Participants compete in the China-US Maker Competition in 2017. [Photo/ chinaus-maker.org]

The qualification trials for the China-US Maker Competition (CUYMC) in Xiamen wrapped up at Xiamen University (XMU) on June 26, local media reported.

A team from the Software School of XUM was among the final 25 candidates in the championship and the eventual winner. Another two teams took the runner-up positions and four won third place.

A total of 370 applicants from 28 universities in China have signed up for the competition.

CUYMC, officially established in 2015, is aiming to create a more innovative entrepreneurship environment for youngsters from both countries. The competition in China is sponsored by the Ministry of Education.