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Head of Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology

Prof. Chow Ming-cheung, Larry

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) celebrates the acceptance of ABRAM Therapeutics Limited (ABRAM), a start-up co-founded by a PolyU scholar, into the Roche Accelerator. This marks the first time a Hong Kong-based start-up being welcomed by this prestigious innovation hub. Nurtured within the PolyVentures start-up ecosystem, ABRAM focuses on its ground-breaking drug candidate, ABarginase, for treating obesity and related metabolic disor

3 Apr 2025

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, and Faculty of Science today co-hosted the “AI & Medicine: Shaping the Future of Health”  Forum. The event featured a keynote speech by Prof. Barry MARSHALL, 2005 Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine, who shared his research journey and provided insights into the future of medicine. Prof. Ya-Qin ZHANG, Chair Profe

27 Mar 2025

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Zeolites, crystalline materials widely used in the petrochemical industry, serve as pivotal catalysts in the production of fine chemicals, with aluminium being the source of active sites within zeolite structures. A research team from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has revealed the precise location of aluminium atoms in the zeolite framework. This discovery could facilitate the design of more efficient and stable catalysts, aimed at

24 Jan 2025

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On 16 January 2025, the Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology warmly welcomed a group of students from SMA Santa Ursula Jakarta, Indonesia. The event began with an introduction to our Bachelor of Science (Honours) Scheme in Biotechnology and Chemical Technology, followed by an engaging Q&A session led by Dr. Cheung Ching-mei, Chartia. This interactive session offered the visiting students a valuable opportunity to explore program

17 Jan 2025

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is committed to advancing impactful research through its robust interdisciplinary collaborations and pioneering innovative solutions that benefit the world. In the latest 2024/25 grants from the Research Grants Council (RGC), PolyU has secured funding for 14 projects, including 8 Collaborative Research Project Grant (CRPG) projects, 3 Collaborative Research Equipment Grant (CREG) projects, and 3 Young

3 Jan 2025

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We are pleased to announce that Prof. ZHAO Yanxiang, Associate Head and Professor in the Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has successfully secured funding from the RGC Research Impact Fund (RIF). The RIF encourages academics to harness the potential of their research to deliver benefits to the wider community, spurring impactful and translational research projects.  

3 Jan 2025

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The Faculty Awards for Outstanding Achievement & Outstanding Alumni Award Presentation Ceremony 2024 was held on December 20, 2024. This event celebrated the exceptional efforts in teaching, research, scholarly activities, and knowledge transfer by our esteemed faculty members, while also recognizing the professional excellence and scholarly contributions of our accomplished alumni.   Congratulations to the awardees of the Faculty Awards for

20 Dec 2024

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We are excited to announce that Dr. So Chau-ming has been honored with the Asian Core Programme Lectureship Award at the 17th International Conference on Cutting-Edge Organic Chemistry in Asia (ICCEOCA-17), which took place from November 29 to December 2, 2024. This award recognizes Dr. So's exceptional contributions to the field of organic chemistry and his commitment to advancing research and collaboration in Asia. Congratulations to Dr. So Cha

17 Dec 2024

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We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended and helped create a joyous atmosphere. Your presence truly made the celebration special, and we appreciate your support. A special thank you goes to the Lim Peng Suan Charitable Trust, our generous donor. Their unwavering support has been instrumental in advancing our department's development initiatives, and we are sincerely grateful for their continued contributions. We would al

11 Dec 2024

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