Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) is a public research university located in the Nanshan District of Shenzhen, China. Founded in 2011 as a reform-oriented and innovative university, SUSTech has rapidly grown into a prominent institution with strengths in science, engineering, medicine, and management. Known for its interdisciplinary research, international outlook, and close ties with industry, SUSTech has recruited distinguished faculty from around the world and established state-of-the-art research facilities. The university is committed to advancing knowledge and technology through cutting-edge research and innovation, with particular strengths in robotics, artificial intelligence, materials science, and biotechnology.
Address: No. 1088, Xueyuan Avenue, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
The SUSTech Convention Center (also known as the SUSTech Assembly Hall) is a landmark public building located in the southwest part of the SUSTech campus, at the intersection of SUSTech Road No.1 and Xueyuan Avenue, adjacent to the Dasha River. Designed by AUBE Conception, the convention center was completed and put into use at the end of 2020 after five years of construction. With a total construction area of approximately 17,900 square meters, the convention center integrates conference, performance, exhibition, and academic exchange functions into a single architectural complex.
The convention center features a conference hall accommodating 800 people, a multi-functional theater seating 620 people, a circular conference hall for 200 people, as well as additional medium and small meeting rooms and office spaces. The building's interior design carefully considers the independence of the conference center and theater functions while maintaining a shared relationship with public spaces. The convention center is also home to the International Centre for Higher Education Innovation under the auspices of UNESCO (Shenzhen), highlighting its role as a hub for international academic exchange.
Surrounded by beautiful hills and lakes, the convention center embodies SUSTech's philosophy of integrating architecture with the natural landscape. The building volume follows the contour of the hill, creating a harmonious dialogue between the built environment and the surrounding nature. As a premier venue for academic conferences, cultural performances, and international forums, the SUSTech Convention Center provides an ideal setting for RobCE 2027 and other high-level academic events.
SUSTech Convention Center Exterior
SUSTech Convention Center Interior
Shenzhen is a dynamic metropolis located in southern China's Guangdong Province, bordering Hong Kong. Established as China's first Special Economic Zone in 1980, Shenzhen has transformed from a small fishing village into a global center of technology, innovation, and finance. Often referred to as the "Silicon Valley of China", Shenzhen is home to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange and hosts the headquarters of many leading technology companies. The city is also a major international shipping hub, with the Port of Shenzhen ranking among the world's busiest container ports. Shenzhen is known for its youthful energy, open and inclusive culture, modern skyline, and high quality of life, making it one of the most vibrant cities in the world.
Window of the World
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OCT East
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