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The Enchanting Phenomenon of Blue Tears: Unveiling the Secrets of Matsu's Bioluminescent Spectacle

2023-05-31

The "Blue Tears" of Matsu, recognized as one of the world's 15 wonders by CNN, are primarily caused by a bioluminescent ...

Responding to Ørsted and Dong Fang Offshore's Efforts in Promoting the Transformation of Fishermen: NTOU Launches Level B Seafarer Training Program

2023-05-29

National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) is actively assisting in the establishment of a talent pool for the offshore...

Sea Sparkle: Research Series at National Taiwan Ocean University

2023-05-24

Sea sparkle, or Noctiluca scintillans, continues to mesmerize scientists and nature enthusiasts alike with its captivating display of luminous beauty. The recent statement by Professor Kuo-Ping Chiang, a prominent authority on sea sparkle from the National Taiwan Ocean University, sheds light on the ecological dynamics behind this magical spectacle.

NTOU Alumni Contribute Toward Establishment of New International Dormitory in Matsu Campus

2023-05-20

On the morning of May 21st, National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) held a grand opening ceremony to celebrate the establishment of “K . S. Wang & NTOU Alumni International Dormitory” on the Matsu campus. With the donation of approximately NTD 55 million from NTOU alumni, the 3-floor building with over one hundred beds is expected to provide sufficient accommodation space and expand opportunities to students from various backgrounds, including offshore islands.

NTOU Delegation Visit Vietnam to Expand International Cooperation with Industries and Institutes

2023-04-28

From April 17 to April 21, the NTOU Vice President, Cheng-Yu Ku, led a delegation to Vietnam for a visit. During the visit, the delegation discussed issues such as teaching and academic research with various institutions. NTOU successfully deepened academic cooperation between the two countries, promoted international talent exchange, and expanded industry-academic cooperation.

NTOU Life Distinguished Professor Mu-Der Jeng elected AAIA Fellow

2023-04-20

Dr. Mu-Der Jeng (鄭慕德), currently Life Distinguished Professor of the Electrical Engineering Department at National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) was elected Asia-Pacific Artificial Intelligence Association (AAIA) Fellow. Dr. Jeng’s contributions to AIoT, embedded systems, and smart cars led to this honor, which is given only to the top researchers worldwide such as National Academy of Sciences members, National Academy of Engineering members, IEEE Fellows, and ACM Fellows.

NTOU & SUNY Maritime College Collaborate on Educating Global Maritime Talents

2023-03-24

On March 22nd, the State University of New York Maritime College (SUNYMC) delegation visited National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU). NTOU and SUNY Maritime College agreed on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) regarding the admission of NTOU graduates to the graduate programs offered by SUNYMC. The attendees discussed the contribution and resources of maritime transportation education, and explored the possibility of collaboration between the two universities, such as dual degree programs.

Liaison Office of South Africa visits NTOU

2023-03-22

The Liaison Office of South Africa (LOSA) represented by Head of Mission, Representative Graham Anderson, visited National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) on March 22nd, 2023. NTOU and The LOSA delegation discussed issues centered on NTOU’s distinguished research disciplines, such as the circular economy and sustainable development of resource utilization. In the meeting, NTOU showed warm welcomes to invite international students studying at NTOU, and expected to provide further research opportunities by expanding scholarship projects through collaboration with LOSA. LOSA was glad to support NTOU in involving partnerships with representative universities in South Africa such as Nelson Mandela University and University of KwaZulu-Natal.

NTOU & New Jersey Institute Of Technology Sign MOU to Ring in a Smart Era

2023-03-17

NTOU and New Jersey Institute Of Technology (NJIT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on March 17th. The MOU provides an overarching framework to encourage international collaboration between research communities of two universities and sets out the principles for developing jointly supported activities. NTOU and NJIT agreed on sending visiting scholars and high-academic-performance students. NTOU looked forward to sending delegation represented by Tai-Wen Hsu, President of NTOU, to visit NJIT this year.

President Ing-Wen Tsai Meets NTOU President Tai-Wen Hsu to recognize NTOU's Industrial-Academic Cooperation

2023-03-09

On the morning of March 7th, President of Republic of China, Ing-Wen Tsai(蔡英文), met Prof. Tai-Wen Hsu(許泰文), President of National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU), to recognize that NTOU took first place in the 2022 Industrial-Academic Cooperation excellent leaderboard. It was a significant achievement since NTOU has been recognized as "Excellent Industrial-Academic Cooperation Institution" for four consecutive years by Chinese Institute of Engineers (中國工程師學會,CIE).

Ambassador of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines visits NTOU

2023-02-10

The Embassy of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) represented by Ambassador H. E. Andrea Bowman, visited National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) on Feb. 10th, 2023. The SVG Embassy delegation met with Prof. Tai-Wen Hsu, President of NTOU, Prof. Cheng-Yu Ku, Vice President of NTOU, and Prof. Yu-Wei Chang, Dean of the Office of International Affairs. NTOU and The SVG delegation discussed issues centered on aquaculture, marine resources exploitation, and climate change. In the meeting, NTOU research team displayed value-end products made from sargassum, hoping to support Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in dealing with the over-reproduction problem of sargassum. NTOU expected to strengthen diplomatic relations by supporting industrial upgrading in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

NTOU publications exhibit in TiBE 2023

2023-02-02

NTOU joins 2023 Taipei International Book Exhibition (TiBE) as a member of Joint Exhibition of National University Presses. NTOU is glad to bring readers marine-featured publications in various themes, including latest NTOU publications:《Advanced Charter Party》,《A Taiwanese Style Intercultural Guidebook：Cultural Shocks of International Students in Taiwan》,《Mandarin Course for International Students》and《Mullet and Its Aquaculture》

NTOU International Students Celebrate New Year of the Rabbit

2023-01-19

NTOU the Office of the International Affairs (OIA) gathered foreign students to the Lunar New Year party at the NTOU Exhibition Hall on January 16th, 2023 to celebrate the coming Lunar New Year. NTOU President, Dr. Tai-Wen Hsu, the Vice President, Dr. Cheng-Yu Ku, the Dean of the International Affairs, Dr. Yu-Wei Chang, the Vice Dean of the International Affairs, Dr. Chia-Ling Wang, Dr. Hsiao-Chun Tseng, and Dr. Pin-Wen Chiou joined the party with 64 foreign students to experience traditional New Year culture in Taiwan. International students rang in the New Year with joy and full blessings. NTOU and the Office of the International Affairs wish everyone a happy Lunar New Year. Good luck in the Year of the Rabbit!

NTOU, TFFI & US Georgia Aquarium Sign MOU to Collaborate on Sharks & Rays Conservation

2023-01-10

NTOU devoted to conserving endangered marine creatures through international collaboration. NTOU, Georgia Aquarium, the USA(GAI,) and the Fisheries Research Institute, Council of Agriculture, Executive Yuan, Taiwan(TFRI, 行政院農業委員會水產試驗所) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU.) The partnership aimed to establish a long-term collaboration to study the biology and conservation threats faced by sharks and rays in Taiwanese national waters. The MOU included research on population characterization, movement ecology, and biologically-significant habitats of CITES-listed sharks and rays. Supported by techniques of the Wildbook AI architecture, fixed acoustic array, and satellite tag tracking protected, the partnership intended to put marine protected area (MPA) advocacy and IUCN Red List assessments into practice.

Ambassador of Saint Lucia Visits National Taiwan Ocean University

2022-12-20

Dr. Robert Kennedy Lewis, Ambassador of Saint Lucia to Taiwan, led a delegation and visited National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) on Dec. 20th, 2022. The delegation and NTOU discussed about Blue Economy and agreed on undergoing the project of sargassum products. NTOU is looking forward to supporting industrial upgrading in Saint Lucia and strengthening diplomatic relations by cultivating international talents through collaboration on scholarship projects.

NTOU Aquaculture Professors Win 19th National Innovation Award

2022-12-13

National Taiwan Ocean University professors Chang-Wen Huang(黃章文), Hong-Yi Gong(龔紘毅), and Te-Hua Hsu(徐德華) from the Department of Aquaculture formed Taiwan Aqua Breeding Team (TABT.) TABT’s research on Aquaculture Precision Breeding won the 19th National Innovation Award(第十九屆國家新創獎). The technique of TABT is a molecular characterization method for new strains of Taiwan Tilapia. Through genome sequence comparison, TABT developed the molecular markers representing disease tolerance, cold tolerance, and salt tolerance successfully. This method distinguished whether the target strain is stress-tolerant, and could be applied to genetic evaluation. TABT’s technique reduced fish consumption in traditional selection and shortened the breeding cycle of specific traits. Within the trend of sustainable economy and food safety, TABT’s dedication to precision breeding strengthened the advantage of Taiwan Tilapia in the international market.

NTOU & Kochi University Sign MOU to Collaborate on Fulfilling Social Responsibility

2022-12-09

NTOU and Kochi University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Dec. 6th. The MOU was expected to facilitate data, researchers, and student exchange. NTOU keeps a stable international partnership with members of Taiwan-Japan Alliance of Local Revitalization and Social Practice (abbr. TJ Alliance, 臺日大學地方連結與社會實踐聯盟/臺日聯盟.) In the winter of 2022, the President of NTOU Tai-Wen Hsu (許泰文) visited TJ Alliance members including Kochi University, Ryukoku University, Shinshu University, and Chiba University under the project of Ministry of Education Center for University Social Responsibility(教育部大學社會責任推動中心).

NTOU Prof. Cheng-Chieh Chang wins Ministry of Education Social Education Contribution Award

2022-12-05

National Taiwan Ocean University Teacher Education Professor Center Cheng-Chieh Chang (張正杰) won the individual award of Ministry of Education Social Education Contribution Award(教育部社會貢獻獎). Prof. Chang devotes himself to marine environment education, popular science, and science education. Prof. Chang’s contribution includes joining the editing team of Taiwan’s first marine education guidebook. He also participated in translating the ocean literacy framework “Ocean Literacy Scope & Sequence for Grades K-12.” As a former high school teacher for over ten years, Prof. Chang is determined to influence more students by nurturing teachers with marine literacy. His effort encourages teachers to apply marine literacy to compulsory education.

2022 Transportation International Conference and Annual Meeting in NTOU

2022-11-30

Chinese Institute of Transportation held the 2022 International Conference and Annual Meeting of the Chinese Institute of Transportation at National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU.) The topic of the year is “Towards a Sustainable and Antifragile Transportation System. (邁向永續與反脆弱的運輸系統)” Researchers and practitioners from maritime, railway, road, and air transportation fields exchange technics and experiences on sustainable development of transportations. In the 2022 annual conference, antifragile is considered to enable the sustainable development of transportation systems. Within proper risk management, antifragile allows transportation systems to perform better under uncertainties.

Professor Philip Li-Fan Liu wins Outstanding Contribution Award for the Oceans 2022 in honor of his coastal engineering researches

2022-11-25

National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) hosted the awards ceremony of Outstanding Contribution Award for the Oceans(海洋貢獻獎) on November 25th. Outstanding Contribution Award for the Oceans 2022 goes to Professor Philip Li-Fan Liu(劉立方), Academician of Academia Sinica in Taiwan. Prof. Liu is awarded for his contribution to coastal oceanography and engineering, which promotes construction for tsunami disaster prevention.