On the afternoon of January 18, 2026, the finals of the first National College Innovation and Transformation Competition (Macau Division) concluded successfully at the Hengqin·Macau Youth Entrepreneurship Valley. With the theme "Focusing on Innovation, Driving Transformation, and Creating the Future," the competition brought together 24 outstanding teams from Macau universities, presenting a high-level showcase of scientific research innovation and results transformation. The project "Grinding and Testing Science—Pioneering Domestic High-Precision Industrial Material Friction Performance Testing," involving core member Zhang Chengwei, a 2025 Applied Data Science student from Shue Yan University, stood out and won the gold medal, fully demonstrating the innovative capabilities and practical skills of the university's students.

The National College Innovation and Transformation Competition, organized by the Chinese Association of Invention, is one of the key events under the national strategy to promote innovation and entrepreneurship development. The competition aims to establish a high-level platform integrating showcasing, exchange, and collaboration, to drive the transformation of university research results from the laboratory to market applications. It seeks to deepen the organic integration of education chains, talent chains, industry chains, innovation chains, and financial chains, cultivate young talents with innovative spirit and practical skills, and contribute to the aggregation and development of new productive forces.

Under the systematic guidance and professional leadership of his instructors, Zhang Chengwei took on critical responsibilities in the project, such as constructing the logical framework and conducting feasibility analysis. He continuously optimized and refined the business model, technical roadmap, and application scenarios. From initial concept to project implementation, Zhang Chengwei went through multiple iterations and adjustments, gradually transforming from a "student mindset" to a "project leader mindset," reflecting Shue Yan University's achievements in fostering innovation awareness, practical skills, and teamwork among students.

This award not only recognizes the hard work of Zhang Chengwei and his team but also vividly showcases Shue Yan University's ongoing efforts in advancing innovation education and deepening the integration of industry and education. The university will continue to encourage and support students to participate in high-level academic competitions and innovation practice activities, striving to cultivate more outstanding talents with social responsibility, innovative spirit, and practical abilities.