public Science Poster Design Competition

Participants are required to create public science posters focusing on biomedical topics(e.g., life science knowledge, disease prevention, health management, cutting-edge technology).

SMART Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Beijing Tiantan Hospital

SMART Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Beijing Tiantan Hospital

On December 11, 2024, SMART and Beijing Tiantan Hospital forged a strategic partnership during a formal signing ceremony at SMART's Weiguang Campus. The agreement was signed by Nieng Yan, Founding President of SMART, and Yongjun Wang, President of Beijing Tiantan Hospital. The event was also attended by Huan Tu, Vice President of SMART and Deputy Director of Shenzhen Bay Laboratory; Xinhao Zhang, Assistant to the President of SMART and Deputy Director of Shenzhen Bay Laboratory; Wenbiao Gan, Director of the SZBL Institute of Neurological and Psychiatric Research; Shuya Li, Director of the Clinical Trial Center at Beijing Tiantan Hospital; and Beibei Xu, Director of the National Neurological Diseases Medical Center Office.

BAY TRIAL Officially Inaugurated

BAY TRIAL Officially Inaugurated

The inauguration ceremony of the Greater Bay Area International Clinical Trials Center (BAY TRIAL) of SMART was held at the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone on November 21. This significant occasion also signified one year since SMART was founded.

SMART Symposium on AI-Driven Computational Biology and Medicine Successfully Concludes

SMART Symposium on AI-Driven Computational Biology and Medicine Successfully Concludes

On October 27, 2024, the Symposium on AI-Driven Computational Biology and Medicine was held in Guangming, Shenzhen. This academic gathering was organized collaboratively by the Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation (SMART) and the Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (SZBL). The event invited 32 internationally recognized experts and scholars who came together to share insights and deliver keynote addresses. More than 200 researchers participated, acquiring knowledge about leading innovations in artificial intelligence and big data, computational genomics, structural and dynamic research, generative AI, and drug development.

SMART Symposium on Early Diagnosis and Intervention of Alzheimer's Disease Successfully Concludes

SMART Symposium on Early Diagnosis and Intervention of Alzheimer's Disease Successfully Concludes

The SMART Symposium on Early Diagnosis and Intervention of Alzheimer's Disease, co-organized by SMART and the Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (SZBL), took place successfully in Guangming, Shenzhen, from September 22 to 24, 2024. This event signified the kickoff of the 2024 SMART Symposia academic series, drawing more than forty top international experts and many researchers to this important academic assembly. The symposium wrapped up on September 24, after a range of engaging presentations and discussions.

Welcome Ceremony Marks the Inauguration of SMART’s First PhD Cohort

Welcome Ceremony Marks the Inauguration of SMART’s First PhD Cohort

On August 22, the Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation (SMART) held a opening ceremony at the Weigang Life Science Park auditorium, officially welcoming the inaugural class of PhD students in the SMART PhD Program. These exceptional scholars are embarking on a new chapter of their academic journey, set within a talent development framework emphasizing a "high starting point, international orientation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and boundary-breaking innovation." Together, they will advance toward groundbreaking achievements in medicine and science.

SMART PhD Program Hosts Advisor Training

SMART PhD Program Hosts Advisor Training

The SMART PhD Program is an innovative initiative that seeks to establish a cooperative talent development framework that brings together government, higher education, businesses, and research organizations. It highlights a combination of scientific training and practical industry experience in PhD training. With a focus on “high standards, internationalization, and interdisciplinary innovation,” the program seeks to attract top talent into scientific research, enhance original innovation training, and guide interdisciplinary development to produce well-rounded, high-caliber scientists.

Exploring New Frontiers in Scientific Publishing: Dr. Valda Vinson, Executive Editor of Science, Visits SMART

Exploring New Frontiers in Scientific Publishing: Dr. Valda Vinson, Executive Editor of Science, Visits SMART

On July 10, 2024, Dr. Valda Vinson, Executive Editor of the renowned academic journal Science, visited SMART and Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (SZBL) at the invitation of Professor Nieng Yan, Founding President of SMART and Director of SZBL. Dr. Vinson delivered an illuminating talk titled The Publishing Landscape, hosted by Professor Yan. The event attracted over 200 audience, fostering a rich discussion on the latest trends and future directions in scientific publishing.

Academic Exchange of the Advanced Rare Diseases Joint Research Center Successfully Held in Beijing

Academic Exchange of the Advanced Rare Diseases Joint Research Center Successfully Held in Beijing

On July 2, 2024, Nieng Yan, Founding President of SMART and Director of Shenzhen Bay Laboratory, led a team to Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH) for an academic exchange of the Advanced Rare Diseases Joint Research Center. Attendees included PUMCH President Dr. Shuyang Zhang, heads of various departments at PUMCH—such as the Rare Diseases Department, Nuclear Medicine, Nephrology, Neurology, Oncology Medical Center, Advanced Diagnostic Technology Platform, Biobank Platform, and Virtual Human Platform—as well as representatives from SMART and the Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (SZBL).

Professor Nieng Yan wins L’Oréal–UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards 2024

Professor Nieng Yan wins L’Oréal–UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards 2024

Paris, 14 May – The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO are proud to reveal the names of the five laureates of the 2024 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards. On 28 May, at UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris, these researchers will be honoured for their pioneering research in life and environmental sciences, and in particular for their major contribution to tackling global public health challenges ranging from cancer to infectious diseases such as malaria and polio and chronic illnesses such as obesity, diabetes and epilepsy.

SMART and Sun Yat-Sen University Sign Strategic Cooperation

SMART and Sun Yat-Sen University Sign Strategic Cooperation

On April 15, 2024, a strategic cooperation framework agreement was signed between Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation (SMART) and Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) at SYSU’s Shenzhen Campus.

SMART Establishes Medical Ethics Committee

SMART Establishes Medical Ethics Committee

The Medical Ethics Committee, officially referred to as the "Human Medical Ethics Committee," is a self-governing entity tasked with assessing if medical research and practices that include human subjects adhere to ethical guidelines. The main objective of ethical review is to guarantee that all medical practices and studies honor and safeguard the valid rights of research participants.

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