On the morning of May 14, Dr. Adnan Mahmood from Macquarie University, Australia, visited Shandong Xiehe University (SXU) for the second time to engage in academic exchange. The event was attended by Wang Qun, Deputy Dean of the School of Computer Science; Zhou Guangtao, Director of the International Office; teaching and research faculty members from the School of Computer Science; and relevant staff from the International Office.
      At the meeting, the doctoral representative team of SXU welcomed Dr. Adnan Mahmood’s return visit and briefly reviewed the positive outcomes from the first exchange. Next, Dr. Mahmood delivered a report titled “LLMs Meet the Internet of Things: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Prospects,” sharing recent progress and future trends. 
      During the interactive session, both sides discussed disciplinary development, research collaboration, talent cultivation, and potential future cooperation. This exchange has broadened academic perspectives and laid a solid foundation for deeper collaboration with Macquarie University. SXU will continue to expand international academic channels to enhance research, talent training, and innovation.
      Macquarie University, established in 1964, is a public research university located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is recognized as one of Australia’s most enterprising universities. The university offers a range of leading interdisciplinary programs dedicated to cultivating creative, globally-minded talents who contribute to world progress and development. (Inter Office: Claire & Evan)