On the afternoon of March 31, 2025, the School of Foreign Languages (SFL) invited Professor Zhao Gang, Vice Dean of the School of Foreign Languages at East China Normal University and doctoral supervisor, to deliver an academic lecture titled "Exploring the Development of Translation Studies in the Age of AI."

Drawing on his profound academic expertise and extensive practical experience, Professor Zhao Gang delivered an engaging presentation centered on the theme of exploring the development of translation studies in the context of artificial intelligence. He provided a thorough and comprehensive analysis of the profound transformations that AI technology is bringing to the field of translation. Citing a wide range of vivid and detailed cases, he delved deeply into the developmental pathways and future directions for translation studies in the new era. His insightful perspectives and unique viewpoints sparked profound reflection among the attending faculty, who actively raised their own questions and shared their insights, engaging in a lively and in-depth discussion with Professor Zhao Gang. The atmosphere was dynamic, with a vibrant exchange of ideas.

SFL is deepening the reform of foreign language education and teaching against the backdrop of artificial intelligence. Through expert lectures and exchanges, it is exploring development paths for foreign language schools within engineering-focused universities, aiming to advance the school's disciplinary development to new heights.