We inadvertently sighed at the wonder and insignificance of human civilization when we looked up and focused on the entire universe. The Three-Body Problem ignited the silence of Chinese science fiction, so we consciously look at the world from a larger, more distant, but at the same time more subtle perspective. With the rapid development of science and technology, how far away are the scenes in science fiction from us? And how far has the Chinese science fiction battleship carried by time flown until today? The Living Library welcomes you to follow the step of the lecturer Mr. Tang Zhesheng, and walk into the wonderful world of contemporary Chinese science fiction. Here are the details: Title: Feet on Earth, Looking to the Stars: An Appreciation of Contemporary Chinese Science Fiction - Focusing on the Novels of Liu Cixin Call Number: I207.42/CT1/LL008 Author: Tang Zhesheng Introduction: A Distinguished Professor and Doctoral Supervisor of Soochow University, the academic leader of the first-level discipline of popular literature research, and the director of the Research Center of Chinese Popular Literature and Popular Culture of Soochow University; research in the study of Chinese contemporary popular literature and popular culture; has published several monographs and papers in journals at all levels. Reading Time: 18:30-19:30, Nov.24th, Thursday, 2022 Reading Location: Multi-function Room Host: Library, Residential Colleges Please scan the QR code below to register for reading: Living library is a reading concept. Not only can you hear mellow stories here, but you can also get your own living library card. Come and have a warm encounter with a warm reading. Don’t forget to bring your living library card if you already have it! Library and Residential College Nov. 21th 2022

In the Internet era, SCI papers not only have high requirements for academic writing but have been raising standards for the expertise and copyright issues of scientific images in recent years. Under such circumstances, learning to use images to interpret science becomes both a new subject and a new challenge in scientific research. In association with Wiley, the library invites Ms. Song Yuanyuan, an expert in academic image design and the author of several popular books on this very topic, to share with us the ideas and skills of scientific image design. You will find the lecture helpful in overcoming this difficulty in scientific research. Speaker: Carol Song Introduction: MA in Computer Animation, Peking University; BS in Chemistry, Shandong University; the founder of Scitoooo and Scimage; an expert in academic image design and the author of several popular books on this topic Time: Nov. 18th 2022, 15:30~16:30, Friday Location: Library Multi-function Room, 1st Floor Mode: Live / Online live Online Link：https://zju.webex.com/join/InformationLiteracyLecture

A gramophone contains the sound of an era of music. This Thursday evening, the library is going to hold a long-awaited vinyl concert. Let’s enjoy the rhythm of classical music in the unique sound of vinyl records and commemorate the 290th anniversary of the birth of the great instrumental composer Franz Joseph Haydn. In addition, we have invited Mr. Liu Liguang, who is responsible for the Music Special Collection of Zhejiang University Library, to share the stories behind the vinyl records and symphonic music with us. We will also provide exquisite tea breaks and fun interactive music games. Come and have a classical music journey with the library! Speaker: Liu Liguang Introduction: Librarian, responsible for the Music Special Collection Time: Nov. 17th 2022, 16:30~20:30, Thursday Location: Library Multi-function Room, 1st Floor Scan the QR code for registration:

Sufficient literature can better support daily learning and research activities. So how can we access literature effectively? This lecture mainly introduces various literature resources related to Engineering, and introduces the features and methods of using engineering literature databases with practical examples, to improve your retrieval and utilization ability of engineering literature. Speaker: Yang Linpei Introduction: Librarian of International Campus Library, Master's Degree, graduated from The Ancient Classics Studies, East China Normal University. Responsible for teaching & subject service. Time: Nov. 11th, 2022, 15:30~16:30, Friday Location: Library Multi-function Room,1stFloor Mode: Live / Online live Online Link：https://zju.webex.com/join/InformationLiteracyLecture

You may need a nice picture on PPT presentation, project report, club advertisements, social sharing... A picture with a clear theme and creative ideas is always impressive. Based on the public needs, this week's Information Literacy Lecture is about using Photoshop to design a promotional poster. Let's get an “Amazing” picture together! This lecture will guide you through the basic operation of Photoshop. You can click the following link to download and install the Photoshop software in advance: http://ms.zju.edu.cn/adobe/download.html Speaker: Zhu Linyi Introduction: Librarian of International Campus Library, Master's Degree, graduated from MAES, City University of Hong Kong. Responsible for the cultural promotion of the library and has considerable experience in Photoshop. Time: Nov. 4th, 2022, 15:30~16:30, Friday Location: Library Multi-function Room,1stFloor Mode: Live / Online live Online Link：https://zju.webex.com/join/InformationLiteracyLecture

After working hard to do an experiment or complete a survey, you may have trouble with a pile of data. How to process and analyze data efficiently and accurately? This week's Information Literacy Lecture will focus on "data", using common processing tools such as Excel and Power BI to help you find the inherent rules from the chaotic data. Come and get this essential skill for academic research! Speaker: Shao Zhaozhao Introduction: IT specialist from office of campus operations and support, responsible for the construction of campus data center, proficient in data analysis and data processing tools, with considerable experience in data management. Time: Oct. 28th, 2022, 15:30~16:30, Friday Location: Library Multi-function Room,1stFloor Mode: Live / Online live Online Link：https://zju.webex.com/join/InformationLiteracyLecture

Not long after the online Chinese book fair, the long-awaited online foreign book fair returns with nearly 6,000 titles at your disposal! The books cover a wide range of disciplines, including Biomedical, Engineering, Business, Literature, Art and History... All you need to do is click your fingers and the library will pay for all your favorite books! Time: Oct.21st to Oct.27th, 2022 Online Fair Link： 1. For PC: http://bookshow.ctibooks.com.cn/#/login 2. For Mobile Phone:

Do you really know how to use search engines? With the vast amount of information on the Internet, how can you efficiently and quickly "clear the fog" and get what you need? This Friday's information literacy lecture focuses on the two main principles of information access and demonstrates how to use Baidu, Bing, and other common search engines to find information, expand information sources, identify and verify the authenticity of the information through a lot of techniques and case studies. Come to learn it! Speaker: Xu Jingjing Introduction: Librarian, Master of Engineering, engaged in science and technology novelty retrieval and intelligence analysis, etc. Time: Oct. 21st, 2022, 15:30~16:30, Friday Location: Library Multi-function Room, 1st Floor Mode: Online live

Dear all, Student textbook purchase of 2022 spring-summer semester is about to start. If you want to order textbooks, please submit your order online through PeopleSoft and pay the bill in advance. Detailed information is as follows: 1. Ordering time: Oct. 21st, 2022 –Oct. 23rd, 2022. Overdue order and payment will not be accepted. 2. Platform: PeopleSoft. (See the attachment for the guide) If you are unable to order due to your status, you may click here or scan the following QR code to submit your order:

As the mark of the bibliographic collection, the book collection seal is the closest connection between the library and books. One book collection seal, one century of history. “Zhejiang University Library Book Collection Seals Exhibition” presents the seals of the Zhejiang University library in different historical periods, collected by different collection institutions during the 125 years since the founding of Zhejiang University. Let's review the hundred-year history of Zhejiang University from the perspective of square-inch seals. In addition, the exhibition specially invites teachers from the Ancient Books & Special Collection Department of Zhejiang University Library to give a guided tour, which will bring you an in-depth understanding of the story behind the book collection seals. Please pay attention!