SUES has been continuously advancing reforms in its research management system, deepening the integration of scientific research and education, and strengthening collaboration between academia and industry. As a result, its core research and innovation capabilities have steadily increased. Since 2018, SUES’ leadership has remained committed to serving national and regional strategic needs, with a strong focus on attracting high-caliber talent, establishing high-level research platforms, securing major research projects, and achieving groundbreaking scientific results. Through accelerated institutional reforms, platform development, and diversified collaboration, significant improvements have been made in the volume and quality of national-level research projects, with new breakthroughs in major and key initiatives. Additionally, remarkable growth has been observed in applied research projects, along with a rapid enhancement in the quality of intellectual property.