About the Program

The SMART–SZBL Summer Camp is an immersive academic event jointly hosted by the Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation (SMART) and the Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (SZBL). The camp is designed to foster scientific curiosity, promote academic exchange, and introduce outstanding undergraduate and master's students to the latest developments in biomedical research.

Through academic lectures, lab visits, hands-on experiences, and faculty-student interaction, the camp provides a unique opportunity to engage with leading scientists and explore potential future research pathways.

Each year, the summer camp welcomes approximately 150 highly motivated students from top domestic and international universities. Activities typically include an opening ceremony, cutting-edge scientific talks, campus and platform tours, and interactive discussion sessions with faculty members.

About SMART and SZBL

Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation (SMART) is committed to fostering original innovation, attracting and nurturing high-level talent, and advancing biomedical research and clinical translation. As a strategic platform for life sciences in the Greater Bay Area, SMART is building a full-cycle research and innovation ecosystem—from basic science to clinical application and industrial transformation.

Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (SZBL) is a major national-level innovation hub focused on biomedical research. With strong support from the Shenzhen municipal government, SZBL addresses critical challenges in health and medicine through interdisciplinary research. Its core areas include oncology, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, neurodegeneration, and infectious diseases. Research efforts integrate biology and information technology (IT + BT), spanning disease mechanisms, life informatics, novel drug discovery, and advanced medical imaging.

Together, SMART and SZBL are advancing a joint SMART PhD Program in collaboration with top Chinese universities, aiming to cultivate a new generation of innovative, cross-disciplinary scientists dedicated to exploring the mechanisms of life and disease.

Eligibility

The program is open to:

· Outstanding undergraduate and master’s students (current or recent graduates) with strong academic records;

· Applicants from relevant disciplines such as biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering, materials science, psychology, computer science, and related fields;

· Students with demonstrated interest in research, innovative thinking, and strong communication skills;

· Students with excellent English proficiency (e.g., CET-6, TOEFL, or IELTS scores, or equivalent academic background in English-medium programs).

Application Process

1. Online Registration & Material Submission
Candidates are required to submit an online application form along with a set of supporting documents.

2. Eligibility Review
Submitted materials are reviewed by the organizing team. Selected applicants will be contacted via email or phone.

3. Participation
Accepted students are expected to attend the camp on-site and in full. Travel and accommodation support is provided, including free lodging and meals. A partial travel reimbursement is available for non-local participants.

Explore More

For details on SMART and SZBL research teams and potential future advisors, visit:

· SMART Principal Investigators:
https://smart.org.cn/Education-and-Exchanges/Edu/Graduate/Study/SMART-Fellow/index.html

· SZBL Research Groups:
https://www.szbl.ac.cn/graduate_studies/smart_fellow.htm

Contact Us

Graduate Affairs Office
Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation – Shenzhen Bay Laboratory
+86 755 2692 3202
graduate_admission@smart.org.cn