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[95th Anniversary] Inaugural NCKU Forum Unites Tech Leaders on Taiwan’s Talent Strategy

2026-11-05 00:00

National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) celebrated its 95th anniversary with an array of grand events, notably the inaugural NCKU Forum jointly organized by the Departments of Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Engineering Science. Held on November 5 at the Cheng-Kung Hall on NCKU's Kuang-Fu Campus, this forum marked the university's first cross-departmental collaborative forum for its anniversary week. The event convened influential leaders across industry and academia, including Miin Wu, Founder and Chairman of Macronix International; Wei-Wen Yang, Chairman of IV Technologies; You-Kung Tsai, Chairman of Syntec Technology; and Max C. Y. Huang, Friends of Stanford University Foundation. Centered on the theme "Talent as Taiwan's Most Vital Strategic Resource," the forum opened with the question "How?" to address talent cultivation, delved into talent competitiveness, AI smart manufacturing, and interdisciplinary education, and concluded with a forward-looking vision exploring Taiwan’s next-stage talent needs and how higher education and industry can partner to prepare the workforce of tomorrow.

【Video】National Cheng Kung University is turning 95!

2026-11-09 00:00

NCKU Hospital Named One of the World’s Best Smart Hospitals for Third Consecutive Year Recognized as a “Leader in AI Innovation,”

2026-10-27 00:00

National Cheng Kung University Hospital (NCKU Hospital) has once again earned international recognition for its efforts in smart healthcare. Newsweek, in collaboration with global research firm Statista, has announced the results of its “World’s Best Smart Hospitals 2027” ranking. NCKU Hospital placed 75th worldwide, entering the global top 100 for the first time. The hospital has been included in the ranking for three consecutive years, from 2025 through 2027, and this year also received special recognition as a “Leader in AI Innovation,” bringing its achievements in smart healthcare to the international stage.

57th APACPH Annual Conference Opens in Tainan, Spotlighting Healthcare Technology and AI

2026-10-27 00:00

The Asia-Pacific region’s premier annual public health gathering, the 57th Annual Conference of the Asia-Pacific Academic Consortium for Public Health (APACPH 2026), opened on October 22 at ICC Tainan. Under this year’s theme, “Leveraging Healthcare Technology and Artificial Intelligence for Public Health and Wellness,” the conference brought together scholars and experts from across the Asia-Pacific and beyond. Through keynote lectures, paper presentations, and thematic symposia, participants examined how innovations in medical technology could be applied to health promotion, disease prevention, and health policy. The conference not only showcased Taiwan’s public health research strength but also offers an important opportunity to deepen academic cooperation across the Asia-Pacific.

UGA President Yassine Lakhnech Visits NCKU to Advance Global Collaboration Strengthening Taiwan–France Higher Education Partnership through Global Engagement and Interdisciplinary Collaboration

2026-10-06 00:00

National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) welcomed Professor Yassine Lakhnech, President of Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA), France, to campus on October 6, 2026, for a special keynote address on “Vision and Opportunities for Global Collaboration.” Held at NCKU’s Macronix Hall, the speech brought together faculty and students to exchange perspectives on international collaboration, interdisciplinary research, and the future of talent development in higher education.

【Video】NCKU Partners with Hualien to Build New Watershed Disaster Resilience

2026-06-24 00:00

NCKU Honors 151 Teachers for Contributions to Teaching, Research, Education and Mentoring at 2026 Teachers’ Day Celebration

2026-09-30 00:00

National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) held its 2026 Teachers’ Day Celebration on September 23 at Cheng-Hsing Hall on the Cheng-Hsing Campus. The event honored faculty members for guiding students through knowledge and inspiring them to explore new ideas and possibilities through both teaching and personal examples. A total of 151 faculty members received 162 honors across nine award categories, including the Excellent Teacher Award, Education Contribution Award and Professor Emeritus. The awards recognized their dedication and contributions to teaching, research and service.

NCKU’s Three Outstanding Young Scholars Receive 2026 Ta-You Wu Memorial Award

2026-08-27 00:00

The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) recently announced the recipients of the 2026 Ta-You Wu Memorial Award, with three outstanding young scholars from National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) receiving the honor: Associate Professor Jian-Ren Hou of the Department of Industrial and Information Management and Institute of Information Management, Associate Professor Wei-Hsuan Hsu of the Institute of Food Safety, Hygiene and Risk Management, and Associate Professor Sheng-Sheng Yu of the Department of Chemical Engineering. Their achievement fully demonstrates NCKU’s solid research capacity and is a source of pride for the entire university community.

[2026 Commencement] Diligence Builds Character, Kindness Shapes the World: NCKU President Meng-Ru Shen Encourages the Class of 2026 to Embrace the Future with Warmth and Integrity

2026-06-09 00:00

National Cheng Kung University held its commencement ceremony for the Class of 2026 on June 6. In his commencement address, titled “Diligence Builds Character, Kindness Shapes the World,” NCKU President Meng-Ru Shen extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the graduating class. Drawing on his own experiences as a student and researcher, President Shen encouraged graduates to uphold the values of diligence, kindness, and integrity throughout their lives. He urged them to maintain compassionate humanitarian judgment in an era rapidly transformed by artificial intelligence, and to become a crucial force that brings light to society and warmth to the world.

[2026 Commencement] Qisda Chairman Peter Chen Encourages Graduates to Embrace AI and Innovation, and Explore Their Own Path Through Strong Will

2026-06-09 00:00

Peter Chen, Chairman of the Qisda Corporation and President of the NCKU Global Alumni Association (Class of 1985, Department of Electrical Engineering and recipient of the 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award), was invited to deliver the commencement speech at National Cheng Kung University’s Class of 2026 commencement ceremony on June 6. The speech focused on four main themes: “the happiness of being an NCKU graduate,” “the challenges of the AI era,” “the spirit of innovation,” and “life planning.” Peter Chen encouraged graduates to carry the spirit of NCKU with them as they step courageously into the world. He also shared his favorite saying, “Where there is a will, there is a way,” as a message of encouragement for the graduating class.

2026 International High School Principals Visit: NCKU Advances New Pathways for Global Talent Development

2026-06-03 00:00

Following the leadership of President Meng-Ru Shen in nurturing international talents via diverse collaborations, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), hosted the 2026 International High School Principals Visit Program from May 26 to 28, welcoming principals and senior administrators from leading secondary schools across Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, and South Korea. During the three-day program, NCKU signed the Outstanding Student Referral Agreement with 16 schools, offering recommended students full tuition waivers and scholarship support.

NCKU Hospital Transitions Leadership, Signals New Era of Innovation Prof. Jing-Wei Lee Steps Down; Prof. Keng-Fu Hsu Takes the Helm

2026-05-04 00:00

On May 1, 2026, National Cheng Kung University Hospital (NCKU Hospital) held an inauguration and handover ceremony at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), marking the transition from outgoing to incoming leadership. NCKU President Meng-Ru Shen (沈孟儒) officiated the ceremony, overseeing both the handover and the oath of office. Professor Keng-Fu Hsu (許耿福) officially assumed the role of NCKU Hospital Superintendent, receiving the official seal from his predecessor, Professor Jing-Wei Lee (李經維), before taking his oath. The ceremony marked a new chapter for both NCKU and NCKU Hospital as the institution’s leadership passed smoothly to a new generation.

NCKU Implements New Menstrual Leave Policy: up to two times per month, with each application limited to one day as a general principle to Support Student Well-being

2026-05-01 00:00

National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) has introduced a new menstrual leave policy effective today (April 30) to support students’ physical and mental well-being and promote a friendly campus environment. The new policy allows students to take menstrual leave twice per month, with one day granted each time, providing greater flexibility for rest and adjustment when needed.

Taiwan’s First: NCKU Geriatric Hospital Holds Grand Topping-Out Ceremony, Forging a New Healthcare Paradigm for a Super-Aged Society

2026-04-28 00:00

Marking a significant milestone in Taiwan’s integrated geriatric care, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) Geriatric Hospital held a grand topping-out ceremony today on April 25. The event symbolizes the steady implementation of a “HITS” —Health, Integration, Technology, and ecoSystem—community integrated geriatric care model, poised to become a new paradigm in healthcare and caregiving for Taiwan’s super-aged society.

NCKU and UGA Synergize Interdisciplinary Research and Dual Degrees to Cultivate a Taiwan-France Scientific Ecosystem

2026-04-20 00:00

President Meng-Ru Shen of National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) recently led a high-level delegation to Grenoble, the "Silicon Valley of Europe," to engage in a profound strategic alignment with Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA). This mission successfully established a comprehensive collaborative model bridging AI algorithms and clinical translation. By actively applying artificial intelligence to promote social health and wellbeing, NCKU has demonstrated a strategic synthesis of technological expertise and social responsibility, effectively projecting Taiwan’s smart healthcare expertise onto the global stage. This initiative serves as a concrete implementation of scientific strategic alliances within the macro-framework of Taiwan–France cooperation in science and technology.

【Video】National Cheng Kung University is a force that the nation and society can trust.

2026-03-25 00:00

Nobel Laureate Gregg Semenza Visits NCKU Unveiling Molecular Mysteries of Sustainable Life

2026-04-15 00:00

On the afternoon of April 14, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) hosted the second session of its “NCKU Meets Nobel | Life Sciences × Sustainability: Insights for the Future” lecture series. The university welcomed Professor Gregg L. Semenza, the 2019 Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, to deliver a keynote address. In his keynote address titled “Life Cycles on Earth: Global and Personal,” Professor Semenza provided a microscopic molecular biology perspective on how oxygen-sensing mechanisms in cells are intrinsically linked to macroscopic global sustainability, prompting faculty and students to reflect on the symbiotic relationship between humanity and the environment.

【Phoenix Lecture】Nobel Laureate Svante Pääbo Visits NCKU to Share How Ancient DNA Reveals the Origins of Modern Humans

2026-03-24 00:00

Ancient-DNA pioneer Professor Svante Pääbo drew a capacity crowd to National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) on 20 March, when he delivered the 2026 NCKU Phoenix Lecture in the International Conference Hall at the main library. In a talk titled “About the Origins of Modern Humans: Neandertals, Denisovans, and the Genetic Legacy of Humanity”, the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine laureate outlined the breakthroughs that helped to open the field of ancient-DNA research. The lecture, followed by an academic discussion, attracted students and faculty from both within NCKU and beyond.

2009, Master, Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) Ching-Lai Lu Distinguished Alumni of 2025

2025-03-11 00:00

Institute of Science Tokyo Delegation Visits NCKU to Deepen Semiconductor and Smart Medicine Collaboration

2026-03-19 00:00

Written by NCKU Office of Internation Affairs. Image credit to NCKU News Center

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