On November 24, 2025, the Economics Department held a grand ceremony on the second floor of the laboratory building to inaugurate the Experimental Teaching Center of the Economics Department / Digital Economy Innovation Laboratory. Attendees included President Professor Hezhang Li, First Vice President Professor Ivanchenko, Corresponding Members of the Russian Academy of Sciences Professors Afontsev and Shirov, Assistant to the First Vice President Kalmykov, Assistant Vice President Meina Wan, Vice Chairman of Eve Holding, General Manager of Shenzhen Edan Precision Instruments, General Manager of Lauscha Fiber Optics, R&D Manager of BYD, Chief Information Officer of China Wanda Group, as well as representatives from enterprises such as Agricultural Bank of China Shenzhen Branch, Guosen Securities, Kingdee Software, Weaver Network, and iUX Labs. Leaders from university functional departments, including the President’s Office, Facilities Support Department, Academic Affairs Office, Student Affairs Office, Research Office, International Exchange and Cooperation Office, Human Resources Office, and Admissions Office, were also invited to attend the unveiling ceremony.
The unveiling ceremony was jointly hosted by Professor Meng Fanchen, the Chinese Director of the Economics Department, and Associate Professor Nikitushkina, the Russian Director. In their speeches, they outlined the development process and functions of the laboratory and expressed heartfelt gratitude to the university leadership and various functional departments for their support in the discipline and laboratory construction of the Economics Department.
President Professor Hezhang Li, First Vice President Professor Ivanchenko, Corresponding Members of the Russian Academy of Sciences Professors Afontsev and Shirov, Assistant to the First Vice President Kalmykov, and Assistant Vice President Meina Wan jointly unveiled the laboratory plaque and toured the facility. Representatives of Shenzhen's intangible cultural heritage arts presented vibrant artistic performances to celebrate the laboratory's inauguration.
Introduction to the Experimental Teaching Center of the Economics Department / Digital Economy Innovation Laboratory:
The Experimental Teaching Center of the Economics Department / Digital Economy Innovation Laboratory primarily consists of four major laboratories: Financial Investment & Analysis, FinTech & Innovation, Intelligent Decision-Making & Analysis, and Operations Management & Simulation. Equipped with a multifunctional case analysis room featuring digital technology, it forms a multi-level immersive teaching and research environment that comprehensively supports the integration of "classroom + research + industry."
Financial Investment & Analysis Laboratory:
Based on the needs of financial investment, practical teaching in economics courses, and financial data analysis, this lab creates a simulated financial teaching environment and an advanced financial experimental teaching platform by integrating cutting-edge teaching and research equipment such as financial tickers, global financial data analysis terminals, investment banking teaching systems, and quantitative investment analysis trading tools. It meets the experimental teaching requirements for courses like financial investment analysis and supports research needs such as macroeconomic studies, industry analysis, financial analysis of listed companies, and stock, futures, and options research.
FinTech & Innovation Laboratory:
This lab focuses on exploring the application of emerging technologies (e.g., blockchain, artificial intelligence, big data) in the financial sector, providing forward-looking fintech experimental systems. Specific applications include robo-advisors, blockchain finance, digital RMB, supply chain finance, securities issuance, and other innovative fintech models. The lab platform also supports blockchain finance research, digital currency encryption studies, data processing, machine learning, and other teaching and research activities.
Intelligent Decision-Making & Analysis Laboratory:
Primarily used for cognitive and behavioral experiments, this lab supports scientific research and teaching in experimental psychology, cognitive psychology, economic psychology, decision-making psychology, and related disciplines. It is equipped with various testing methods and technical devices, including multimodal data synchronization and fusion systems, eye-tracking systems, EEG signal acquisition and analysis systems, and physiological signal recording and analysis systems. These tools facilitate research on cognitive processes such as sensation, perception, attention, memory, and reasoning in economics and psychology studies.
Operations Management & Simulation Laboratory:
This lab employs internationally leading virtual simulation technology to replicate the entire process of modern enterprise management and operations, simulating business processes such as product R&D, procurement, marketing, sales, HR, and finance. It supports strategic decision-making by allowing users to interact via touch controls to view market information—including raw material supply and product sales across local, domestic, Asian, and international markets. Additionally, it features an XR immersive teaching environment, enabling digital virtual simulation teaching to enhance learners' engagement and comprehension while providing them with innovative tools and research perspectives.
