On April 11, our institute invited Academician Zhang Yingze—Director of the Hebei Institute of Orthopaedics, Head of the Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Intelligent Devices under the National Health Commission, and Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering—to deliver a keynote lecture titled “Tearing Down the Walls Hindering Innovation and Transformation in China.”
Before the lecture, Dean Liu Binglian introduced Academician Zhang’s research areas and accomplishments. For many years, Academician Zhang has been dedicated to promoting innovation and transformation in China’s orthopaedic field. He has proposed more than ten original theories and developed domestically produced medical devices to replace imports. He has led numerous national-level projects, including major technology transformation initiatives and key programs of the National Natural Science Foundation of China, as well as over 40 provincial- and ministerial-level research topics. His research achievements have earned multiple national and provincial awards.
In the lecture, Zhang Yingze analyzed the current landscape and potential of scientific and technological innovation in China through historical data and international comparisons. He emphasized that innovation must be rooted in practical realities and tailored to China's national conditions. Sharp observation and deep thinking are essential to identifying problems in everyday life and finding solutions. He also underscored the importance of a hands-on, pragmatic approach to integrating theory with practice, accelerating the transformation and application of scientific research outcomes.
Through case studies—such as the development of the Proximal Femoral Bionic Nail (PFBN)—Zhang vividly demonstrated the groundbreaking innovations of his research team. These achievements have not only made significant breakthroughs in China but have also gained international recognition, showcasing the innovative capabilities of Chinese scientific teams.
Academician Zhang’s lecture was both insightful and accessible, characterized by his unique perspectives and solid academic foundation. With a strategic vision and rigorous logic, he provided attendees with valuable inspiration and new approaches for addressing key challenges in research innovation and transformation.
The attendees included master’s students from the Nankai University–Flinders University Master of Health Administration Program, most of whom are mid- to senior-level hospital administrators and clinical doctors from across China. Many students remarked that the lecture not only broadened their academic horizons but also ignited their passion and confidence in research. Inspired by Academician Zhang, they expressed renewed determination to foster innovation in their own institutions and contribute to the high-quality development of China’s healthcare system.
