70th Anniversary of the College of Science & 50th Anniversary of the Gongguan Campus Series of Events
Last Updated 2025.12.10
- 70th Anniversary of the College of Science
Date : 2025/11/12
The College of Science at NTNU proudly celebrated its 70th anniversary alongside the 50th anniversary of the Gongguan Campus. Witnessed by faculty, students, and former deans, the ceremony focused on “Retrospect and Prospect,” honoring seven decades of achievements in science education and research.
In his opening remarks, NTNU President Cheng-Chih Wu (吳正己) praised the College’s outstanding contributions to talent cultivation and scientific breakthroughs. He emphasized that the Gongguan and Heping campuses together form the university’s dual core of “Humanities and Sciences.” Dean Jein-Shan Chen (陳界山) reflected on the challenges of the early days, highlighting the College’s pivotal role in NTNU’s transformation into a comprehensive university.
The anniversary featured a series of international conferences, science outreach activities, and various lectures showcasing the College’s academic depth. The ceremony concluded with a symbolic cake-cutting moment shared by the current Dean and former Deans—including He Shih (施河), Jau-D Chen (陳昭地), Chu-Nan Chang (張秋男), Chih-Ta Chia (賈至達), and Kwun-Min Chen (陳焜銘). This gathering represented a legacy passed down through generations, as the College looks forward to scaling new heights together.
- 2nd Prof. Fan Chuan-Po Memorial Lecture
Date : 2025/11/12
The anniversary concluded with the 2nd Professor Fan Chuan-Po Memorial Lecture, featuring Professor Fumihiko Nakano from Tohoku University. Moderated by Dean Jein-Shan Chen and Professor Ulrich Menne, the session fostered vibrant international exchange.
Dr. Shi-Guang Fan honored his grandfather’s legacy, recalling Professor Fan’s textbooks and scholarships that continue to inspire NTNU’s math education. In the lecture, Professor Nakano presented his research on electron localization in “disordered systems,” random Schrödinger operators, and tiling structures, offering deep insights into mathematical physics.
- 2025 KidWind Challenge in Asia
Date : 2025/11/01,11/02
As the sole Asia-Pacific partner for the U.S. DOE-backed KidWind Challenge, the Asia-Pacific Energy & Science Education Association (AESEA) is dedicated to advancing energy education standards. In 2024, AESEA invited global experts to foster professional development in the field.
The Grand Finals featured teams from Taiwan and Thailand competing in wind turbine design. Taichung Industrial High School (Team Y02) won Gold, while Taichung First Senior High School (Team Y03) and Thailand’s Civil Aviation Training Center (Team Y53) took Silver. All three qualified for the World Finals, showcasing exceptional innovation in renewable energy.
- 2025 National Lecture: Professor Bing-Joe Hwang Discusses the Challenges and Opportunities of Lithium Metal Batteries
Date : 2025/09/15
Professor Bing-Joe Hwang, Academician from the Department of Chemical Engineering at National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, discussed the challenges and opportunities of lithium metal batteries. While valued for their high energy density and potential in next-generation energy storage, these batteries face issues such as safety, cycle life, and manufacturability. He highlighted problems like lithium dendrite growth, electrolyte stability, and interface design, and shared solutions using innovative materials and advanced processes, emphasizing applications in electric vehicles and large-scale energy storage.
- International Distinguished Scholars Lecture Series - Academician Chung-Pei Ma on "A Conversation about Science and Art"
Date : 2025/08/12
The College hosted the International Distinguished Scholars Lecture Series, featuring Academician Chung-Pei Ma from Academia Sinica, who gave a talk titled “A Conversation about Science and Art.” Once a national youth violin champion, Ma later earned her Ph.D. in astrophysics at MIT and is known as a scholar who “researches physics with her left hand and plays the violin with her right.” She used Pollock’s drip painting to explain fluid instability, discussed the science of violin authentication, and highlighted how science and art inspire each other. She concluded by encouraging young scholars to stay curious and embrace opportunities in AI and quantum technology.
- 2025 Science Exploration Fair - Everyday Inquiry Sparks Innovation; Collaboration Builds Public Scientific Literacy
Date : 2025/06/14
Guided by the K-12 Education Administration of the Ministry of Education and co-organized by numerous educational and scientific institutions across the country, the 2025 Science Exploration Fair – “Teach Me This Way, and I’ll Understand” grand finals took place on June 14 at the Gongguan Campus. A total of 1,280 teams and nearly 3,000 participants from both Taiwan and abroad gathered to showcase their creative science projects, demonstrating scientific literacy and storytelling skills rooted in everyday life.
- 70th Anniversary Science Celebration of the College — “ 2025 Science Taipei “ Leads Citizens to Explore Sustainable Technology
Date : 2025/05/03
“ 2025 Science Taipei ” brought together families and communities to explore science and sustainability. Highlights included thrilling science domino shows, popular science book donations, and interactive booths covering SDGs topics. Participants enjoyed hands-on activities promoting green energy, recycling, and the beauty of math. The event also celebrated the 70th anniversary of the College of Science, showcasing the strong connection between science, society, and education.
- TPCF Green Sustainability Lecture: Chairman Emile Sheng of LDC Hotels & Resorts on Practicing Sustainable Tourism
Date : 2025/04/28
- Lecture by World-Renowned Scholar: Academician Shang-Cheng Hung Explores the Multifaceted Roles of Carbohydrates
Date : 2025/04/21
As part of our International Distinguished Scholar Lecture Series, Academician Shang-Cheng Hung delivered an insightful presentation titled “Glycobiology and Life,” delving into the diverse roles of carbohydrates in biology, medicine, and daily life. The lecture covered a wide range of topics, from the functions and applications of monosaccharides and disaccharides to complex carbohydrates, emphasizing their significance in cancer research, drug development, and food processing.
To enhance understanding, Academician Hung incorporated an interactive origami activity that illustrated the relationship between photosynthesis and carbohydrate formation, making complex scientific concepts more accessible and engaging. His presentation inspired attending faculty and students alike, broadening their academic horizons and encouraging interdisciplinary thinking.
- Taiwan-Europe-Australia Science Collaboration Symposium
Date : 2025/02/17 ~ 2025/02/19
