China Sees Progress on Education in Basic Disciplines Over 15 Years
China has made significant strides in the education of basic disciplines over the past 15 years, establishing 288 cultivation bases for the training of top students in these fields. These bases are spread across 77 premium research universities, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Education (MOE) on Tuesday.
Establishing Cultivation Bases
Launch of the Plan
Launched in 2009, this dedicated plan has been instrumental in attracting and nurturing talent in basic disciplines. It has successfully drawn over 30,000 outstanding students to study in these fields, many of whom have gone on to achieve major research outcomes.
Achievements
- 288 Cultivation Bases: Established in 77 top research universities.
- 30,000+ Outstanding Students: Attracted to study basic disciplines.
- Significant Research Outcomes: Many graduates have made major contributions to their fields.
Building a High-Caliber Teaching Team
Top-Tier Scholars
The plan has also significantly contributed to building a high-caliber team of teachers. Data indicates that over 1,600 top-tier scholars have annually delivered lectures at these cultivation bases since the plan's inception.
Annual Contributions
- 1,600+ Top-Tier Scholars: Delivering lectures annually.
- Enhanced Teaching Quality: Improving the quality of education and mentorship.
Celebrating 15 Years
Conference in Beijing
A conference marking the 15th year of the implementation of the plan and promoting a campaign with the same objective was held in Beijing on Tuesday. The event was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Education, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and other institutions for advanced education.
Key Attendees
- Ministry of Education (MOE)
- Chinese Academy of Sciences
- Chinese Academy of Engineering
- Institutions for Advanced Education
Over the past 15 years, China has made remarkable progress in the education of basic disciplines through the establishment of cultivation bases and the involvement of top-tier scholars. This dedicated plan has not only attracted and nurtured thousands of outstanding students but has also significantly enhanced the quality of education and research in the country. As China continues to invest in education and research, the nation is poised to achieve even greater advancements in the future.