The Birth of Search-So —— The Exclusive Search Engine for DKU

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Kaiyuan Lou is a student of Data Science at Kunshan Duke University (DKU), class of 2024. He founded the Search-So project intending to provide a convenient information retrieval tool for teachers and students at DKU. Initially, he was solely responsible for development under the guidance of Professor Jiang Long. Gradually, he attracted more and more like-minded partners to join the team. As the project proceeded, they further discovered that what they were trying to solve was not just a purely technical problem, but a “darkness under the lamp” problem that is commonly found in many organizations: how to adapt internal resource websites and shared service systems to meet specific needs of users, improve information retrieval efficiency, and plan layouts reasonably? Thus, the business prospects, extended value and potential of this student project gradually emerged.

Students’ Entrepreneurship from 0 to 1

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In spring 2024, InE will launch a themed ESS lecture series focusing on the domain of entrepreneurship and capital. This series aims to provide DKU students with in-depth insights into innovation and entrepreneurship from investors’ perspectives. In the first themed ESS, we are honored to have Mr. Kehan Dong, Head of Investment and Operations at MiraclePlus, to share with us the process of entrepreneurship from 0 to 1.

2023 Fall U-Corp Project Showcase

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In the fall of 2023, U-Corp established close collaborations with six corporate partners/NGOs to conduct innovative and creative practice projects over a period of six months to a year. These projects focused on research into digital leadership strategies, rural cultural heritage conservation, the integration of folk songs with new media and biodiversity, corporate legal consulting and management roles, innovative community planning, and the current situation and sustainable development of EVs.

3D Printing Application: Robotics Design

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Biorobots, engineering robots, industrial robots — robots are almost everywhere in our lives. Have you ever wanted to create your own robot but didn’t know where to start? While it’s possible to assemble a robot using standardized parts, unleashing your imagination might require delving into 3D printing. On the evening of January 25th, join the 3D printing workshop at the Innovation Lab. Let’s explore the contributions of 3D printing and modeling to the world of robotics.

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

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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.

Creative Sounds: Explore Audio Design

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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.

2023 Fall Dii Application is Open – DKU Innovation Challenge Season 1: Innovation for Inclusion

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This challenge seeks fresh thinking that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. It is also the first step in the application phase of the DKU innovation incubator (Dii). Inequality persists, even as society advances. True innovation requires diverse perspectives to combat biases. This challenge calls on students to rethink innovation through an inclusive lens that embraces…

2023 Fall U-Corp Call for Application!

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DKU University-Corporation Lab (U-Corp Lab) functions as a dynamic intersection of academia and industry, uniting faculty expertise, student enthusiasm, and corporate insights. This collaboration is built on the principle that transformative ideas and groundbreaking innovations emerge from the synergy of diverse perspectives. The U-Corp Lab operates as a dynamic and iterative platform engaging various organizations/companies…