On the afternoon of January 15, 2026, at 14:00, the Nanchang University School of Life Sciences Elite Forum (First Session of 2026) and the 2026 National Natural Science Foundation (NSFC) Application Mobilization and Training Conference were held in the Staff Home, Room A212, Lisheng Building. The forum was chaired by Professor Zhao Daxian, a member of the Party Committee and Vice Dean of the School of Life Sciences. Professor Hu Xiaotian from the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Nanchang University was invited to deliver a special report titled "Sharing Experiences and Insights on Scientific Project Applications." Faculty members from the school participated enthusiastically, creating a strong academic atmosphere on site.

In his report, Professor Hu Xiaotian systematically shared his experiences and insights, focusing on the core aspects of NSFC application. Drawing from his years of experience in both applying for and reviewing projects, he elaborated on the key points in project proposals. He advised applicants to "refine meticulously," strictly follow the current year's application template item by item to avoid omissions or arbitrary changes. For projects not funded in the previous year, he emphasized the importance of carefully addressing reviewer comments and making substantive revisions. Regarding writing, he stressed the need to be "profound yet easily understandable," with logical clarity, fluent sentences, and avoidance of typos. Furthermore, he recommended multiple rounds of review before submission, seeking feedback from others, and paying attention to formatting aesthetics to enhance the overall quality of the application materials.

Professor Hu also provided a key interpretation on the distillation and selection of scientific problem attributes. He categorized scientific problems into four main types and conducted an in-depth analysis in conjunction with different application categories. Professor Hu emphasized that applicants should accurately select and clearly articulate the scientific problem attributes based on the originality, frontier nature, applicability, and interdisciplinary nature of their own research work, as this is a focal point for project positioning and reviewer attention.

During the interactive session, Professor Hu engaged in in-depth exchanges with attending faculty and students on specific issues encountered during the application process, creating a lively atmosphere.

At the conclusion of the conference, Vice Dean Zhao Daxian presided over a special study session on research integrity for the School of Life Sciences. Citing recent cases related to research integrity, he strongly emphasized the critical importance of preserving original experimental data. He required all researchers to strictly adhere to academic norms, ensure data authenticity and traceability, and collectively foster a clean and upright research environment.

This Elite Forum and Mobilization Training Conference not only provided practical guidance for the school's faculty in applying for the 2026 NSFC grants but also further strengthened their awareness of research integrity, laying a solid foundation for the high-quality development of the school's research endeavors.