On Mar. 16^th, the Tongji Institute of Innovation and Development for Construction Industry was inaugurated at Tongji University. Against the backdrop of the transformation and upgrading of the construction industry and integrating multidisciplinary resources, such as Civil Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Management, and Computer Science of Tongji University, the Institute is jointly sponsored by some related government departments, construction industry, enterprises, associations and research institutions. It is set to carry out theoretical research, academic exchanges, industry cooperation, and personnel training for management and innovation in the construction industry.