Four DKU professors win grants from National Natural Science Foundation of China
Four DKU professors have received research funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, one of the
country’s most prestigious academic programs. The recipients are: Ming Li, professor of electrical and computer
engineering; Xinrong Lin, associate professor of chemistry; Claudia Fernandes Nisa, assistant professor of behavioral
science; and Jianbo Yue, professor of biology.
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DKU student wins Brazil’s top fellowship
Felipe Silvestri, a fourth-year student at DKU, has been named a 2025 Fundação Estudar Fellow, one of Brazil’s most
competitive fellowships for young leaders, awarded to less than 0.5% of applicants each year.
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DKU welcomes new faculty this fall
This fall, DKU welcomes a new cohort of faculty bringing diverse expertise and personal passions to the campus
community. From economists and mathematicians to computer scientists, language instructors and public policy scholars,
their research spans international trade, speech security, applied mathematics, environmental economics and more. Beyond
their academic accomplishments, their varied paths and interests reflect the curiosity and global perspectives that
define DKU’s learning environment.
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DKU hosts annual Sustainability Day for new students
From planting on a living wall to touring the campus energy hub, students at DKU got a hands-on look at what sustainable
living means during the school’s annual Sustainability Day on August 13. The event, held for Class of 2029
undergraduates and Class of 2027 graduate students, wove lessons on climate and conservation into orientation week
through interactive tours, games and workshops.
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DKU VaxLab supports HPV vaccine inclusion in China’s national immunization program
China has rolled out nationwide HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine immunization for schoolgirls and included the HPV
vaccine in the National Immunization Program (NIP), a move expected to benefit millions of families. The Innovation Lab
for Vaccine Delivery Research (VaxLab) at DKU has played a pivotal role in providing evidence and advocacy to support
the policy decision.
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DKU residence halls featured in higher education housing publication
DKU residence halls were recently highlighted in the "Building Spotlight" section of The Talking Stick, published by the
Association of College and University Housing Officers – International, which recognizes excellence in campus living
spaces worldwide.
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Leading global health experts from U.S. think tank visit DKU
Four global health experts from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) visited DKU on Aug. 21,
engaging in discussions with students and faculty on topics spanning health security, science diplomacy and U.S.-China
relations.
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Suzhou pingtan performance brings Jiangnan culture to DKU
On the evening of Sept. 25, DKU Library and the Office of Student Experience hosted the Suzhou Pingtan Troupe for its
first campus performance at the DKU Theater. Held under the bright autumn moon ahead of China’s National Day, the event
drew hundreds of attendees from the DKU and local communities and offered a vivid introduction to Jiangnan cultural
traditions.
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Exhibition and workshop: Flora and feminists—explore a new dimension of botany
From Sept. 12 to Oct. 7, the exhibition and workshop Flora and Feminists – The Subversive Science of Botany was held at
HUM Space in the Academic Building, inviting audiences to explore the intersections of women and plants through talks
and workshops.
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DKU Invitational, photo credit: DKU Athletics Media Team
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Pingtan, photo credit: Zexi Wang
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DKU Bee Club, photo credit: Kaiqi Wu
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