Zhongyuan University of Technology: First try on the road of collaborative innovation
October 11 02:00:52, 2025
**Industry-University-Research: Pioneering the Path of Collaborative Innovation**
At the western entrance of the South Campus of Zhongyuan University of Technology, a modern science and technology park has emerged as a symbol of innovation. In 2012, the university officially launched the construction of its Science and Technology Park, becoming the only independently built and managed university science and technology park in Henan Province. This initiative aimed to accelerate the commercialization of scientific research and promote high-tech industrial development.
Today, the National Cotton Combing Technology Research and Development Center and the High-Efficiency Energy-Saving Combing Equipment Company have established themselves within the park, contributing to an annual output of over 300 sets of equipment. By May of this year, the park’s output value had reached nearly 100 million yuan, showcasing its growing economic impact.
In recent years, Zhongyuan University of Technology has focused on supporting the Central Plains Economic Zone and the Zhengzhou Airport Integrated Experimental Zone. The university has taken a leading role in collaborative innovation, enhancing its social service capabilities. In addition to energy-saving combing equipment, other high-potential projects such as functional textile materials, energy-efficient heat pump air conditioning systems, super-hard materials, and more are expected to be established in the park in the near future.
By the end of the “Twelfth Five-Year Plan,†the university aims to bring over 30 high-tech incubators and student entrepreneurial projects into the Science and Technology Park, while establishing eight or more independent or cooperative research institutions. In the future, the park will not only serve as a base for internships and research but also as a place where the entrepreneurial dreams of students and faculty can take root and grow.
According to Cui Shizhong, the Science and Technology Park is envisioned as a top-tier university science and technology park with national influence and unique characteristics. The next step involves leveraging the university's strengths in heat pump air conditioning technology, as well as in areas like color-for-spinning and electronic data processing, to develop high-tech products with independent intellectual property rights. This effort is expected to drive industrial growth and support the university’s long-term development goals.
**International Collaboration: Strengthening the University’s Global Influence**
At the University of Manchester in the UK, Dr. Wu Zijie, a Ph.D. in composite materials, has become a prominent figure both in academia and the Chinese community. As the chairman of the Manchester City Chinese Students and Scholars Association, he has played an active role in cultural exchanges and community engagement.
Wu Zijie graduated from Zhongyuan University of Technology and later earned his doctorate at the University of Manchester, one of the top eight universities in the UK and ranked 26th globally. His academic journey reflects the university’s growing international reputation.
Since 2004, Zhongyuan University of Technology has been pioneering Sino-foreign cooperative education programs, partnering with world-renowned institutions like the University of Manchester. These initiatives include undergraduate programs in textile engineering, marketing, and accounting, setting a benchmark for international collaboration in higher education.
“Internationalization is not just about introducing foreign programs; it’s a comprehensive strategy that enhances the university’s overall strength,†said Du Jianhui, Vice President of the university. Through collaborations with global institutions, the university has improved its curriculum, teaching quality, and faculty expertise.
Currently, Zhongyuan University of Technology maintains partnerships with nearly 50 universities across the U.S., UK, Russia, South Korea, and Sweden. It offers multi-level Sino-foreign cooperative programs, including joint degrees and exchange opportunities.
In 2007, the university joined the 1+2+1 Sino-US Talent Training Program, allowing students to study in the U.S. for two years after completing their first year in China. This program enables students to earn dual degrees from Chinese and American universities, with a high visa approval rate and no requirement for TOEFL scores.
**Teaching Excellence: Embracing the CDIO Engineering Education Model**
Recently, Jia Zhisheng from Zhongyuan University of Technology won second prize at the 6th National College Students’ Mechanical Innovation Design Competition for his “mini concept multi-function machine tool.†His success highlights the university’s strong emphasis on hands-on learning and innovation.
Du Jianhui noted that students across all disciplines are actively involved in competitions, research projects, and entrepreneurial ventures, thanks to the implementation of the CDIO engineering education model. CDIO stands for Conceive, Design, Implement, and Operate, and it focuses on developing four key competencies: technical knowledge, personal skills, teamwork, and system thinking.
Since 2005, the university has integrated CDIO principles into its training programs, aiming to cultivate application-oriented professionals with a strong engineering background. The results have been impressive: over the past three years, students have won numerous awards in prestigious competitions, including 19 national first prizes, 33 second prizes, and 31 third prizes in events like the Red Dot Design Award, the National University Students’ Challenge Cup, and the Freescale Smart Car Competition.
Through these efforts, Zhongyuan University of Technology continues to build a culture of innovation, excellence, and global engagement.
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