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Scientist Wu Jun Resigns from a Tenured Position in the US to Join Westlake University in China—What Factors May Have Driven the Decision?

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科学家吴军辞去美终身教职回国加盟西湖大学，这一选择背后有哪些考量？

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Westlake University is a private research university in Hangzhou, China.

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First recorded Oct 18, 2026, 12:59 AM CST · latest Oct 18, 2026, 12:59 AM CST. Ranks reflect attention on each platform.

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