Ontario Delegation Visits to Accelerate Cooperation

On March 12, 2014, a delegation from Ontario, Canada, visited Tianjin University (TJU) to accelerate cooperation in various sectors. The delegation was led by the Honorable Dr. Reza Moridi, Minister, Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation, and also consisted of representatives from the University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, Western University, University of Ontario Institute of Technology, the Ministry of Research and Innovation, and the Canadian Embassy in Beijing. Vice President Zhong Denghua met with the guests. Ms. Fan Yingzi, Deputy-Director General, Tianjin S&T Commission also joined the meeting.

Vice President Zhong reviewed the cooperation between TJU and the aforementioned universities in terms of joint research, student and staff exchange, etc., and especially mentioned the research collaboration with the University of Waterloo in fuel cell. He then briefed the guests on the historical development, disciplinary strength, and the construction of the new campus of TJU. Through this visit, he hoped, cooperation and exchange could be further promoted.

Dr. Moridi was excited to visit TJU, the first university in China, with over 100 years of history. The Internationalization Strategy of TJU left a deep impression on him. In his opinion, scientific research has no boundaries. Scientific innovation is now regarded as the engine of economic growth by both the Chinese and Canadian governments, which are dedicated to the exploration of alternative fuels, clean energy, so as to improve air quality, and the wellbeing of mankind. In this context, the R&D collaboration between TJU and the University of Waterloo in fuel cell is of great significance.

Following, the Agreement for the Intent to R&D Collaboration on “Durable Electric Hybrid Power Systems with Fuel Cell as Range Extender” was signed between TJU and the University of Waterloo.