Seeking truth for good: A Group of DKUers’ “Unmanned Driving” Journey

Dii News

At Duke Kunshan University, Tianyi Zhang is a 2024 master’s student in Medical Physics, who majored in Electronic Information Engineering as an undergraduate and participated in DJI product development. Meanwhile, Renzo Balcazar Tapia is a 2025 undergraduate student in Data Science who comes from Peru, with research interests in algorithms and has won numerous awards in International Mathematical Olympiads. On the journey of learning and life, they were originally two clearly demarcated parallel lines. However, the college innovation and entrepreneurship project “Research on Autonomous Localization and Navigation Technology Algorithm of Robot” has brought these two parallel lines together, embarking on a road of scientific research.

From Dropping Out to Start a Business to Pre-Series A Round: Reflections and Challenges on the Entrepreneurial Journey

InLab News

In this ESS event, we are honored to have Ms. Yipei Wei, founder of AFFiNE, a Miro/Notion alternative with over 23K stars on GitHub, as our guest speaker. Her company has reached millions of users across 195 countries and has more than 20 ambassadors. Through this lecture, she will provide valuable insight into entrepreneurial thought processes in startup operations, successful open-sourcing with global expansion, entrepreneurial pitfalls, how to avoid them, and why perseverance is key even in the darkest moments of building a startup.

Unleash the Magic of Movement

InLab News

Ever wondered how those breathtaking action scenes in movies are made? The Hulk’s powerful smash, superman soaring through the skies, or a dancer’s graceful moves – how are these captured and portrayed on the big screen? Join us on November 24th, Thursday afternoon, at the Motion Capture Creative Workshop in InLab, where we’ll reveal the technological secrets behind these cinematic wonders.

3D Print Your Christmas

InLab News

In childhood, have you ever been entranced by the intricate designs of a Christmas ornament, pondering the magic that breathes life into them? This holiday season, we warmly invite you to uncover the secrets behind the creation of these festive adornments. On November 24th, step into the enchanting realm of InLab, where the marvel of Christmas seamlessly blends with the innovation of 3D printing. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, our doors swing wide for you to immerse yourself in the joy of crafting something truly unique with 3D printing technology.

Navigating Early Careers: Practical Insights

Dii News

In the era of globalization, how can we effectively position ourselves and chart a clear path for our future careers? As DKU students benefiting from the integration of both Chinese and international educational philosophies, how can we leverage this advantage to enhance our professional competence and become well-rounded talents? How can we fully utilize our skills and soft power to open the doors to top global enterprises, truly integrate into the international community, and become qualified global citizens? For those eager to secure high-paying, high-quality job opportunities on Wall Street during their undergraduate or graduate years, what steps should they take to prepare? In this ESS session, we were thrilled to have Nancy Chen share her invaluable insights and unravel the secrets of job-seeking skills.

Creative Sounds: Explore Audio Design

InLab News

Join our immersive Sound Design Workshop! Discover the art of sound design and unleash your creativity with cutting-edge tools. Dive into the world of audio manipulation by using Audio Design Desk software. Learn how to shape soundscapes, create impactful audio, and bring your projects to life. Whether you’re an aspiring sound designer or simply curious, this workshop will expand your sonic horizons. Don’t miss the opportunity to craft sound like a pro.

The Bits and Pieces of Entrepreneurship

Dii News

In this ESS event, we are honored to have Mr. Li Lixin, a partner and chief consultant at Jade Capital, as our guest. Through this sharing session, he will elucidate how investors evaluate entrepreneurs from various angles and how to increase the chances of entrepreneurial success. He will also provide a brief introduction to the company and its investment focuses.

Constructal Thinking of E-Commerce and Its Future in the AI Era

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For this ESS event, we are privileged to have Mr. Huang Junyan, the current Senior E-Commerce Manager for the renowned fashion accessory brand CASETiFY in China, as our guest speaker. Through this lecture, he will help students gain a deeper understanding of the underlying principles of e-commerce and how to develop a mature strategic framework and model within the ever-evolving landscape, particularly in the AI era.