On January 9, 2026, the School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology at Shanghai Jiao Tong University held the 6th the 6th International Forum for Young Scholars  on Frontiers in Life Sciences. The forum brought together 14 outstanding young scholars from over a dozen internationally renowned universities and research institutions, including the University of Oxford, Yale University, the University of Washington, the University of California, Berkeley, the University of California, Los Angeles, Columbia University, the University of Pennsylvania, Princeton University, the University of Minnesota, the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health (USA), and Peking University, for in-depth exchanges and discussions. The forum was chaired by Associate Dean Zhang Lei of the school.

Dean Zhang Yan delivered a welcoming speech and provided an overview of the school, showcasing its significant achievements in disciplines construction, scientific research, platform development, and talent cultivation. He emphasized that the school has consistently adhered to the strategy of "strengthening the school through talents," committed to creating an open and inclusive development ecosystem that integrates talent introduction and cultivation. The school has established a systematic support system for the growth of young talents, facilitated diverse career development paths, and fostered an innovative environment where everyone can fully realize their potential. The school warmly invites outstanding young scholars from around the world to join Shanghai Jiao Tong University, take root in the School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, and work hand in hand on the great journey of exploring the mysteries of life, contributing their exceptional wisdom and strength to the building of a strong nation and the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

During the academic presentation session, the 14 young scholars shared their latest research findings in fields such as immunology, cell biology, epigenetics, synthetic biology, structural biology, genomics, and bioinformatics and biostatistics. The participating scholars engaged in lively discussions and in-depth exchanges on hot topics, cutting-edge advancements, and future trends in these relevant fields, laying a solid foundation for subsequent academic collaborations and cross-disciplinary explorations.

As an important component of Shanghai Jiao Tong University's "Zhiyuan" International Young Scholars Forum, this event gathered young talents from around the globe for in-depth dialogues and intellectual exchanges in the frontier areas of life sciences. It provided a high-level and open academic exchange platform, offering a crucial opportunity for the school to gather young wisdom and attract outstanding young talents. Moreover, it injected new vitality into advancing the construction of first-class disciplines and stimulating innovation-driven development momentum.