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Physics researchers worked on photonic band gap materials that led to the design of a fractal plate that has novel electromagnetic wave properties. In another project with the University of Manitoba, researchers have observed ultrasonic tunneling through phononic crystals — the first time such an observation has been made in the realm of ultrasound.

The Department of Mathematics, in collaboration with researchers at the Zhejiang Institute of Hydraulics and Estuary, created an accurate numerical method for predicting tidal bores and has tested it on the Qiantang River.

A project on computer-aided design, using affordable sole CAD/CAM software, has enabled small to medium size footwear manufacturers to benefit from a shorter "time to market". It facilitates a faster response to customer needs and cost reduction, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of the entire local footwear industry. The project is led by the Department of Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, and involves both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Through statistical analysis of the views of over 1,200 residents in 60 villages in Anhui Province, the Division of Social Science has found that for village election, the more democratic the nomination system, the greater the legitimacy of the government.