Description
About the Forum
Hosted by the School of Engineering, Westlake University, the Yungu Young Scholars Symposium is our flagship recruitmentfocused academic event. The 7th forum will be held virtually. Following our longstanding mission, it gathers outstanding young talents in engineering worldwide to foster highlevel intellectual exchange and academic dialogue.
The School of Engineering comprises three departments and one center: Department of Electronic Information Engineering, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Department of Artificial Intelligence, and the Center for Advanced Engineering Science and Technology.
This forum covers cuttingedge research areas including electronic information science and technology, materials science and engineering, artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, chemical and bioengineering, environmental science and engineering, as well as mechanics and mechanical engineering. Featuring Englishlanguage academic presentations, it explores frontier engineering topics and encourages interdisciplinary inspiration and potential research collaboration.
Parallel Sessions
Session 1: Electronic Information Engineering
Electronic and Information Engineering has always been the driving force for the development of our modern information technology society and is the foundation of most advanced technologies. The design and tests of Integrated circuits (ICs) are one of the most representative intellectual achievements of Electronic and Information Engineering which incorporate interdisciplinary science and engineering fields such as material, device, electronic and optic components. The integration of fluid, structural, mechanical, hydraulic, electronic, power, control, acoustic, and artificial intelligence into intelligent equipment is another achievement in this field. The Department of Electronic and Information Engineering at Westlake University is committed to lead research activities in the following main areas:
1. Optics, Photonics and Optoelectronics
2. Micro- and Nano-fabrication Technologies
3. Microelectronics and Telecommunications
4. Electronic and Energy Devices
5. Intelligent Equipment and Systems
In all these main areas, our research programs and projects include various stages of original contributions and impactful innovations, such as theory, modeling, simulation, nanofabrication, assembly, test, validation, in vitro and in vivo experiments, clinical tests when applied, and project management.
Timeline
Application window: Aug 31 – Oct 31, 24:00 (UTC+8), 2026
Invitation issuance: on or before Nov 15 (UTC+8), 2026
Forum dates: NovDec 2026 (UTC+8). Exact dates to be announced.
Session 2: Materials Science and Engineering
Research in the Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) program focuses on the design and creation of new materials, the understanding of their structure-properties-functions relationship and applying our discoveries for the well-being of the society, such as through advanced manufacturing, new materials and their use in electronics, energy, sustainability, healthcare, and public health.
Driven by curiosity, the excitement of discovery and a sense of commitment to the society, members in the MSE community conduct frontier research connecting fundamental science with engineering to create enabling technologies. MSE faculty members have diverse intellectual background and extensive research and education experience from other world-class institutes, which they leverage to enhance learning experience and bring the best out of the students.
MSE is interdisciplinary in nature, and naturally collaborates with other engineering disciplines as well as physical, biological and life sciences. Below are some examples of our research areas.
1. Energy Materials
2. Electronic Materials
3. Advanced Materials Characterization
4. Advanced Manufacturing
5. Biomedical Materials
Timeline
Application window: Aug 31 – Oct 31, 24:00 (UTC+8), 2026
Invitation issuance: on or before Nov 15 (UTC+8), 2026
Forum dates: NovDec 2026 (UTC+8). Exact dates to be announced.
Session 3: Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence has achieved tremendous success in research and industry across fields such as perception, recognition, and decision-making, as well as in information technology and big data analysis. It has become a major driving force behind modern and future technological and social development, and has spurred technological innovation in a wide range of other fields.
The research at the Department of Artificial intelligence at Westlake University centers around four key directions:
1.Fundamental Theory of intelligent Information Processing: This area focuses on the basic principles and methods of information acquisition and intelligent processing, grounded in data science, signal processing, pattern recognition, machine learning, deep learning, brain-inspired learning, and optimization theory. The aim is to explore new technologies and methods for information processing.
2. Autonomous Intelligent Systems: Integrating technologies such as autonomous driving, drones, humanoid robots, autonomous control and decision-making, machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, intelligent perception, intelligent coordination and control, evolutionary computation and swarm intelligence algorithms, and complex system optimization, this field aims to enhance the autonomy, intelligence, and collaboration of unmanned systems.
3. Intelligent Biomedical Electronics: This field merges electronics, information science, artificial intelligence, and medicine with a focus on the processing and application of biomedical signals. It promotes the development of wearable medical devices, biosensors, and medical imaging technologies to advance healthcare.
4. Interdisciplinary Intelligence: Addressing the intelligent technology needs of fields such as life sciences, medicine, and natural sciences, this area emphasizes Al-driven interdisciplinary research and applications. It seeks to promote the intelligent development and mutual advancement across various academic disciplines. We are dedicated to achieving influential innovations in theories and applications of these research fields, in addition to scientific research leadership, we also emphasize undergraduate and graduate education, with the goal of cultivating then next generation of global leaders through inspiring research problems to motivate their professional development.
Timeline
Application window: Aug 31 – Oct 31, 24:00 (UTC+8), 2026
Invitation issuance: on or before Nov 15 (UTC+8), 2026
Forum dates: NovDec 2026 (UTC+8). Exact dates to be announced.
Session 4: Advanced Engineering Science and Technology
The Center for Advanced Engineering Sciences and Technology (CAEST) combines the strengths of biological, biomedical, chemical, environmental, and mechanical engineering to tackle complex global challenges through integrated research and education. Our mission is to foster a collaborative environment that bridges engineering, life sciences, and environmental stewardship, driving innovative solutions for a healthier, sustainable, and technologically advanced future.
By combining fundamental sciences with advanced engineering principles, we aim to pioneer cutting-edge technologies across various domains, including biological and mechanical systems, biomedicine, sustainable materials, and environmental management. The center is dedicated to nurturing future leaders with a strong foundation in interdisciplinary problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity, empowering them to lead advancements across diverse fields that impact society and the environment.
Key Areas:
1. Biochemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing, Energy Systems and CO Capture, Utilization
2. Complex Earth Systems, Global Change, Planetary Health and Carbon Neutrality Strategy
3. Biomaterials, Bioelectronics, Neuroengineering, and Computational Medicine
4. Solid Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, and Dynamics
Timeline
Application window: Aug 31 – Oct 31, 24:00 (UTC+8), 2026
Invitation issuance: on or before Nov 15 (UTC+8), 2026
Forum dates: NovDec 2026 (UTC+8). Exact dates to be announced.
Eligibility
Open to outstanding global youngtalent in engineering. Applicants shall satisfy one of the following criteria:
a. Postdoctoral researchers at toptier overseas universities or research institutes;
b. PhD candidates expected to graduate in 20262027 from toptier overseas universities or research institutes;
c. Earlycareer researchers with PhD obtained within the past 8 years.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates please submit required documents via: apply.interfolio.com/192240.
Please monitor your registered email. Confirm your attendance upon receiving the forum invitation.
Failure to receive an invitation by Nov 15th implies a nonshortlisted application.
Compensation & Benefits
a. Competitive contractbased remuneration and benefits benchmarked against top global universities, allowing awardees to fully focus on academic pursuits. Equivalent or enhanced packages are available for candidates holding faculty offers from worldclass universities.
b. Generous research startup funding. Ample support for laboratory space, team recruitment and PhD student quotas according to research needs.
c. Housing support or housing allowance.
d. Premium commercial medical insurance for appointees, spouses and minor children. Assistance for children’s schooling and childcare to remove domestic concerns.
About Westlake University
Founded in 2018, Westlake University is a new type of non-profit research-oriented university in Hangzhou, China, supported by public and private funding. Preceded by the Westlake Institute for Advanced Study, Westlake University is creating a stimulating, world-class environment for research and education in science, engineering and technology, and life sciences.
About School of Engineering
The School of Engineering at Westlake University is seeking to fill multiple tenured or tenure-track faculty positions in all ranks. We seek candidates with research interests in but not limited to the following areas.
Link to Westlake University Homepage: https://en.westlake.edu.cn/
Link to School of Engineering Homepage: https://en-soe.westlake.edu.cn/
