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Westlake University

Westlake University is the first new research-oriented university in China sponsored by social forces and strongly supported by the state. Since its formal establishment in 2

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8, it has become an important window into China&#

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9;s higher education reform and an emerging force in international scientific collaboration.

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    Research Focus

    The university focuses on three major areas: science, life and health, and frontier technology, and has established six interdisciplinary research centers. The School of Life Sciences has achieved international levels in structural biology and tumor immunotherapy, with its cryo-electron microscopy platform among the world’s top research facilities. The School of Science has made breakthroughs in quantum computing and condensed matter physics. The School of Engineering&#

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    9;s AI and robotics team has continuously published significant findings in top international journals.

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    International Collaboration

    International collaboration is a key strategic pillar for Westlake University. Over 80% of the faculty have previously worked at top global institutions, including 26 chaired professors from MIT, Stanford, and similar universities. Strategic partnerships include joint postdoctoral programs with Caltech and EPFL. The &#

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    9;Joint Research Center for Computational Biomedicine&#

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    9; established with EPFL has become a model of China-Europe collaboration.

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    Technology Transfer

    Westlake University has developed an efficient mechanism for technology transfer. Its biomedical research achievements have led to multiple cooperation agreements with companies such as WuXi AppTec and Hengrui Medicine, with tumor immunotherapy-related patent transfers exceeding 300 million RMB. Nanotechnology in materials science is also advancing toward commercialization. A dedicated tech transfer fund supports the incubation of early-stage projects.

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    Key Areas for International Collaboration

    - Joint research tackling major scientific questions in fundamental research
    - Shared platforms for interdisciplinary innovation
    - Exchange and joint training programs for young scientists
    - Tech transfer collaboration in biomedicine and advanced materials

    Westlake University adopts globally aligned research management practices, operates under a PI (Principal Investigator) system, and offers flexible, efficient institutional support for international cooperation. The International Collaboration Office and Technology Transfer Office provide professional services throughout the collaboration process—from research matching and agreement