Following evaluations by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security of the People’s Republic of China and the Office of the National Postdoctoral Administrative Committee, Elkem Xinghuo Silicones has obtained approval to establish a national-level postdoctoral research station with a government incentive fund of 1 million CNY. This marks a significant achievement for Elkem Xinghuo Silicones in the construction of high-level research platform, industry-universityresearch collaboration, and enhancement of independent innovation capabilities. It is also expected to attract outstanding scientific researchers to the organic silicon project, thereby enhancing technological innovation and promoting the transformation of research outcomes.

As a globally leading organic silicon supplier spanning both upstream and downstream sectors, Elkem Xinghuo Silicones has developed a notably comprehensive production system centered around a series of organic silicon products, and reached world-class levels in organosilicon monomer synthesis technology, production capacity utilization, and dimethicone content. With 12 Ph.D. holders and a substantial pool of specialized technical talents, the enterprise stands out in the industry.

Following this accreditation, Elkem Xinghuo Silicones will, in accordance with national and Jiangxi provincial postdoctoral work management systems and requirements, establish practical operational guidelines, enhance the management system for the entry, nurturing, and departure of postdoctoral researchers, refine assessment standards focused on innovation, quality, efficiency, and contribution, encourage industry-university-research collaboration, foster the transformation of research outcomes, and consistently propel innovative advancements in postdoctoral work. In conjunction with the major research tasks, efforts will be made to effectively recruit, train, and dispatch postdoctoral researchers, aiming to cultivate a group of versatile, strategic, and innovative young talents for both research and production practice.