News

Best Oral-Presentation Paper Award (First Class) at the 12th Optical Fiber Sensors Conference China

The 12th Optical Fiber Sensors Conference China was held for about 1200 attendees in Chongqing from 20 to 22 September 2024. Congratulations to Prof. Jin Wei and Prof. Zhang Aping’s research team in winning the Best Oral-Presentation Paper Award (First Class) as the single winner for their work about miniature optical fiber photoacoustic spectroscopy gas sensor in this conference!

PolyU Information Day 2024 (Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate Programmes)

Date 12 Oct 2024 Organiser Academic Registry   Time 10:00 - 17:00 Venue PolyU (Podium, FG Wing)   URL https://www.polyu.edu.hk/infoday     The PolyU Information Day for Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate Programmes will be held on 12 October 2024 (Saturday) from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the PolyU campus. The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering’s booth is located at the podium in FG Wing. You are welcome to visit our booth for consultation about EEE’s progammes and join the following activities: Info Seminars (Room FJ301) Time BEng (Honours) Scheme in Electrical Engineering 11:00 am – 11:45 am 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm BEng (Honours) / BSc (Honours) Scheme in Information and Artificial Intelligence Engineering 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm MSc in Electrical Engineering 12:00 noon – 12:45 pm MSc in Electric Vehicles MSc in Electronic and Information Engineering 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm MSc in Microelectronics and Quantum Systems Engineering   Laboratory Tour A   Time BEng (Honours) Scheme in Electrical Engineering 10:00 am – 11:00 am 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm MSc in Electrical Engineering MSc in Electric Vehicles Laboratory Tour B   Time BEng (Honours) / BSc (Honours) Scheme in Information and Artificial Intelligence Engineering 10:00 am – 11:00 am 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm MSc in Electronic and Information Engineering MSc in Microelectronics and Quantum Systems Engineering     If you are interested in the Info Day, please register online at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/study/events/infoday/register. For more details about the Info Day, please visit https://www.polyu.edu.hk/study/events/infoday.

Congratulations to Jiayue WANG for the award of HKIE Scholarship 2021/22

The HKIE Scholarship Scheme aims to recognise the academic achievements of the outstanding full-time engineering undergraduate students; to identify potential engineering students and develop them into future engineers; to promote the HKIE to engineering students in local universities and to encourage future engineers to take active participation in the HKIE activities. Each year, the HKIE Scholarship is awarded to two to three students who major in HKIE-accredited engineering programmes in local universities. We are pleased to announce that Jiayue WANG (BEng(Hons) Electronic and Information Engineering) has been awarded the prestigious "HKIE Scholarship" in recognition of her excellent academic achievements and active engagement in a variety of community services and extra-curricular activities.  Throughout her academic journey, Jiayue has actively participated in the Engineering Summer Programme and technical seminars, which has further deepened her understanding and passion for the field of engineering. Her consistent dedication to her studies has led her to graduate with first class honours this year. Congratulations to Jiayue! We wish her continued success as she embarks on her journey to become an accomplished engineer. 26 September 2024   (Awardee's Sharing)

First Place in the High-Efficiency Power Amplifier Student Design Competition at the 2024 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium

Under the guidance of Dr Zhou Xinyu, a team of three EEE undergraduate students has won the First Place in the High-Efficiency Power Amplifier Student Design Competition at the 2024 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium held in Washington, D.C., USA, on 18 June 2024! The three team members are Wang Yanze, Bi Jingyu, and Yuan Ye, all of whom are studying for the Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Degree in Internet-of-Things with a Secondary major in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics. The competition, which has a 20-year history, aims to seek innovative topologies for high-efficiency power amplifiers for the next generation of wireless communications. This year, 42 teams of doctoral students from around the world (including the United States, Germany, Canada, Italy, Ireland, South Korea, and Mexico) participated in the event. This is the first time in PolyU's history that the University has won this prestigious competition, and it is worth noting that the PolyU team was the only one composed of undergraduate students who successfully outperformed the teams of doctoral students.

Congratulations to EEE Students for Attaining HK Electric Scholarship and Bursary 2023/24

HK Electric has been providing scholarships and bursaries to secondary and tertiary students with outstanding academic and personal performance since 1984. The HK Electric Scholarship 2023/24 Award Ceremony was held on 12 July 2024 to present the awards to 93 students from 14 tertiary institutions and secondary schools. Congratulations to the following EEE undergraduate students who received the HK Electric Scholarship and Bursary this year. HK Electric Scholarship HO Lap Sang, BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering Year 1 HUI Ting Leung, BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering Year 1 LEUNG Kam Hung, BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering Year 3 HK Electric Bursary HUI Ka Kwan Joe, BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering Year 3 LI Tin Yau, BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering Year 3 YAN Yongjun, BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering Year 1

EEE Outstanding Alumni Award 2024

We are pleased to announce that two distinguished graduates are awarded the “Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering 2024” in recognition of their professional achievements and significant contributions to the Department. Their remarkable achievements and valuable contributions have earned them well-deserved honour and respectful recognition. Congratulations to the following awardees!   Outstanding Young Alumni Award in Professional Achievement of PolyU Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Dr. MAI Weijie Vice President, Shenzhen Auto Electric Power Plant Co., Ltd. Doctor of Philosophy, Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2017) Dr. MAI Weijie received his Bachelor of Engineering Degree (with First Class Honors) from The University of New South Wales in Australia and Doctor of Philosophy Degree from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Awardee of Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme), both in electrical engineering, in 2012 and 2017, respectively. He was also recognized as the Overseas High-Caliber Personnel (Shenzhen Peacock Plan) in 2020. Dr. MAI currently serves as the Vice-President at Shenzhen Auto Electric Power Plant Co., Ltd., a listed and state-recognized high-tech enterprise that established in 1993 and focuses on designing, developing, manufacturing and operation of high-power industrial charging equipment. In his role, he assumes responsibility for the daily operational management of the Department of New Energy, overseeing various divisions such as R&D, Business, Sales, Investment, Construction, After-Sales, and Charging Station Operation. His primary objective is to ensure smooth and efficient operations across all divisions while driving the company's strategic initiatives in the field of new energy. Deeply involved in the new energy industry, Dr. MAI and his team have had a profound impact on the profession and industry, by contributing to the development of the world's fastest groundbreaking technology (Mega-Watt Adaptive Charging Power Pool) and the establishment of EV Ultra-Fast Public Charging Network with an impressive capacity of 235MW across the whole China, which exemplifies Dr. MAI’s commitment to building safer, greener, and more efficient charging solutions while significantly minimizes the utilization of valuable public resources (e.g. land and power utilities), marking a notable step towards sustainable EV charging infrastructure.   Outstanding Alumni Award in Professional Achievement of PolyU Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Ir YAU Siu Lun, Sheldon Head of Wireless and Core Network Engineering, Hong Kong Telecom Limited MSc in Electronic Engineering, Hong Kong Polytechnic University (1996) Ir YAU Siu Lun, Sheldon has been at the forefront of mobile technology advancements in Hong Kong for over three decades. Starting in the early 1990s, he drove the development of new network features like IUO and pioneered innovations like the first subway coverage and microcell deployment. This allowed him to enhance GSM coverage and capacity in the Hong Kong market. As mobile networks evolved from traditional voice to data services in the late 1990s, he designed multi-band antenna technologies to handle the new requirements, including dual frequencies like 900MHz and 1800MHz. In the 2000s, he deployed one of Hong Kong's first 3G mobile networks, navigating the transition from TDMA to CDMA technology. His Master's degree from PolyU helped him excel in this era. During the 4G era in the 2010s, he resolved the challenges of increasing frequency bands, carrier aggregation demands, and applied various fixed technologies like GPON and CWDM to mobile network operations.  After that, he led the project to consolidate the PCCW and CSL networks, and enabled HKT to deploy Hong Kong's first 5G network in 2020. Now, he is spearheading the development of 5G-Advanced, Artificial Intelligence and Low Altitude Airspace Economy related technologies, cementing HKT's leadership through continuous innovation. His wish is to continue his contribution to the progress of the mobile communication industry in Hong Kong and globally.    

Distinguished Speaker Series “Infinitive Possibilities in the World of Science - New Journey of Energy Revolution and Automotive Revolution” by Ir Prof. CHAN Ching-chuen

Through cultivating a scientific spirit and understanding of engineering philosophy, Professor Ching-chuen Chan will explore the contribution of science discovery, technology revolution and industry revolution to human civilization in the Graduate School Distinguished Speaker Series on 8 July. He will also cover the infinitive possibilities in the world of science, the way of success for innovative talents, as well as the new paradigm of research and development by AI for science.   Topic: Infinitive Possibilities in the World of Science - New Journey of Energy Revolution and Automotive Revolution (Details) Speaker: Ir Professor CHAN Ching-chuen, SBS Distinguished Chair Professor and Director of Research Centre for Electric Vehicles, PolyU Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, UK Date: 8 July 2024 (Mon) Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 nn Venue: FJ302, Core F/J, PolyU Mode: Face-to-face Language: English   Seats are limited! First-come, first-served! Register now HERE and the registration will be closed on 6 July 2024 at 23:59. For enquiries, please contact Graduate School at gs.event@polyu.edu.hk.

EEE Robotic Challenge Junior 2024: Robotic Soccer Cup

The EEE Robotic Challenge Junior 2024 and its award ceremony are held successfully on 5 July 2024. Over 50 students from different schools participated in the competition in two categories, Beginner Level and Advanced Level. Elite players from secondary and primary schools used their creativity to build custom robotic scooters for this game, using different EEE skills to solve problems during the competition, such as connection and hardware issues, as well as battles of wits and courage with opponents. Congratulations to HKSYCIA Wong Tai Shan Memorial College and S.K.H. Tin Shui Wai Ling Oi Primary School for winning in their categories.

PolyU Patents Achievement Award 2023

The University has launched the PolyU Patents Achievement Award in appreciation and honour of the remarkable achievements of departments and inventors that actively engaged in IP filing. These awards highlight the PolyU academics’ collective determination to foster innovation and protect IPs. We are delighted to share that the EEE Department won both the Top Patents Filing Award and the Most Active Patents Filing Award for the Department Category, and Prof. Eric Cheng also attained the Most Active Patents Filing Award for the Inventor Category in the PolyU Patents Achievement Award 2023! The Top Patents Filing Award recognizes the IP filing activities over the past five years (2019-2023), while the Most Active Patents Filing Award acknowledges the IP filing activities within the year 2023.

Champion in Men’s Stanley Silver Cup at Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships

Congratulations to the EEE Dragon Boat Team for winning the Champion in the Men’s Stanley Silver Cup at the Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships on 10 June 2024! The Team also attained the 3rd Runner-up in the Men’s Silver Cup Final at the Stanley Dragon Boat Warm Up Races on 18 May 2024. Comprised of EEE alumni and students, the team has undergone months of intensive training in preparation for the Tuen Ng Festival dragon boat races. Our staff, alumni and their family members, including Professor C.Y. Chung, Head of the Department, showed their great support by cheering on the team at the Stanley Main Beach this year. If you are interested in joining the EEE Dragon Boat Team to improve your fitness and experience the thrill of dragon boat racing, please send your name and contact number to jason100tsui@yahoo.com for enrollment.