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Chinese Scientists Develop Novel Biopsy Capsule Robot to Replace Colonoscopy
Chinese scientists have developed the capsule robot (CR)—a new strategy for biopsy sampling which is expected to replace colonoscopy.Movement performance test of the new biopsy capsule robot developed at Tianjin University and biopsy samplingsThe team of researchers, led by Song Zhibin from Tianjin University, has developed a novel biopsy sampling strategy using the CR. The robot they have d...
2022-09-30 -
Campus
Contest of English Micro-videos, Photos, and Articles
To celebrate Tianjin University’s 127th anniversary, we are now holding a contest of English micro-videos, photos, and articles.1. ThemeMeet Tianjin University/Tianjin/China – Share your stories with Tianjin University/Tianjin/China.2. ParticipantsAll Tianjin University students, staff, and alumni are welcome.3. DurationSeptember 30 – October 10, 20224. Entry requirements(1) Micro videosThe ...
2022-09-30 -
China Daily
【China Daily】Chinese scientists develop novel biopsy capsule robot to replace colonoscopy
exploringtianjin.comUpdated:2022-09-29Movement performance test of the new biopsy capsule robot developed at Tianjin University and biopsy samplings Chinese scientists have developed the capsule robot (CR) — a new strategy for biopsy sampling that is expected to replace colonoscopy.The team of researchers, led by Song Zhibin from Tianjin University, has developed a novel biopsy sampling str...
2022-09-30 -
Campus
Time-lapse Photography of Tianjin University's Peiyangyuan Campus
By Liu Xingy
2022-09-28 -
Research
TJU Researchers Innovate DNA Storage Tech for Mural Preservation
Over the centuries, Dunhuang murals, the paintings on the inner walls of the Mogao Grottoes in China, an UNESCO World Heritage Site have been eroded by wind, sandstorms and human activity.Fig. 1: Dunhuang murals stored in DNA.A synthetic biology team at Tianjin University answers the call for mural protection and restoration with DNA-based data storage technology. The team developed a new DNA s...
2022-09-27 -
Global
WHO Deems Tianjin Biosecurity Guidelines High-level Principle
WHO released the Global Guidance Framework for the Responsible Use of the Life Sciences(Framework) and defined Tianjin Biosecurity Guidelines for Codes of Conduct for Scientists (Tianjin Guidelines) as high-level principle.The Framework is the first global, technical and normative framework for mitigating biorisks and governing dual-use research. It aims to provide values and principles, tool...
2022-09-27 -
Campus
【Schools at Tianjin University】 School of International Education
Established in January 2000, the School of International Education of Tianjin University administers international student affairs of the whole university and is responsible for Chinese language teaching of international students. The School is responsible for international students’ policy formulation and monitoring, enrollment, entry and exit, logistics support, education, management, and de...
2022-09-26 -
Arts and Culture
【Tianjin University Landmark】 Qiushi Pavilion
On the Jingye Lake of Weijin Road campus of Tianjin University sits a pavilion with gray tiles. It is one of the landmark buildings of Tianjin University-Qiushi Pavilion (Qiushi means seeking truth).Academician Peng Yigang, a master architect in China and professor of Tianjin University, didn’t follow the traditional approach of building the pavilion inan archaistic, elegant and magnificent wa...
2022-09-26 -
Xinhuanet
【Xinhuanet】Chinese scientists store grotto mural images in DNA
Source: XinhuaEditor: huaxia2022-09-19 16:08:00BEIJING, Sept. 19 (Xinhua) -- The DNA, a natural structure that has evolved to encode biological information, can be artificially modified into a durable, minuscule "digital museum."A team of Chinese scientists enciphered 10 digital pictures of Dunhuang murals into 210,000 DNA strands through the nucleotide sequences in a 6.8 MB zipped file, and th...
2022-09-21 -
Campus
Two High School Classmates Continue to be Classmates at Tianjin University
“I’ve visited Tianjin several times before, and I have also visited Tianjin University campus online, browsing campus photos. However, I didn’t have the chance to enter the campus. This is the first time I’ve been here. I feel like I am both an acquaintance and stranger here.”Gu Yixin, who comes from Beijing, with his high school classmate Du Zechun, moved into Tianjin University.The two...
2022-09-20 -
CGTN
【CGTN】：Chinese scientists find new way for robust DNA data storage: Nature
DNA is considered as an ideal storage medium under the era of data explosion due to its high density, long-term durability, and low maintenance cost. (Photo: CFP)Chinese scientists have found a way to handle DNA breaks and rearrangements, allowing them to store data for tens of thousands of years, according to an article published on Nature Communication on September 12.DNA is an ideal storage ...
2022-09-20