Lakefront Academy:From Massive Data to Unique Insights

Introduction
The Chinese Research Data Services Platform (CNRDS) is a leading open and integrated data platform in China, specializing in the development of datasets for research in economics, finance, and business. It provides a wide range of unique and hard-to-access data resources, offering comprehensive data solutions for researchers. To support faculty and students in effectively utilizing the CNRDS database and exploring its deeper research value, the library has partnered with CNRDS to organize a special lecture. This lecture aims to expand the application of data resources and enhance overall research efficiency. All faculty members and students are warmly invited to participate.
Highlights
An analysis of current challenges in research data, along with solutions on how data-driven approaches can support academic research.
2. Overview of the Data Landscape
A systematic introduction to the core contents of the platform’s sub-databases, including specialized datasets such as supply chain, green patents, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence patents.
3. Frontier Data and Case Studies
Presentation of real research cases from unique perspectives, demonstrating the application scenarios and analytical approaches of scarce datasets.
4. Platform Functions and Advantages
Hands-on guidance on key database functions, including data retrieval, filtering, and export.
Date: March 25th, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 13:30–15:30
Speaker: Xu Mingzhen, CNRDS Senior Lecturer
Venue: CBPM C324
Language: Chinese
2. All attendees will receive complimentary access to the new CNRDS databases for 1 year. (Faculty may choose any 2 databases; students may choose any 1 database)
Lakefront Academy (Shu Hu Xue Tang) is an important platform for academic exchange and practice sharing at the Wenzhou-Kean University Library. It is dedicated to bringing together a wealth of activities such as lectures, seminars, workshops, academic competitions, and professional training, to set up a sparkling stage for the whole community to stimulate and inspire their thoughts.
Content | CHENG Zesheng & TANG Xulin
Layout | ZHANG Chenting
Review | REN Yuanyuan