1st Sino-French Research Seminar: Bridging Innovation and Cross-Border Collaboration in Intelligent Emergency Equipment
- Anicet Barrios
- Jan 7
- 1 min read
Updated: Jun 8

On January 6, 2025, the DGUT-CNAM Institute at Dongguan University of Technology successfully hosted the 1st Sino-French Research Seminar on Intelligent Technology for Emergency Equipment. This pioneering event marked a significant milestone in the growing partnership between China and France in cutting-edge engineering and innovation.
The seminar brought together renowned professors, experienced researchers, and high-potential students to foster dialogue and knowledge exchange. Attendees included key figures from DGUT’s Institute of Science and Technology Innovation (ISTI) and visiting French collaborators. Presentations and discussions focused on the latest advances in smart sensing, structural health monitoring, and data-driven optimization for emergency response systems.

The event showcased not only technical presentations but also rich discussions around future collaboration pathways. Topics ranged from neural network-driven optimization for complex systems to real-world case studies in structural safety monitoring. The vibrant exchange of ideas highlighted the potential for cross-border research to drive both practical engineering solutions and academic breakthroughs.
Key highlights included in-depth presentations on intelligent sensing and control for emergency equipment, opportunities for future joint research projects and international funding avenues, and networking among top-tier experts and emerging scholars from both countries.
This inaugural seminar sets the stage for sustained collaboration and technological innovation between Chinese and French academic communities. It underscores DGUT-CNAM Institute’s commitment to fostering international partnerships and pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence.

(Written by Anicet Barrios, first reviewer: Lara Nizet, second reviewer: Li Qianqian)
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