The first Wen Tao Training of Cutting-edge Science for Middle School Physics Teachers was held in the Minhang campus of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU). With Shanghai Municipal Education Commission and the University as the organizers, the Training invited professors from Tsung-Dao Lee Institute, SJTU School of Physics and Astronomy, SJTU School of Education to give lectures to around 50 middle school physics teachers from different parts of China, including Shanghai, Sichuan, Yunnan, and Xinjiang.

Yongzhi Li gave an opening speech representing the Commission, emphasizing that education is one of the most important pillars of a nation and only great teachers could make great education possible. Basic education and fundamental research are the driving force of innovation, posing high demands for the teachers. He wished the teachers a fruitful experience.

Dan Wu addressed on behalf of SJTU that the training is expected to establish a platform where latest physics development could be shared with physics teachers who are at the forefront of teaching and inspiring the young.

13 prominent physicists, including Frank Wilczek, Yingpeng Jing, elaborated on the exciting updates of anyon, blackhole, quantum material, dark mater, etc. in the three-day training.

The completion certificate awarding ceremony was held in the afternoon of July 31. Sheng Li, head of TDLI Scientific Collaboration Office, thanked the teachers’ feedback, adding that a sustainable communication channel will be built in the future for a more resounding impact.

Strict epidemic prevention measures are implemented according to relevant regulations.

The success organization of the first Wen Tao Training of Cutting-edge Science for Middle School Physics Teachers marks a great start for future trainings and the Training is expected to expand out of Shanghai some day.

Guest list

Yongzhi Li, vice director of Shanghai Municipal Education Commission

Dan Wu, appointed deputy director of the University Council

Xinghua Li, head of the HR division of Shanghai Municipal Education Commission

Lijuan Shi, deputy director of basic education and pre-school department of Shanghai Teacher Training Center

Zhaohui Ge, vice director of the academic affairs department of Shanghai Association for science and Technology

Peng Zhang, deputy director of SJTU Local Cooperation Office

Hannan Guan, director of the commanding office of SJTU School of Education and the director’s secretary

Xin Zhao, secretary of CPC TDLI Committee

Qinghao Ye, TDLI deputy director

Tsutomu Yanagida, T. D. Lee Professor