Education

Introduction

Countless examples demonstrate that receiving a good education is crucial for a brighter future. This principle applies not only to individuals but also to countries and communities. Our alma mater, Lanzhou University, is situated in northwestern China, an area characterized by a relatively desolate environment and an economic development level that pales in comparison to more prosperous regions such as Shanghai or Guangdong. Additionally, our inland location results in limited transportation options. These factors contribute to a less than satisfactory level of educational development here. In the context of globalization, coastal regions are flourishing, while our inland area appears to have a bleak outlook. It seems our university has little hope of reclaiming its status as one of China's top ten institutions. Our circumstances and the resources available to us mirror those of individuals from other inland regions and countries. In a global landscape that thrives on maritime trade, people from inland areas struggle to access the same resources as those in coastal regions across various domains, including economics, trade, technology, and education.

One fateful night, in the quiet corridors of our educational journey, a conversation unfolded that would alter the course of our lives:

“Is there an inherent barrier for people from inland regions when it comes to education, compared to those from coastal areas? Does having fewer resources make it harder for us, as inland dwellers, to succeed?” a team member mused, his voice filled with frustration.

Another replied, “Perhaps we don’t always need to chase the highest honors. We can become our own role models through hard work, carve out our unique identities, and set an example in our region. While we may not be able to provide more people with access to high-quality educational resources, by developing a full range of educational activities aimed at the widest possible audience. That is already a meaningful contribution!”

Thus, we decided to embark on a comprehensive science popularization journey. We believe that the dissemination of scientific knowledge should be inclusive, targeting all age groups and reaching as many people as possible.

Our journey spans four distinct levels: schools, communities and cities, the nation, and the globe, each presenting unique challenges and opportunities. At the school level, we focused on two specific age groups: children and elementary school students, university students.

In schools, we organized fun science games for children, laboratory tours, scientific conferences for university students, and slide painting activities. These initiatives captivated young minds and encouraged the artistic expression of complex scientific concepts.

In Lanzhou, Gansu Province, we collaborated with community service centers and hospitals to host science popularization activities for audiences of all ages, primarily featuring engaging games and informative presentations.

On a national scale, we tailored educational programs to address regional disparities and distributed printed cancer science handbooks across the country.

Globally, we developed and disseminated multilingual cancer knowledge handbooks, shared science articles on WeChat public accounts, and created a manual advocating for educational equity. We are committed to ensuring that the dissemination of scientific knowledge faces no barriers, whether related to national borders, natural conditions, age, or gender.

By adopting a precision-oriented approach, we have ensured that everyone—regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, or background—can access scientific knowledge. We successfully integrated art and science, conducting educational activities in engaging ways that unite hearts and minds around the world.

Our view of education

In the vision of our team, education has been endowed with a more profound and rich connotation, which goes far beyond the level of simple knowledge indoctrination and skill teaching, and becomes a profound spiritual journey and a feast of wisdom awakening. We firmly believe that the true meaning of education, as the French Enlightenment thinker Rousseau-put it, is not only to sow the seeds of knowledge in the hearts of students, but also to ignite their inner flame of exploring the unknown and pursuing the truth, leading them to embark on an extraordinary journey of self-discovery and growth.

The Chinese sage Lao Zi once said, "It is better to teach people to fish than to teach them to fish." As a group of explorers with scientific dreams and educational enthusiasm, we are committed to building an open, inclusive and innovative learning environment, so that every student can breathe freely on this fertile soil and explore bravingly. We believe that the power of education lies in inspiring students' own learning potential. Through the project-driven learning model, students are encouraged to think independently, practice, and combine theoretical knowledge with practical problems, so as to deepen understanding in practice, sharpen their will in challenges, and learn to communicate and collaborate in cooperation.

On the platform of iGEM, we encourage students to have the courage to question and challenge authority, and guide every member to pay attention to social hotspots, think about science and technology ethics, examine the world from a scientific perspective, and warm people's hearts with humanistic feelings. In various community activities, we apply the knowledge we have learned to help others, not only helping the residents of the community, but also educating each team member themselves. Because we attach great importance to spiritual touch and enlightenment, the ultimate goal of education is to cultivate future leaders who are capable of independent thinking, social responsibility and humanistic care. We believe that such education can cultivate interdisciplinary talents with both profound scientific literacy and noble moral sentiments, so as to contribute to the progress and development of society.

To sum up, iGEM team's viewpoint and purpose in education is to pay more attention to the enlightenment of mind and the awakening of wisdom while imbuing knowledge. Through innovative education methods, students' inner motivation is stimulated, and they are trained to become new era youth with innovative spirit, practical ability, social responsibility and humanistic care. We firmly believe that this kind of education is the true sense of education, which can not only illuminate the future of students, but also illuminate the direction of human civilization.

Schools

1. Elementary school

LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA Collaborates with Primary School to Foster a Healthy Future: Promoting Type 2 Diabetes Awareness and Encouraging Indoor Sports to Enhance Children's Vitality

Date: June 3, 2024
Time: Monday morning at 9:00
Location: Luoyu Xincun Primary School, Tianshui city, Gansu Province

In the summer of 24, our team went into Tianshui Luoyu New Village Primary School to carry out a unique popular science education activity. With the theme of "Healthy life, away from type 2 diabetes", this activity aims to guide children to establish a healthy concept of life through the combination of scientific popularization and interesting sports, actively intervene in bad living habits, and jointly protect the healthy growth.

On the day of the activity, the sun was shining, and the playground of the primary school was filled with laughter. The members of LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA dressed in uniform, held well-prepared popular science materials, and opened the mystery of type 2 diabetes for the children in a lively and interesting way. They introduced the basic knowledge, causes, hazards and prevention methods of diabetes in a simple way, especially emphasized the importance of healthy diet, regular work and rest and moderate exercise for the prevention of diabetes.

In order to make the children feel the charm of a healthy lifestyle more intuitively, the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA team also carefully planned a series of indoor exercise sessions. From the easy to learn aerobics to the fun team relay race, each activity is designed to inspire children to participate in the activity, so that they can enjoy the exercise and realize the positive effect of exercise on physical health. Children sweat in the laughter, not only exercise the body, but also learn to adhere to and help each other in the team cooperation.

At the event, the children's enthusiastic participation and positive feedback made the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members feel happy. A team member said, "We are very happy to see the children so engaged in the activity. We hope that through our efforts, we can stimulate their interest in healthy living, so that they can develop good living habits from an early age and stay away from diseases."

This popular science education activity not only received the consistent praise of school teachers and students, but also aroused widespread concern from all walks of life. Parents commented on the event's tweets: This activity is very meaningful, not only increase the children's knowledge, but also promote their physical and mental health. The school also said it will continue to strengthen cooperation with all sectors of society to jointly create a healthier and happier environment for children.

With the successful conclusion of the activity, the healthy seeds planted by the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA and Luoyu Xincun Primary School have quietly taken root and germinated. In the future, the two sides will continue to work hand in hand, continue to explore and practice on the road of science education and health promotion, and contribute more strength to the healthy growth of children.

LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA Illuminate Rural Science: Donating Books to Support Education and Creating Handcrafted Goods

On a sunny summer day, our team members went to a quiet village in Gansu Province to spread knowledge and hope to the children. Our activity became a bridge connecting the city and the countryside, knowledge and dreams. LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA, with the love for knowledge and enthusiasm for transmission, embarked on a public welfare trip to rural primary schools, and interpreted the profound connotation of "medical benevolence, education first" with practical actions.

Donating books to support teaching, Education sowing scientific dreams

As the sun rises, the campus of the Village Primary School in Ganga Town welcomes a group of special guests - the volunteers of the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA. We not only brought carefully selected books, but also brought a special scientific feast for children - the wonderful exploration of synthetic biology. Through lively and interesting explanations and interactive experiments, they transform complex scientific concepts into language that children can easily understand, and inspire their curiosity and desire to explore the world of science.

In Gannan, books are passed around by herdsmen. Answering questions for a preliminary study of children of the world, out of textbooks, civilization history book, famed reveals the secret of the popular science books, realize the dream of story books, is the admission coupons to the grassland outside the numerous and complicated world, education teach children how to respect others, take good care of yourself, comprehension sociable way and response in a sense, the feelings of the world wide and wonderful, To establish full fighting spirit, wisdom and confidence, combined with their own vision, to understand all the dangers in the society, all suffering, to help them establish a correct outlook on life, world outlook, values. From deep self-recognition to hard self-realization, step by step, through a book, through a lesson, slowly, every day, strive to do better themselves, seize the most pure joy and happiness in life.

Perception of team members and feedback of primary school students, witness the power of education

"Teacher, do you know? When you stood on that humble but full of knowledge platform, and opened the mystery of synthetic biology for us in a vivid and interesting way, I seemed to step into a new and wonderful world. Those concepts that existed only in books and were so distant and obscure to me suddenly came alive, like bright stars, shining in my heart."

The positive feedback from the children is like the warm sun in spring, which warms the hearts of every team member. One of the team members said, "Saying goodbye to the primary school students is actually a bit difficult to say goodbye to when we meet. But parting is a normal part of life, and we all move from it to the future of our lives. It is a pity that this time there is no ability, dare not make the promise of 'if I am the emperor of the Qing Dynasty in his year, report and peach blossom'. I only hope that the next time I go to Gannan and meet my children again, they will have grown up a lot and become useful people to society."

Handicrafts creation, experience rural culture

In addition to donating books and teaching, the our team members also actively participated in local special handicrafts creation projects. Under the guidance of the villagers, they experienced every step from the selection of materials to the finished products, and felt the unique charm of rural culture. These handicrafts are not only exquisite, but also contain profound cultural deposits and the wisdom and diligence of the rural people.

In order to let more people know and pay attention to rural culture, our team also used social media and campus platforms to publicize and promote these handicrafts. Through their efforts, they hope to inject new vitality into the development of rural economy, and at the same time, let more people feel the beauty and charm of rural areas.

Conclusion

The trip to a rural primary school to donate books and help teach and create handicrafts came to an end. Our team not only sent the children the seeds of knowledge and the dream of science, but also experienced the unique charm of rural culture and made positive publicity for it. We believe that in the coming days, these seeds of knowledge and culture will take root and grow up in the hearts of children, and contribute to the prosperity and development of rural areas.

Gao Lan Road Primary School: Supporting Education Initiatives

Abstract: Synthetic biology is the key to the scientific exploration of university medical students in primary school

Date: May 17, 2024
When: Friday morning, 10:30 a.m
Location: Gaolan Road Primary School, Chengguan District, Lanzhou City, Gansu Province

In the spring of Lanzhou, a season full of curiosity and exploration, a team of medical volunteers from Lanzhou University, with a passion for life science and education, entered the primary school campus, and brought a unique "wonderful class of synthetic biology" to the primary school students here. This activity not only let the complex scientific concepts become lively and interesting, the more inspired the children curiosity about the natural world is infinite and exploratory.

Medical students became science experts

In the traditional concept, medical students are often closely connected with hospitals and laboratories, but this time, they have a new identity - science teachers, standing on the platform of the primary school. The team members have carefully prepared a series of courses with the theme of "interesting synthetic biology", aiming to let primary school students have a preliminary understanding of the charm of this cutting-edge scientific field through easy-to-understand language and vivid and interesting experiments. This is not only our knowledge propaganda, but also an education for us.

Biology has been transformed

In the classroom, our team members skillfully transformed complex synthetic biology concepts into fascinating stories and experiments. They talked about how to "customize" microbes through magic gene-editing technology, making them little experts at producing drugs and cleaning up pollution; And show how the principles of synthetic biology can be used to design plants that glow and make the world more colorful at night. These high-tech technologies, which originally only exist in university laboratories, seem to be within reach under the explanation of volunteers, making primary school students listen with interest and their eyes twinkling with curiosity and yearning for the unknown world.

"So science can be so fun!" ", "I want to be a scientist when I grow up and create more amazing things!" ... After the activity, the students expressed their feelings and dreams. They were not only attracted by the wonder of synthetic biology, but also infected by the volunteers' love and persistence for science. Many students said it was the first time they had been so close to such cutting-edge scientific knowledge, and it felt like opening a door to a new world.

This activity is not only a simple popularization of science, but also a vivid practice of the deep integration of education and science. It allowed the students to feel the charm of science in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, and stimulated their interest and enthusiasm for scientific exploration. At the same time, for the medical student volunteers involved in it, it is also a rare social practice opportunity, so that they can teach knowledge at the same time, but also harvest the growth and the realization of self-worth.

Conclusion

With the rapid development of science and technology, cutting-edge technologies such as synthetic biology are gradually changing our lives. The activity of synthetic biology teaching in primary schools has undoubtedly planted the seeds of hope for the cultivation of future scientific and technological talents. We are looking forward to, in the near future, the once pupils are attracted to synthetic biology knowledge, to grow in the future to promote the pillars just the progress of science and technology, the benefit of human society.

In a sunny weekend, the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA with full of enthusiasm and creativity, carried out a unique synthetic biology fun painting activity. This activity is not only a transfer of knowledge, but also a touch of the heart, aiming to sow the seeds of infinite curiosity and love for synthetic biology in the innocent hearts of children.

The event was full of children's unrestrained imagination and desire to explore the unknown world. LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members are "synthetic biology teachers", with vivid and interesting language and colorful props, for children to open a door to the microscopic world.

Yang Lili, a young girl with large eyes shining with curiosity, sat in front of the colorful canvas, holding a colored pen and sketching with rapt attention. In her hands, the DNA double helix is no longer a cold scientific symbol, but a multicolour, whirling, leaping elf. "I'm drawing DNA dancing, hand in hand to create the miracle of life," she explains excitedly. When Lily happily showed the work full of childlike fun and creativity to the team members, everyone's face was filled with praise and encouragement smiles.

Nearby, a young boy was listening intently to a "synthetic biology teacher" talking about the mysteries of DNA replication. From the unwinding of the double strand of DNA, to the transcription of RNA, to the translation of protein, every complex process has been simplified into a vivid story, so that Jack was fascinated. He nodded and ask questions, the thirst for knowledge and curious about the unknown, let everybody present was deeply moved.

The interaction between the children and LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members was full of warmth and joy throughout the activity. They not only drew the world of synthetic biology in their hearts, but also deeply understood the basic principles and application prospects of synthetic biology through games, questions and answers and other forms. The children's laughter and exhilaration are intertwined to form a moving picture, which perfectly interprets the essence of iGEM education -- to stimulate creativity, cultivate the spirit of exploration, and let more people join in the vast world of synthetic biology.

As the sun set, the activity slowly came to an end. But this experience, like a seed, was deeply buried in the children's hearts. It will take root and grow strong in the coming days, and finally blossom into their own scientific flower. The LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA believes that through such activities, more children like Lily and Jack can be inspired to take the first step of exploring the unknown and contribute their own power to the future of synthetic biology.

2. University

LZU MEDICINE-CHINA at Lanzhou University: Illuminating Knowledge Through Synthetic Biology Videos

On the campus of Lanzhou University, a unique movie-watching activity is quietly emerging, which is not only a visual feast, but also a starting point for scientific exploration. The main characters of this activity are the members of the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA. They have carefully produced a video about synthetic biology and successfully organized a film viewing activity on campus, which attracted the attention and enthusiasm of many students.

On the day of the event, a large number of students who were curious about science were gathered in the classroom. On the screen, as the video carefully edited by LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members slowly played, a world of synthetic biology full of infinite possibilities was gradually revealed to everyone. In the video, complex genetic sequences are cleverly designed into biological components that can perform specific tasks, and these components are carefully assembled in the laboratory to create biological systems with entirely new functions. From basic concepts to cutting-edge applications, every detail is explained by the team members in a lively and interesting way, which makes people feel like they are on a scientific adventure.

The members of LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA stand in front of the screen with a smile on their faces, and their eyes twinkling with their love and persistence for science. From time to time, they stopped to explain the key knowledge point in the video -- EcoRI (an important enzyme involved in the restriction modification system in Escherichia coli) to the oncoming students, and used easy to understand language to answer everyone's doubts. Under their guidance, the knowledge of synthetic biology that originally seemed to be out of reach became within reach, which aroused the strong interest of every student present in this subject.

At the end of the video, there was a round of applause. Many students said that this activity gave them a new understanding of synthetic biology and made them feel the charm of scientific exploration. They believe that this activity not only enriches their extracurricular life, but more importantly, stimulates their interest and enthusiasm for scientific research. Some students said with emotion, "I always thought synthetic biology was far away from me before, but after watching this video and listening to the explanation of the seniors and sisters, I think I can also participate in this field and explore the unknown mysteries."

The successful holding of this activity is the concrete embodiment of the educational concept of "teaching people to fish is better than teaching them to fish" by the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA. They not only showed the charm of synthetic biology to students through the video, but more importantly, they stimulated students' interest and enthusiasm for scientific exploration, which lit up a light for their future scientific research path. Just as EcoRI (a commonly used restriction endonuclease) plays a key role in molecular biology, this activity by the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA has also planted the seeds of scientific exploration in the minds of students. We believe that these seeds will take root and sprout, and blossom into a more brilliant flower of science in the future.

LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA Pioneers the Journey of Biomedicine Cinema

In the academic palace of the university, innovation and humanistic care always go hand in hand. LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA with its unique perspective and full of enthusiasm, in the university campus carefully planned a special film viewing activities, the selected film is a profound reflection of social reality and the brilliance of human nature - "I am not the God of Medicine". The event was not only a visual and emotional feast, but also inspired students to think deeply about the potential of biomedicine, especially synthetic biology in new drug research and development.

On the day of the activity, as the night fell, a spacious and bright lecture hall was full of seats, and the students waited with great expectation for the beginning of the film. The film "I Am Not the God of Medicine" slowly opened the prologue with its true and shocking story. In the film, the protagonist changes from an ordinary small vendor to a "god of medicine". His every step of choice touches the heartstrings of the audience, especially the image of the patients who are struggling on the edge of life and death due to the pain and suffering, which makes everyone present feel empathy and compassion.

During the film, the students were sometimes silent and sometimes sobbing, deeply touched by the doctor-patient relationship and the high price of drugs and other social problems shown in the film. At the end of the film, there was a brief silence, followed by a burst of applause, which was both a recognition of the film and a tribute to the indomitable spirit of its characters.

In the subsequent exchange session, members of the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA guided everyone to conduct in-depth discussions from the perspective of biomedicine. Many students said that after watching the movie, they had a deeper understanding and sympathy for the suffering of the patients in the face of the disease, and also realized that as young students who may be devoted to scientific research in the future, they shoulder an important mission and responsibility.

"I hope that in the future, through the method of synthetic biology, more high-quality and inexpensive new drugs can be developed, and there are many more innovative treatments that can be proposed, so that every patient can receive timely and effective treatment, and no longer fall into despair because of high drug costs." A classmate's words are powerful and speak for many people. Other students also responded and expressed their willingness to translate this compassion and responsibility into practical actions, strive to learn professional knowledge, and contribute to the development of biomedicine.

This movie-watching activity not only gave students a more intuitive and profound understanding of the field of biomedicine, but more importantly, inspired their inner enthusiasm and dreams. As the theme of this activity implies -- Compassion, Innovation and Togetherness, the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA team is putting these ideas into practice with practical actions. We are leading more young students to move forward in the vast world of biomedicine and contribute to the cause of human health together.

Popular Science Quiz and Lottery Event at Lanzhou University Yuzhong Campus

In response to the call of the World Health Organization for popular science education, and to improve students' understanding of synthetic biology and type 2 diabetes, we carefully planned a popular science answer lottery activity. This activity was not only a feast of knowledge, but also a journey of science popularization. Through interactive Q&A, we aim to stimulate students' interest in cutting-edge science, especially in the emerging field of synthetic biology, as well as the prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Highlights of the event:

• 1.Popular science poster presentation: Before the event, we made two beautiful posters, one focused on the magic and application of synthetic biology, and the other explained the cause, prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes in a simple way. The design of the poster was lively and interesting, which attracted a large number of students to stop and watch.

• 2.Mascot appearance: The mascot of our team appeared together with the mascot of glucose molecule of type 2 diabetes, which became the highlight of the activity. The cute image of the mascot makes science science no longer boring and more close to the people.

  

• 3. Prize setting: In order to increase the interest of the activity, we specially prepared exquisite gifts printed with the team mascot, including customized environmental protection bags, key chains and neutral pens, etc. These gifts are not only practical, but also memorable, and deeply loved by students.

Activity site:

The atmosphere of the activity was warm, and the students actively participated in the answer, showing their desire for knowledge and love for science. In front of the popular science posters, students read carefully and discussed with their peers from time to time. In the answering session, everyone participated actively, showing good knowledge reserve and team cooperation spirit. When the students who won the prize came to the stage to receive it, the applause was thunderous and the laughter was constant, which pushed the activity to a climax.

This activity not only popularized the knowledge of synthetic biology and type 2 diabetes, but also inspired students' enthusiasm for scientific exploration. Through interaction and practice, students had a deeper understanding of science and a more firm pursuit of healthy life. We believe that such activities not only enrich students' campus life, but also plant the seeds of science and health in their hearts.

We sincerely thank every student who participated in this activity. It is your enthusiasm and curiosity that make this popular science trip so meaningful. We look forward to more opportunities in the future to explore the mysteries of science with you, grow together, and let the light of science illuminate our lives.

Microscope Slide Painting Activity

In modern society, the popularization of biological science and health knowledge is particularly important. To this end, we held a unique activity -- drawing on a slide. This activity not only showcases the artistic talents of the participants, but also aims to promote knowledge related to biology and chronic diseases, and promote public awareness and understanding of health issues.

Overview of the event

The event was held in Landai College of Lanzhou University on June 21, 2024. It was jointly organized by LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA and GSLZ-A and attracted multiple participants from various medical specialties. At the beginning of the event, the organizers gave a brief introduction to the basic knowledge of biological science and chronic diseases, and then the participants showed their creativity on the slides. The blending of art and health knowledge on the slide

The creative process

During the slide creation process, participants demonstrated the diversity of organisms and the impact of chronic diseases through their unique perspectives. One of the participants depicted the structure of a human cell, making complex biology accessible through vivid colors.

Each participant took full advantage of the transparent nature of the slide to create a layered, imaginative work. The process is not only an art display, but also a transmission of scientific knowledge. Participants constantly communicate and share their thoughts on health and life.

Significance of education

Through this campaign, we hope to break the limitations of the traditional education model and combine art with science, so that health knowledge can be presented to the public in a more vivid form. During the activity, the organizers emphasized the importance of chronic disease prevention and guided the participants to think about how to reduce the risk through healthy lifestyle through paintings.

In addition, the causes of chronic diseases and ways to prevent them were discussed in depth. People shared their thoughts and had a lively discussion. Many people said that they could better understand biological science and health knowledge through this interactive learning way.

Participant feedback

Participants spoke highly of the activities. "It is not only an art activity, but also a vivid health knowledge lesson," said one participant. I hope there will be more such opportunities in the future, "said one participant. Another participant said: "I have realized the beauty of living things and the importance of health in my creation. It's really rewarding."

Many participants continued to share their creative experience after the event, and expressed the hope that they could spread their knowledge to more people. Such positive feedback not only proves the success of the event, but also shows the public's thirst for health knowledge.

Summary and Outlook

This slide painting activity not only enriched the participants' artistic experience, but also improved their understanding of biology and chronic diseases. The combination of art and science makes knowledge more vivid and easy to understand, and stimulates the public's attention to health issues.

In the future, we plan to continue to hold similar activities to combine more art forms with scientific knowledge to further broaden the public's understanding of biology and health. At the same time, we also hope to cooperate with more organizations to promote the popularization of health knowledge and jointly build a healthier society.

We sincerely thank all the participants and supporters for their active participation and look forward to seeing them together again in the future to explore the beautiful combination of art and science.

Online Anatomy and Art Painting Activity

In order to stimulate public interest in medicine and improve medical students' understanding of anatomy and art, we planned an online anatomy and art painting activity. This activity combined medical knowledge with artistic creation, aiming to cultivate a strong interest in anatomy among medical students, and at the same time allow the public to understand medical knowledge in a more acceptable way.

Highlights of the event:

• 1. Theme setting: We set a theme to encourage university students to combine anatomical knowledge with art to create deep and meaningful works of art.
• 2. Work Submission and Review: All students are invited to participate, and they submit their works to us. We invite industry experts to review the works and select the excellent works.
• 3. Exhibition and popularization of works: We will display excellent works and popularize them to the public through the network platform, so as to eliminate people's fear of medicine and let more people understand and appreciate the beauty of medicine.

Excellent works:

Excellent works show the anatomy of the human body in a creative way, and integrate medical knowledge and art perfectly. The color matching, composition design, and detail processing of the works all reflect the medical students' solid anatomical knowledge and extraordinary artistic talent.

Effectiveness of the activity:

The event not only allowed the students to show their talents, but also stimulated their interest in anatomy and art. At the same time, through the popularization of the works, the public has a new perspective on the understanding of medicine, and their fear of medicine has also been reduced. We believe that such activities not only enrich the campus life of medical students, but also plant the seeds of the integration of medicine and art in their hearts. Not only in medicine, such activities can improve the overall scientific literacy of both participants and viewers.

We would like to thank every medical student who participated in this event. Your enthusiasm and creativity have made this event so meaningful. We look forward to more opportunities to explore the wonderful combination of medicine and art with all of you in the future, grow together, and make the light of medicine more dazzling. We sincerely invite you to pay attention to and participate in the research of medicine and art. Let us work together to inject new vitality into the cause of human health and artistic creation!

Communities and cities

LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA engaged with the Gaolan Road community to establish a health defense line and promote awareness of type 2 diabetes prevention

Date: September 15, 2024
When: Sunday afternoon
Where: Gaolan Road Community, Lanzhou City

Under the warm autumn sun, a group of LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members from LZU-MEDININE-CHINA at Lanzhou University embarked on a journey to the Gaolan Road community. The purpose of their visit is not only to be scientific explorers, but also health knowledge communicators, aiming to spread the light of science to every corner of the community, especially in view of the current increasingly serious problem of type 2 diabetes, to bring a vivid and practical health lecture to the community residents.

"Science and technology for the people, health together" is the core concept of the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA's activity. They are well aware that, as future successors of scientific research, they have the responsibility and obligation to combine their knowledge with social practice, and contribute to the improvement of public health. Gaolan Road community, as the destination of their activity, became the ideal partner because of its harmonious community atmosphere and residents' desire for health knowledge.

On the day of the event, LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members came to the community center early and carefully arranged the venue to create a warm and professional learning atmosphere. With the arrival of community residents, the event officially kicked off. The team members first made the residents understand the basic situation of LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA and the purpose of this activity through a brief introduction, and then entered the theme - the prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes.

During the lecture, team members explained the causes, symptoms, hazards, prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes in a simple way using vivid cases, visual charts and plain language. They emphasized the importance of lifestyle interventions such as healthy diet, moderate exercise, and regular blood glucose monitoring. They also encouraged residents to establish health awareness and build a strong defense against diabetes by starting from the small things in daily life.

During the lecture, the community residents listened with great interest, and some people raised their hands to ask questions from time to time. In the face of the enthusiastic participation of the residents, the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members patiently answered the questions one by one, and won the trust and praise of the residents with professional knowledge and sincere attitude. Some residents asked how to control their blood sugar through diet adjustment; Others were concerned about the benefits of exercise for people with diabetes. Others expressed a strong interest in the latest diabetes treatment technology. The team members not only gave detailed answers, but also provided personalized suggestions and guidance according to the specific conditions of the residents.

After the activity, the community residents said they benefited a lot. They not only learned a lot of practical health knowledge, but also felt the care and warmth from the young people. An old woman held the hands of the team members and said, "It's very kind of you. This kind of activity is so important for us old people. I hope more activities like this can be held in the future so that we can learn more about health."

This event not only allowed the residents of Gaolan Road community to have a deeper understanding and awareness of type 2 diabetes, but also showed the unique charm of the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA as a combination of scientific research and education. With their own actions, they interpreted the profound connotation of "science and technology for the people", and let the light of science illuminate the road to health in the community. At the same time, this activity also further reflected the significance of iGEM education -- that is, through the combination of scientific research practice and social service, to cultivate young scientists with social responsibility and innovative spirit in the new era.

Loves in Jingning Road: Bringing public service into the community to establish a defense line for diabetes prevention and treatment

In the quiet and warm Jingning Road community, a public service activity initiated by the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members in full flow. This activity is not only a popularization of scientific knowledge, but also a communication of hearts and warmth. With professional medical equipment and deep care for the community residents, the team members went to the community to provide free blood glucose and blood pressure testing services for the residents, and launched a vivid publicity and education around the prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes.

The morning sun is shining in every corner of Jingning Road community. LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members are ready to go. They are dressed in uniform clothes and filled with warm smiles, ready to send a special care to the residents of the community. At the event site, tables were arranged neatly, with medical equipment such as blood glucose meters and blood pressure monitors, as well as publicity materials on diabetes prevention and treatment. The team members had a clear division of work, some were responsible for measuring blood glucose and blood pressure for residents, while others patiently answered residents' questions and popularized diabetes related knowledge to them.

"Uncle, your blood sugar is a little high, usually pay attention to less oil and salt, eat more vegetables and fruits, but also appropriate exercise oh." In the face of the measurement results, the team members always give suggestions to the residents patiently and carefully, especially for the residents with high blood glucose values, they give special attention to remind them to pay attention to their daily living habits to avoid the deterioration of the disease.

The community residents expressed their warm welcome and heartfelt thanks to the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members. Many of them live alone. Due to their age and mobility difficulties, it is difficult to have the opportunity to test blood glucose and blood pressure, let alone understand the prevention and treatment of diabetes. And this activity, not only let them enjoy the free detection service, but also learned a lot of practical health knowledge, let them feel the warmth and care from the society.

"Thank you very much, we these old people are usually afraid of physical problems, and will not use those machines, now you come, really help us!" An old woman took the hands of the team members and said excitedly. Her words were full of gratitude, and she spoke to the common feelings of the community residents.

After the event, many community residents expressed their hope that such public service activities could be held more often in the future. They believe that such activities can not only help them understand their health status in time, but also enhance their health awareness and improve their quality of life. At the same time, they also expressed high praise and admiration for the professionalism and selfless dedication of the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA members.

The public service activity carried out by LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA in Jingning Road Community is not only a simple health test and knowledge popularization, but also a profound social practice and education. It made the team members deeply realize that as young scientists in the new era, they should not only have solid professional knowledge and scientific research ability, but also have a strong sense of social responsibility and mission. They should combine their knowledge with social practice to contribute to the development and progress of the society. At the same time, this activity further demonstrated the unique charm of iGEM education -- while scientific research and exploration, it pays attention to cultivate students' social practice ability and humanistic care spirit, and cultivates a large number of young scientists in the new era who have both scientific spirit and humanistic feelings.

Love is shared, health is promoted—LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA visited nursing homes to raise awareness about type 2 diabetes

Date: June 30, 2024
When: Saturday afternoon
Location: Nursing home in Lanzhou City

On this warm and bright afternoon, the team members of LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA from Lanzhou University embarked on a journey to the local nursing home with enthusiasm and awe for science. Their purpose is not only to explore the unknown as future pioneers of scientific research, but also to spread the light of knowledge to every corner of society, especially those who need more care and help.

The team members are well aware that the elderly population faces many health challenges as they age. As a common chronic disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) seriously affects the quality of life of the elderly. Therefore, the team decided to use their professional knowledge to bring a special health talk to the elderly in the nursing home. The theme was "Recognize and prevent type 2 diabetes".

Upon arrival at the nursing home, the team members were warmly welcomed by the elderly. They quickly set up the venue, using a warm and technological environment to create a relaxed and happy learning atmosphere. Before the lecture began, the team members first introduced the basic concepts, causes and harms of diabetes to the elderly through a vivid and interesting animated video, making the otherwise boring knowledge easy to understand and accept.

Then, the team members took turns on the stage and explained the prevention strategies of type 2 diabetes in simple language. From the importance of a balanced diet, to the benefits of moderate exercise; From the need to monitor blood sugar regularly, to the positive effects of keeping a good mind, every detail is carefully explained and demonstrated. To enhance the interactivity, they also designed simple question-and-answer sessions and prepared small gifts as rewards to encourage the active participation of the elderly, and the atmosphere was warm and warm.

After the lecture, many elderly people said that they benefited a lot. They not only learned a lot of practical health knowledge, but also felt the care and warmth from the young people. "Such an activity is really meaningful!" An old woman said with emotion, "Before we knew little about diabetes, we always felt it was something far away from us. Now after listening to your explanation, I know the importance of prevention. We must pay more attention to our diet and living habits in the future."

This activity not only enabled the elderly people in the nursing home to gain health knowledge, but also made the members of the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA deeply understand the significance of social responsibility and responsibility. They realized that as future researchers, in addition to pursuing excellence in the professional field, they should also give back what they have learned to the society and contribute to the health and well-being of mankind with the power of science and technology.

In the future, LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA will continue to uphold this original intention, illuminate the lives of more people with the light of knowledge, and let love and health go hand in hand.

The nation

Diabetes knowledge street visits and appeals

First, we conducted street interviews to gather information about the public's understanding of diabetes.

However, through these interviews, we found that the general public's knowledge of diabetes is still very limited, with many people not being aware of its symptoms at all. Therefore, we drafted a corresponding advocacy letter. While providing the public with information related to diabetes, we also urge more people to take appropriate preventive measures.

The globe

LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA: Building a global health dream through a multilingual bridge

In Lanzhou University, LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA is leading a journey of science communication across national boundaries with unprecedented enthusiasm and creativity. Recently, the team has not only carefully produced a publicity book on the prevention and treatment of "type 2 diabetes", but also presented the health Gospel in English, French, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish and other languages, aiming to pass the diversity value of IGEM education to every corner of the world through social media, a global interconnected platform.

The Chinese and German medical communities are discussing a new chapter of synthetic biology and the treatment of type 2 diabetes

With the rapid development of global medical science and technology, the exchanges and cooperation between the Chinese and German medical communities have taken another solid step. Recently, our team was honored to have an in-depth exchange with Professor Michael Nerich, President of the Sino-German Medical Association (DCGM), to discuss the latest progress and future trends of synthetic biology in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The communication is not limited to online meetings, more extend to meet offline, realized the depth of the knowledge and inspiration collision.

Connect online and explore the frontier together

Through advanced video link technology, Professor Michael Nerich has traveled far and wide to bring us a wonderful talk on synthetic biology and the treatment of type 2 diabetes. He introduced the international latest research achievements in the field, including how to design more precise regulation of insulin through synthetic biology technology system, and how to use these techniques provide personalized therapy for type 2 diabetes patients. During the online meeting, the two sides had a lively discussion on a number of frontier topics, showing the common pursuit and expectation of the Chinese and German medical communities in scientific and technological innovation.

The two sides met offline to deepen cooperation

In order to further consolidate the results of the online exchange and explore the possibility of future cooperation, our team specially invited Professor Michael Nerich for a face-to-face offline meeting. In a relaxed and professional atmosphere, the two sides had an in-depth exchange on the practical application of synthetic biology technology, the challenges and the direction of future cooperation. The photos we took recorded this precious moment and showed the warm scene of the medical elites of China and Germany working together.

Together, we can look forward to the future

This exchange not only deepened our understanding of the importance of synthetic biology in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, but also laid a solid foundation for our future cooperation. Professor Michael Nerich said that he is looking forward to working more closely with the Chinese team in the field of synthetic biology, and jointly promoting the innovation and development of this technology to benefit people with type 2 diabetes around the world.

Our team also highly appreciated the exchange, and promised to continue to devote to the research and application of synthetic biology technology, and contribute to the medical and health industry in China, Germany and even the world. We believe that with the joint efforts of both sides, synthetic biology will make more brilliant achievements in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and write a new chapter for human health.

Cross-border communication reveals the global impact of food habits on T2DM

In the era of globalization, the relationship between health and diet has attracted increasing attention from the international community. Recently, our team not only conducted in-depth discussions on synthetic biology and the treatment of type 2 diabetes with Professor Michael Nerich, the president of the Chinese-German Medical Association (DCGM), but also crossed the border to study food habits in different regions of the world and their potential impact on type 2 diabetes with nutritionists in Thailand.

Cross-national dialogue to explore diet and health

Through conversations with Thai nutritionists, we gained insight into the traditional food habits of Thailand and Southeast Asia, and how these habits affect the risk of type 2 diabetes. At the same time, we also shared the food culture and its impact on health from China, Europe and other regions, forming a transnational and multicultural health dialogue.

The association between food habits and type 2 diabetes

Through comparative analysis, we found that there were significant differences in the proportion of carbohydrates, fat, protein and other nutrients in food habits in different regions, which directly affected people's blood glucose levels and the incidence of type 2 diabetes. For example, high sugar and high fat dietary patterns in some regions increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, while diets rich in dietary fiber and low in sugar and fat can help prevent and control the disease.

Scientific guidance to promote healthy diets

Based on these findings, we worked with Thai nutritionists to come up with recommendations on healthy eating for the population in different regions. We emphasize that through scientific and reasonable diet matching, the incidence of type 2 diabetes can be effectively reduced and people's quality of life can be improved. At the same time, we also call on countries around the world to strengthen cooperation and exchanges in the field of diet and health, and jointly promote the development of global health.

Looking forward to the future, we need to deepen cooperation

This cross-border exchange not only enhanced our understanding of the relationship between global food habits and type 2 diabetes, but also provided valuable ideas and directions for our future cooperation and research. We look forward to establishing contacts with experts and scholars from more countries and regions, exploring the mysteries of diet and health together, and contributing wisdom and strength to the health and well-being of people around the world.

Through this series of communication activities, we have deeply recognized the importance of healthy diet for the prevention and control of type 2 diabetes. In the future, we will continue to devote ourselves to the research and promotion of related fields, and contribute to the construction of a healthier and harmonious social environment.

The LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA shines in the Synthetic Biology exchange Forum: Innovative solutions lead to new perspectives in the treatment of T2DM

Recently, at the China Synthetic Biology Forum, our team was in the spotlight, introducing our latest progress in exploring new strategies for the prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) using synthetic biology technology to experts and colleagues from all over China and the world. This experience not only allowed our team's scientific research achievements to be widely recognized, but also inspired us to have unlimited vision for future research.

At the meeting, our team introduced in detail how to find the unique physiological characteristics of T2DM patients, "faster metabolism time and shorter blood glucose maintenance time", through in-depth study of human metabolic mechanism. Based on this finding, we put forward an innovative idea: although traditional drug therapy such as metformin and sulfonylureas can effectively control blood glucose, frequent use of them may increase the risk of chronic inflammation. Therefore, we aim to develop a personalized treatment based on synthetic biology, aiming to fundamentally improve the health of T2DM patients by regulating their lifestyle and gut environment.

Our speech was highly appraised by the teachers at the forum. They said that the research ideas of our team were novel and unique, which opened up a new path for the treatment of T2DM. A senior professor praised: "Your work not only shows the great potential of synthetic biology, but also shows the deep concern for the quality of life of patients, which is very valuable."

In addition to gaining valuable recognition, we also made full use of the opportunity of this forum to have in-depth exchanges and discussions with other teams. In a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, we shared our research progress, challenges and solutions. These exchanges not only broadened our perspective, but also allowed us to see the diversity and creativity of different teams solving the same problem.

In particular, our team has also actively established outreach relationships with other teams, which has laid a solid foundation for subsequent collaborative research. We believe that through interdisciplinary communication and cooperation, we can jointly promote the development of synthetic biology and bring hope to the treatment of more diseases.

This synthetic Biology exchange forum is not only a demonstration of our team's research achievements, but also a valuable learning and growth experience. We will take this as an opportunity to continue to deepen the field of synthetic biology and explore new methods and approaches for the treatment of T2DM, so as to contribute our wisdom and strength to the cause of human health.

Cross-boundary dialogue: The LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA and Jinghong Liu, General manager of Jinghong Health, jointly draw a new chapter in the future of health

At the intersection of science and technology and health, a unique collision of ideas has been quietly staged. Recently, our LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA with the future of food science and technology and health management of unique insights, into the Jinghong Health Industry Co., LTD., with the company's general manager, the health field leader Mr. Liu Jinghong conducted an in-depth exchange.

Since its establishment in 2005, Jinghong Health has been deeply engaged in the field of human nutrition and health, especially in the management of chronic diseases and sub-health conditioning, with the vision of "let the people of the world live a prosperous and healthy life". Its self-developed Quintessence formula combines the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine and the essence of modern science and technology. It not only brings a series of high-quality health products such as milk powder, milk tablets and convenience food to the market, but also ensures the safety and trust of each product with its unique traceability system.

This visit has undoubtedly injected new vitality into this cross-border exchange. With a deep understanding of cutting-edge technologies such as synthetic biology and gene editing, the team members showed General Manager Liu Jinghong how they used these technologies to explore the infinite possibilities of food science, especially the initial achievements in improving food nutrition and health benefits. They talked about how to provide more personalized health solutions for specific groups of people, such as patients with three high levels and sub-health people, through precision nutrition design.

General Manager Liu Jinghong expressed high recognition and appreciation for the innovative concept of LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA. He emphasized that Jinghong Health has always been adhering to the concept of "science and technology leading health", and constantly exploring the perfect combination of tradition and modernity, nature and science and technology. He believes that the research direction of the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA coincides with the strategic vision of Jinghong Health, and there is broad space for cooperation between the two sides. He shared his own growth experience under the influence of traditional Chinese medicine culture, and how to integrate this heritage into the practice of modern health management, and expressed optimistic expectations for the prospects of future cooperation between the two sides. During the relaxed and warm discussion, we not only exchanged views with Mr. Liu Jinghong on the current hot topics of the health industry, but also made a preliminary discussion on the specific direction of future cooperation. From product research and development to market promotion, from consumer education to health service system construction, each topic is full of innovation and cooperation potential.

This exchange is not only a collision of knowledge and wisdom, but also a deep insight into the future development trend of the health industry. The cooperation between the LZU-MEDICINE-CHINA and Jinghong Health will undoubtedly contribute more wisdom and strength to the healthy life of people around the world, and jointly draw a new chapter in the future of health.

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Conclusion

As of September 15, 2024, our iGEM journey has achieved significant accomplishments and effective outreach efforts. Through our dedication and hard work, we have reached important milestones that showcase the success of our human practices initiatives. Reflecting on our journey in iGEM so far, we are filled with pride and gratitude for the support we have received from our team, collaborators, and the broader community. Not only have we made substantial contributions in the field of disease research, but we have also successfully communicated the importance of synthetic biology and genetic engineering to the public. Importantly, while striving to benefit others, we have also enhanced our own skills and knowledge, and in doing so, we have experienced joy along the way. This journey has not only been about scientific advancement but also about personal growth and the fulfillment that comes from making a difference in the world.

Future Plan

In the future, we will continue to create engaging popular science content, exploring intriguing topics at the intersection of biology and creativity. We will persist in collaborating with other local communities and organizations to foster a diverse and vibrant community of science enthusiasts. Our commitment to maintaining beloved artistic activities, such as biology film salons and appreciation balls, will add a unique charm to our educational journey. Additionally, we will strengthen our partnerships with local companies. We are also excited about the prospects of expanding our influence and establishing collaborations with schools around the globe, ensuring that the magic of biology knows no bounds. Furthermore, we will continue our dedication to knowledge dissemination. Not only will we share manuals on cancer, but we will also broaden our horizons to cover a wide range of scientific topics. Our mission remains unchanged: to inspire, educate, and ignite curiosity in the hearts of people worldwide, and breaking down the boundaries of science communication to make science accessible to everyone. Together, we will continue to explore the wonders of biology, particularly in the realms of synthetic biology and art, creating a brighter and more insightful future. Once again, we hope to evoke not only thoughts but also the souls of individuals.