In early April, our team established an initial cooperative relationship with the HUST-China team. In order to better promote the knowledge of synthetic biology, our two teams separately planned and hosted orienteering events and lacquer fan-making activities. These events were not only filled with fun but also ingeniously integrated education into entertainment, allowing participants to gain a deeper understanding of synthetic biology while enjoying the pleasure of the activities.
Figure 1. HUST-China visited our institution for a knowledge-sharing session on synthetic biology.
Over the following months, the connection between our two teams became increasingly close. We frequently engaged in exchanges, sharing experiences on the difficulties, problems, and solutions encountered in the course of our HP work. In this process, we learned from each other, discussed solutions jointly, and effectively improved the progress efficiency of our projects. Moreover, we provided professional answers and support to the HUST-China team regarding their questions about protein structure optimization, helping them understand the reasons why protein structure optimization is necessary.
Through multiple rounds of cooperative exchanges, the friendship between our two teams has deepened, and we have both made significant progress in the research and application of synthetic biology. This cross-team collaborative model has not only provided new perspectives and methods for the development of our respective projects but also laid a solid foundation for the future development of the field of synthetic biology.
Our team has established a frequent communication and collaborative relationship with the OUC-haide team. In early June, the OUC-haide team visited our laboratory to engage in in-depth discussions on project progress, challenges encountered during implementation, and the solutions adopted. During this exchange, both teams presented their preliminary research findings, shared experiences in the field of synthetic biology, and exchanged opinions on issues of common interest. Over the following months, we maintained close communication and contact with the OUC-haide team, often providing mutual support and assistance. We discussed many details across various aspects, striving to find the best ways to enhance project efficiency.
Figure 2. The OUC-Haide team members visited our lab for an exchange.
At the end of August, the OUC-haide team was invited to participate in the Central China Exchange Conference hosted by our team. Although geographical constraints limited their participation to an online format, this did not hinder the profound exchange between our teams. At the conference, the OUC-haide team not only shared their research updates but also offered unique insights into the latest trends and challenges in the field of synthetic biology. Through this online interaction, the relationship between our teams has become even closer, and our willingness to cooperate has been further solidified.
Through this series of collaborative and exchange activities, we have not only deepened our friendship with the OUC-haide team but also achieved complementarity and mutual benefit in academic research.
Our team has maintained close cooperative and communicative relations with the various research teams of Hubei University. In April of this year, we had the honor of being invited to participate in the Synthetic Biology Open Day hosted by Hubei University. At this conference, we not only showcased our research achievements but also engaged in in-depth academic exchanges with other participating teams, jointly exploring cutting-edge issues and future development directions in the field of synthetic biology.
In August, the team from Hubei University returned the visit and actively participated in the exchange meeting hosted by our team. During this exchange meeting, both teams not only introduced the progress of their respective projects in detail and shared valuable experiences in the scientific research process but also put forward many constructive suggestions and opinions for the further development and optimization of the projects. Such exchanges undoubtedly provided new impetus and ideas for the advancement of both teams’ projects.
Moreover, our teams from the two universities frequently engage in mutual assistance activities. Whether it is challenges in experimental techniques or dilemmas in project management, we are always able to receive timely and effective help and solutions from each other. This mode of cooperative support has not only deepened the friendship between us but has also significantly enhanced our respective research levels and project execution efficiency. Through such collaborative exchanges, we have jointly propelled the research in the field of synthetic biology to a deeper level of development.
In addition, our team has established extensive exchange and cooperative relationships with NNU-China, NUDT-China, BNUZH-China, WHU-China and other teams. We jointly explore hot topics in the field of synthetic biology and exchange scientific research insights. Through multiple seminars, workshops, and online communication platforms, we share experimental techniques and project management experiences with these teams, jointly promoting the development of our respective projects.
Figure 3. Our group photo with NNU-China.
During these exchanges, we have not only deepened our understanding of the cutting-edge areas of synthetic biology but also drawn on each other’s practices to collectively address a series of technical challenges. The teams from Beijing Normal University Zhuhai Campus and National University of Defense Technology have a profound research foundation in the fields of molecular biology and systems biology. Their professional insights and advanced technologies have provided us with valuable references. Similarly, we are also happy to share our research findings and experiences, fostering a positive interactive and win-win situation.