On September 4, 2024, the Research Centre for Grid Modernisation (RCGM) and the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) at Hong Kong Polytechnic University hosted a delegation from the School of Electrical Engineering at Xi’an Jiaotong University. The purpose of the visit was to discuss potential collaborations in talent exchange and joint research, focusing on areas like innovative technologies for future grid modernisation.
The delegation from Xi’an Jiaotong University was led by Professor Deliang Liang, and included other key faculty members. They were welcomed by Professor Chi-Yung Chung, Director of RCGM and Head of the EEE Department, alongside Associate Directors Professors Siqi Bu and Qin Wang. The discussions centered around creating pathways for student exchanges at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as identifying areas for potential research collaboration between the two institutions.
Professor Liang highlighted Xi’an Jiaotong University’s ongoing efforts in grid modernization and expressed strong interest in partnering with RCGM and EEE to leverage each institution’s strengths in energy systems and engineering education.
The meeting underscored a mutual commitment to advancing research on critical technologies and furthering innovation in future power systems.
In addition to talent development initiatives, both sides explored opportunities for collaborative research in power system optimization, renewable energy integration, and the advancement of power electronics technology.
The visit was seen as a valuable opportunity to enhance academic ties and create long-term partnerships that could drive forward new innovations in the field. This meeting represents a meaningful step in strengthening the collaborative relationship between RCGM, EEE, and Xi’an Jiaotong University, laying the groundwork for impactful partnerships in the years ahead. Both institutions are aligned in their mission to push the boundaries of grid modernisation technologies.
