Niumag Analytical Successfully Holds the Opening Report Meeting for the 7th Batch of Postdoctoral Researchers!

The enterprise postdoctoral research station serves as a key platform for cultivating high-end technical talent, successfully fostering close collaboration between industry and academia. On 7 December 2024, the National Postdoctoral Research Station of Newmai Analysis was inaugurated at Suzhou Newmai, hosting a project proposal presentation. During this event, two postdoctoral researchers successfully passed expert review with their outstanding project selections and presentations. Their work will focus on addressing technical challenges faced by the enterprise, translating research outcomes into practical productivity, and driving technological innovation and industrial advancement.

The postdoctoral project proposal meeting was honoured to host Professors Di Qinfeng (Shanghai University), Sun Yinghui (Soochow University), Cai Xiaoshu (University of Shanghai for Science and Technology), Chen Feng (Suzhou University of Science and Technology), as well as Professor Yan Jun, Director of the Newmai Postdoctoral Station, Newmai Analysis Chairman Yang Peiqiang, Deputy Director Cai Qing, senior talent management official Liu Gang from Suzhou High-tech Zone, and the current postdoctoral researchers at Newmai Analysis.

Experts questioning during the project defense

The meeting was chaired by Professor Yan Jun, Director of the Newmai Postdoctoral Station, who has extensive experience in petroleum energy, porous media, and NMR applications. At the start of the meeting, Professor Yan briefly introduced the attending scholars and postdoctoral researchers, followed by a detailed overview of the Newmai Postdoctoral Station, its development, and the key research projects conducted by the postdoctoral fellows.

Chairman Yang Peiqiang of Suzhou Newmai Analysis, the host organisation of the postdoctoral station, delivered a keynote address, highlighting how the integration of governmental, industrial, academic, research, and application resources has enabled the station to cultivate a high-quality professional talent pool. He emphasised that the postdoctoral researchers are expected to achieve outstanding scientific results, contributing to both academia and industry breakthroughs.

Liu Gang, senior talent management officer of Suzhou High-tech Zone, expressed full recognition of the station’s achievements in recent years. He noted that the high-tech zone has consistently prioritised the development of postdoctoral stations as an essential regional development task.

The meeting then proceeded to a focused session where the two postdoctoral researchers presented their project proposals, responded to expert questions, and received detailed evaluations.

Postdoctoral Researchers and Project Presentations

The first presentation was delivered by Dr. Zhan Yue, a graduate of Toulouse III University, France, on the topic “Development of Low-Field NMR Applications in Pharmaceutical Powder Materials”. The expert panel asked questions regarding technical aspects, feasibility, implementation strategy, and practical value. Dr. Zhan provided detailed answers. The panel concluded that Dr. Zhan has strong research and innovation capabilities, a clear and logical research plan, and that the project holds high academic and practical potential. The project was unanimously approved.

Dr. Zhan Yue presenting and defending her project

Following this, Dr. An Yong, a graduate in Materials Science and Engineering from China University of Geosciences (Wuhan), presented his project titled “Development of Low-Field NMR Applications in Battery Research”. The expert panel questioned the necessity, innovation, feasibility, and potential applications of the research. Dr. An responded comprehensively. The panel concluded that he possesses a strong research foundation, clear thinking, and a feasible plan. The project was unanimously approved.

Dr. An Yong presenting and defending his project

Experts discussing and questioning postdoctoral projects

Enterprise and Postdoctoral Station Overview

Founded in 2003, Newmai Analysis is a national high-tech enterprise specialising in the research and application of low-field NMR technology. With robust R&D capabilities and a comprehensive manufacturing system, the company has successfully broken foreign technology monopolies, offering complete equipment, applications, and testing solutions. Its products are widely used in energy geology, oilfield services, food and agriculture, life sciences, materials science, NMR education, and textile industries. Subsidiary Suzhou Tainiu Laboratory holds CNAS and CMA dual accreditation, providing professional testing and oil & gas consulting services. Newmai Analysis has received multiple national awards and certifications and is recognised as a national “Little Giant” specialised enterprise. Listed on the New Third Board (Stock Code: 836507), the company is committed to NMR innovation, science popularisation, and leading the global low-field NMR industry with the vision of building a world-leading magnetic resonance brand.

Group photo with expert panel and Newmai postdoctoral team

The Newmai Postdoctoral Station has established collaborative training with six universities for postdoctoral researchers: Soochow University, Shanghai University, Hohai University, Nanjing Forestry University, Tongji University, and East China Normal University. It has also set up joint laboratories with Fudan University, Fuzhou University, Nanjing University, China University of Petroleum, Southwest Petroleum University, CNPC Exploration Institute, and the Lanzhou Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Approved by the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Human Resources in 2015 and elevated to a national-level postdoctoral research station in 2017, the station has trained 10 postdoctoral researchers and currently hosts 4. Many alumni have received awards such as Jiangsu “Double Innovation Doctor,” Suzhou High-tech Zone Innovative Talent, Jiangsu Science & Technology Progress Award, National Youth Fund, and CNPC Research Fund. Numerous alumni have published SCI/EI papers and patents, participated in industry research, and contributed to the establishment of industry, group, and corporate standards.

Join the Newmai Postdoctoral Team

The Newmai Postdoctoral Station focuses on NMR research and applications across multiple fields, including food and agriculture, energy and geotechnical engineering, polymer materials, advanced materials, and life sciences. The journey of scientific exploration never ends, and the Newmai postdoctoral team will continue to advance understanding and applications of NMR technology.