Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine

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Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine
File:Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine.jpg
Main entrance of Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine
MottoCultivating Talents, Advancing Traditional Chinese Medicine
TypePublic
Established1959
PresidentProf. Liang Xuemei
Location
Xianyang
,
Shaanxi
,
China
CampusUrban
Websitewww.sxutcm.edu.cn

The Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine is a public university located in Xianyang, Shaanxi, China. It was established in 1959 and is dedicated to the education and research of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines related to TCM.

History[edit | edit source]

The Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine was founded in 1959 as the Shaanxi College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It was one of the first TCM colleges established in China. Over the years, the university has grown and developed into a comprehensive institution with a focus on TCM education, research, and healthcare.

Campus[edit | edit source]

The university campus is located in Xianyang, a city in the Shaanxi province of China. The campus covers an area of approximately 200 acres and is equipped with modern facilities and infrastructure. It provides a conducive environment for students to pursue their studies and engage in research activities.

Academics[edit | edit source]

The Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine offers a wide range of academic programs in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. These programs include undergraduate degrees, postgraduate degrees, and doctoral degrees. The university has several faculties and departments, including the Faculty of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Faculty of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, the Faculty of Pharmacy, and the Faculty of Nursing.

The university places a strong emphasis on practical training and clinical experience. Students have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the university's affiliated hospitals and clinics, where they can apply their theoretical knowledge in real-life healthcare settings.

Research[edit | edit source]

Research is an integral part of the Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine's mission. The university has established research centers and institutes dedicated to various aspects of TCM research. These include the Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Institute of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, and the Institute of Chinese Medicinal Materials.

The university actively collaborates with other research institutions and universities both within China and internationally. It conducts research on the efficacy and safety of TCM treatments, the development of new TCM drugs, and the integration of TCM with modern medicine.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

The Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine has produced many notable alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of traditional Chinese medicine. Some of the notable alumni include:

  • Prof. Zhang Qi, a renowned TCM expert and author of several influential TCM textbooks.
  • Prof. Wang Xiaoguang, a leading researcher in the field of acupuncture and moxibustion.
  • Dr. Li Jing, a prominent TCM practitioner known for her expertise in herbal medicine.

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