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AAE Outstanding Alumni Award

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Calling for nomination for the
AAE Outstanding Alumni Award of 2024

 

The Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering (AAE), formerly Interdisciplinary Division of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering, was established under the Faculty of Engineering in 2016. Over the past years, the department has been rapidly and steadily developing its research and education on a full scale. Besides offering bachelor and postgraduate research programmes, AAE launched the Taught Postgraduate MSc programme in the 2022-23 academic year. The Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering was first launched in 2022.  To recognize the outstanding achievements of alumni who have made remarkable contributions to the society, to the University, and to the developments of aviation industry and aeronautical engineering, the Department is inviting nominations for the Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering for 2024.


Eligibility

The candidate must be a bona fide graduate who had completed regular full-time or part-time programmes offered by the Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, which lead to an academic award accredited.

 

The proposer can be AAE graduates, AAE academic staff and current Departmental Advisory Committee members. 

 

Nominations

  • The proposer should have obtained nominees’ consent before the submission of nominations.
  • There is no limit to the number of nominations to be submitted by each proposer. Proposer can also be nominated. However, the proposer cannot nominate himself/herself.

 

Nomination Form returns by 24 April 2024.

Email to aae.info@polyu.edu.hk

 

  • The awardees may further be nominated for the Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU Faculty of Engineering


Schedule

24 April 2024
Deadline for receiving nominations
May 2024
Review of the nominations by the selection panel
October 2024
Announcement of results
November/ December 2024
Award Presentation Ceremony

 

Selection Criteria

There are four award categories, namely “Professional Achievement”, “Entrepreneurial Achievement”, “Scholarly Achievement” and “Community Service Achievement”.  Selection criteria for each category are listed below.

 

Selection is based on the nominee’s accomplishments in his/her personal achievements in the field, contributions to the community, and support and contributions to PolyU.

  1. Professional Achievement 專業成就 – this category recognizes alumni who have attained distinguished achievements, demonstrated exemplary leadership and made a strong impact on their profession / industry / society.

  2. Entrepreneurial Achievement 創業/工商業成就 – this category recognizes alumni who have demonstrated outstanding innovation and entrepreneurship, as well as founded or advanced business or technology ventures with impact.

  3. Scholarly Achievement 學術成就 – this category recognizes alumni scholars who have made notable scholarly or research contributions in their disciplines, with proven track records and excellent reputations in the field.

  4. Community Service Achievement 社會服務成就 – this category recognizes alumni who have made impactful contributions to the communities, or demonstrated an extraordinary level of commitment, volunteerism and/or philanthropy for promoting the wellbeing of the communities.

In addition to the above criteria for the respective award categories, “Support and Contribution to PolyU AAE” is one of the key nomination and selection criteria at all levels.

Special recognition to young alumni awardees in the award category is added.  Candidate who is aged under 40 by the end of the award year can be considered under the Outstanding PolyU Young Alumni stream.


The number of award winners of each category will be decided by the Selection Panel based on the number of nominations and the qualities of candidates.

 

Selection Panel

Panel of Judges, comprising both internal and external members, will be formed to examine the nominations and assess candidates’ qualifications and performance for the awards.  

 

Enquiry

Contact     : Ms Carol Chan 
Telephone : 3400 8482
Email         : aae.info@polyu.edu.hk

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Awardee of 2024

Outstanding Young Alumni Award in Entrepreneurial Achievement of PolyU Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering


Mr Lee Max Jwo Lem

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Aviation Engineering, 2021

 

Mr Lee Max Jwo Lem, a graduate of the Bachelor of Engineering in Aviation Engineering at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has demonstrated strong entrepreneurial skills. As the Co-Founder and CTO of Lifesparrow Solutions Limited, he developed an AI-based drone search and rescue platform, improving the operational efficiency of the Fire Service Department of Hong Kong.
Under his leadership, Lifesparrow Solutions integrated real-time data analysis and advanced imaging technologies into their SAR platform. This integration has set a new standard for emergency response operations. His work has improved the speed and efficiency of rescue missions and received media attention, including features on CNN International and the South China Morning Post. Additionally, Max was recognized in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list and has received awards such as the Champion of HK Techathon in Smart City, the Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition awards, and the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme Award.
Max is currently pursuing his PhD at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University under the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS). His research focuses on seamless positioning and smart city technologies. His work in technological innovation and public safety demonstrates his significant impact on his profession and alma mater.

 

 

Outstanding Alumni 2023

Awardee of 2023

Outstanding Young Alumni Award in Professional Achievement of PolyU Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering


Ms YEUNG Ming Yee

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Air Transport Engineering, 2019

 

Ms YEUNG Ming Yee is a graduate of Bachelor of Engineering in Air Transport Engineering at the erstwhile Interdisciplinary of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Upon completing her studies, she joined Hong Kong Express Airways as an Assistant Officer in Maintenance Control. Ms Yeung continues to grow and achieve various recognitions while working. She completed an Airbus Training in 2019 and all the required modules of HKAR-66 B1.1 Aircraft Maintenance License. She also completed the Base maintenance certifying engineer on A320/A321 - AIRBUS Training (2023)

She is now a  Planning Engineer in Scheduling and Heavy Maintenance Operations with Cathay Pacific. Her role oversees the execution of aircraft heavy checks and manage offshore storage activities. Her duties include managing both short-term and long-term schedules for aircraft light and heavy maintenance plans, optimizing the planned maintenance packages to ensure maximum aircraft availability while complying with regulatory requirements, as well as developing budget models using historical data to forecast aircraft maintenance costs.  

 

Throughout her academic and professional journey, Ms YEUNG has demonstrated a strong commitment to both her industry and community. She was the PolyU student leader in organizing an aviation ramp safety event in collaboration with her AAE peers and the Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (HACTL) while pursuing her bachelor’s degree. With her professional expertise, she not only continuously supports the Department by serving as an alumni representative on different occasions,  but also provides valuable guidance on career planning and inspires the current students. 
Outstanding Alumni Award AAE 2022 - Ms LO Xian Lin, Red

Awardee of 2022

Outstanding Young Alumni Award in Community Service Achievement of PolyU Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering


Ms LO Xian Lin

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Aviation Engineering, 2020

 

Ms LO Xian Lin is a graduate of Bachelor of Engineering in Aviation Engineering at the erstwhile Interdisciplinary of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. After graduation, she joined Jardine Aviation Services as a Management Trainee, with diverse roles and responsibilities in the company. After serving as an Integrated Operations Centre Controller who oversees the day-to-day service delivery operations of the company, Ms Lo is currently managing contracts as a Commercial specialist.

 

With great enthusiasm and kindness, Ms Lo began her journey in community service by participating in various volunteer works internationally when doing her bachelor’s degree. Ranging from voluntary teaching in Yunnan to installing solar panels in a Cambodian school, she is deeply committed to promoting the wellbeing of the communities. Finding great value in empowering the less-fortunes to transform their lives, she continues to contribute the society by volunteering and managing a number of charity events, including MINDSET Jardine’s Bread Rescue in September 2021, ImpackHK Private Walk in September 2021, and World Human Trafficking Day EdenHK Pop-Up Store on 30 July 2021.

 

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