It might have been a medium-rare steak, perhaps unwashed fruits and vegetables, possibly petting a stray cat, or even the bad habit of not washing hands... Crafty little bugs can silently make their way into our bodies. Have you noticed them? Even today, with significantly improved living conditions, the prevalence of foodborne parasites cannot be underestimated; the rise of pet ownership also increases the risk of zoonotic parasitic diseases. There is a long road ahead in the prevention and control of parasites. Understanding common parasites in daily life, learning about their modes of transmission and the harm they can cause, and developing good habits are crucial. Ningbo University's Medical School plans to hold the 87th session of the Apricot Grove Forum – Popular Science Edition (7), titled "Little Bugs, Big Trouble - Discussing Parasites Hidden in Our Bodies," targeting elementary school students on campus.
Event Theme: Learn about common parasites in everyday life, understand their modes of transmission and potential harm. Develop good living habits to help young people grow up healthy!
Event Time: October 29, 2023, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM
Event Location: Room 404, Zhenzhen Building, Wisdom Classroom, Medical School of Ningbo University
Target Audience and Scale: The event is open to 35 elementary school students, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Event Content: The event will include a medical science lecture and interactive games.
Organizers/Sponsors: Hosted by: Medical School of Ningbo University Co-organized by: Ningbo University Science and Technology Association
Speaker Introduction: Dr. Ji-Li Zhang, a Communist Party member, doctorate holder, and master's supervisor who graduated from the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. She currently serves as a lecturer at the Basic Medical College of Ningbo University's Medical School and is a specially appointed Associate Research Fellow. In 2021, she was recognized as a senior talent in the 59th batch of high-level talents in Ningbo. Her research focuses on screening for natural product activity against Toxoplasma gondii and pharmacological evaluation, as well as the infection and prevention of pathogenic microorganisms. She has led one national-level natural science foundation project, four provincial and ministerial-level scientific and teaching research projects, and four municipal and below-level teaching and research projects. She has participated in one national-level scientific research project, two provincial and ministerial-level scientific research projects, and two municipal-level projects. Dr. Zhang has published 12 high-quality papers, including nine as the first author or corresponding author, holds three authorized national invention patents, and has two software copyrights. She has also contributed to two monographs.
Registration Method: This popular science event requires online registration. The registration link is://kyb663089.mikecrm.com/1gbJiFH. Note that if one parent is bringing two children, they need to register separately.
Campus Entry Application Process (Parents Only Need to Apply):
Follow the WeChat public account "Ningbo University Security Office";
Click on "Micro Services" and select "Visitor Application". Follow the prompts to complete the "Visitor Registration", with fields marked * being required. For visiting campus, select "East Campus"; for visiting unit, select "Medical College"; for visitation, enter the name "Lin Shengjie". Start time: October 29, 2023, at 9:00 AM; end time: October 29, 2023, at 12:00 PM. For the purpose of the visit, please fill in "Xinglin Lecture Series No.87 – Popular Science Session (7)" and click "Initiate Appointment". Once approved, an electronic pass can be generated;
Click on "Micro Services" again to display the pass. Please complete the campus entry application between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM on October 28, 2023, and present your pass for entry through the North Gate of Ningbo University's East Campus between 9:00 and 9:30 AM on October 29, 2023. The Medical School is located to the right of the North Gate, approximately 200 meters straight ahead.
Contact Information: Scientific Research and International Exchange Center, Medical School: 87602312
