On June 16th,the closing report meeting of the 2025 China Exchange Program for Young International Talents(hereinafter referred to as the CEP Program),undertaken by Professor Zeng Qiang’s research group from our institute,was successfully held at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering,South China University of Technology.
The CEP exchange program attracted three doctoral and master’s students majoring in analytical chemistry from the Kazakh National Pedagogical University.They received a 60-day training and internship in analytical chemistry research under Professor Zeng Qiang’s research group and engaged in relevant scientific research in the fields of electrochemical analysis and detection,as well as electrochemical sensors.
At the report meeting,Professor Zeng Qiang first gave a comprehensive review and summary of the overall implementation of the project and the scientific research progress achieved by the three international exchange students.Subsequently,the international exchange students NUERBAHETI WULIPAN,KONARBAY DIANA,and ASSIRBAYEVA ZHANAR respectively presented their research achievements during the exchange program and shared their gains and insights from this visit to China.They sincerely expressed their gratitude to the China International Talent Exchange Foundation and the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering,South China University of Technology,for the valuable learning opportunities and meticulous living support provided.They all agreed that this trip greatly enhanced their professional skills and deepened their understanding of China.Finally,Professor Zeng Qiang awarded the three exchange students with certificates of completion and took a group photo with them,bringing the exchange program to a perfect conclusion and opening a new chapter for further cooperation between both parties.

CEP Program Closing Report Meeting Successfully Held at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
During the project,the research group properly arranged the study and life of the international exchange students.Laboratory safety training was conducted before the experiments,and scientific research internship content related to the electrochemical properties and quantitative and qualitative analysis of pesticide residues and heavy metal ions was set up,effectively ensuring the smooth progress of the project.

International Exchange Students Conducting Experiments Related to Electrode Preparation and Scanning Electron Microscopy Characterization
In addition to scientific research work,the research group also organized a variety of rich cultural exchange activities.The international exchange students visited places such as the Guangdong Province Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Hall,Chen Clan Ancestral Hall,and Guangzhou Chimelong Wildlife World with the team members.They also experienced the unique charm of Chinese traditional culture by trying Cantonese morning tea and Chaozhou-Shantou beef hotpot,which are characteristic of Guangdong’s food culture.During these activities,the international exchange students also introduced the geographical features and local customs of Kazakhstan to the Chinese members,enhancing mutual understanding and fostering precious friendships between the young people of China and Kazakhstan.

Chinese and Kazakh Youth Experiencing Chinese Traditional Culture

Group Photo of the CEP Program Team
The China Exchange Program for Young International Talents is initiated by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security and funded by the China International Talent Exchange Foundation.It aims to build an international platform for the exchange of young talents and to promote the exchange between Chinese and foreign youth to“enhance understanding,gain friendship,and grow together.”