Academician Zhongqun Tian Delivers Keynote Speech at the 23rd GIFT Distinguished Lecture Series

On May 28, 2026, Zhongqun Tian, Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Professor of Xiamen University, delivered a lecture titled “Can AI + Instrumentation Open Up New Research Paradigms for Systems Energy Chemistry and Systems Health Medicine?".

The lecture attracted more than one hundred faculty and students, including Bin Ren (Dean of the College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, and Deputy Director of the State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces), Yixin Zhao (Director of the New Energy Technology Division, Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Commission, and Distinguished Professor of SJTU), Haibo Han (Deputy Chairperson of the GIFT Council), Weiliang Xia (Associate Dean of GIFT). The lecture was hosted by Siyu Yao, an undergraduate student from the class of 2024.

In the opening remarks, Haibo Han extended a warm welcome and sincere gratitude for Professor Tian's visit. Professor Tian is not only widely recognized for his innovative breakthroughs in physical chemistry at home and abroad, but also a mentor dedicated to education, making outstanding contributions to electrochemistry and the development of higher education.

In his lecture, Professor Tian reviewed the development and theoretical foundation of electrochemistry. From the perspectives of systems theory and cybernetics, he introduced the integration of AI and instrumentation in electrochemical research, explored its potential applications in future energy and future health, and proposed two paradigm-shifting directions: systems energy chemistry and systems health medicine. Additionally, he suggested that students think out of the box and develop a strategic and holistic view. He also encouraged students to tackle real-world problems through industrial practice and contribute to national science and technology development.

During the Q&A session, the audience engaged in lively discussions with Professor Tian on topics including the synchronous correlation among substance, information, and energy, doctoral students' academic development, and the impact of AI on higher education.

At the end of the event, Haibo Han presented Professor Tian with a commemorative gift on behalf of the college.